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Engine Assembly
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
The engine assembly refers to the collection of components that make up the engine.
- engine
- assembly
headlight assembly
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
the component that holds the headlight in place
- headlight
- interior
Crankshaft Assembly
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Collection of components that make up the crankshaft
- engine
- crankshaft
Retractor assembly
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A mechanism that retracts and stores the seat belt
- seat
- belt
- mechanism
Nozzle Holder Assembly
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Component of diesel fuel injection system
- diesel
- fuel
- injection
wiper gear and motor assembly
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
a component that powers the windshield wipers
- wiper
- motor
Canvas Fabric
Camper equipmentEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Portion of a Single Cab or Double Cab tilt assembly
- canvas
- cab
Cylinder liners
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Thin cylindrical components that line the engine block
- engine
- assembly
Long block
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Complete engine assembly, including block, crankshaft, and cylinder head
- engine
- rebuild
dishwashing liquid
Tools and maintenance terminologyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A type of liquid soap used for washing dishes, also used as a lubricant
- lubricant
- maintenance
- assembly
Sink cabinet
VW Bus and camper partsEnglish · source definition
The camper interior cabinet assembly built around the sink and its water fittings. In some Vanagon Westfalia layouts it also contains or adjoins the refrigerator, storage, and electrical controls.
- camper
- interior
- kitchen
Oil cooler
VW Bus and camper partsEnglish · source definition
A heat exchanger that removes heat from engine oil. Air-cooled Type 2 engines use an oil cooler in the engine cooling assembly; design and mounting vary by engine. It is distinct from a Vanagon coolant radiator.
- engine
- air-cooled
- cooling