The Vanagon Dictionary
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Freewheel Function
Transmission and drivetrainEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Function that allows vehicle to coast and save fuel
- fuel
- efficiency
- coasting
Phosphate Free Coolant
Cooling and heatingEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A type of coolant that does not contain phosphates
- coolant
- phosphate
phosphate free formula
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
a type of coolant formula that does not contain phosphates
- coolant
- corrosion
TANSTAAFL
Mailing list slangEnglish · source definition
There Ain't No Such Thing As A Free Lunch
Antifreeze
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A substance that prevents freezing of the coolant in vehicle engines
- coolant
- corrosion
ZEREX EXTREME 450
Cooling and heatingEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A brand of phosphate-free coolant made by BASF.
- coolant
- zerex
- extreme
locking differential
Transmission and drivetrainEnglish · machine-assisted draft
prevents wheels from spinning freely, directing power to wheel with better grip
- axle
- wheel
- traction
Mobile Phone Preparation
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A hands-free device for connecting mobile phones to the vehicle's sound system
- bluetooth
- handsfree
Ethylene glycol based antifreeze
Cooling and heatingEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Type of antifreeze that is phosphate-free and suitable for use in engines
- cooling
- engine
maintenance free battery
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A lead-acid battery sold as requiring reduced routine servicing, often with no user access for checking or topping up individual cells. The name does not mean that charge, terminals and overall condition need no attention. Gerry’s 1995 FAQ discusses this older automotive usage; it does not describe every modern sealed battery.
- battery
- design
Connecting rod
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A rod connecting the piston to the crankshaft, allowing the piston to move freely up and down in the cylinder.
- engine
- piston
- crankshaft