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Results for “power”

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Speed-Dependent Power Steering
Electrical systems
English · machine-assisted draft
System that adjusts power steering based on vehicle speed
- steering
- power
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Electrical Power Consumption
Electrical systems
English · machine-assisted draft
The amount of electrical power used by a device or system
- electrical
- power
- consumption
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Electromechanical Power Steering
Electrical systems
English · machine-assisted draft
Speed-sensitive electrical power-assisted steering system
- steering
- convenience
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Power brakes
Brakes and suspension
English · machine-assisted draft
A braking system that uses power assistance
- brakes
- vanagon
- t25
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power brake bleeder
Brakes and suspension
English · machine-assisted draft
a tool used to remove air from the brake system
- brake
- bleeder
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Shore-power inlet
VW Bus and camper parts
English · source definition
The exterior electrical inlet used to connect an equipped camper to campsite alternating-current power. Wiring, voltage, current rating, and supported appliances vary by market and model year.
- camper
- electrical
- exterior
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EBD
Brakes and suspension
English · machine-assisted draft
Electronic system regulating braking power at rear wheels
- braking
- safety
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Active Return
Electrical systems
English · machine-assisted draft
Convenience and safety feature of electromechanical power steering
- steering
- safety
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Drive axle
Transmission and drivetrain
English · machine-assisted draft
Axle that transmits power to the wheels
- axle
- drivetrain
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LED Technology
Electrical systems
English · machine-assisted draft
Light-emitting semi-conductor with low power consumption
- lighting
- semiconductor
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Active sensors
Electrical systems
English · machine-assisted draft
Sensors that require an external power source to operate
- sensors
- active
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PS reservoir
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
A container that holds the power steering fluid
- reservoir
- steering
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HBA
Brakes and suspension
English · machine-assisted draft
Hydraulic Brake Assist system, providing full braking power in emergency situations.
- braking
- safety
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Wolfsburg
Bus terminology
English · source definition
Wolfsburg Editions are models with a higher level of trim, and are probably intended to stimulate sales late in the model year. In addition trim upgrades, they usually include some options without any extra charge (power mirrors, power door locks, and power windows, etc.) The true Weekender is usually also offered as a Wolfsburg Ed. (It's believed that the Westy Weekender only came as a Wolfsburg Edition.)
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Passive sensors
Electrical systems
English · machine-assisted draft
Sensors that do not require an external power source to operate
- sensors
- passive
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Mainshaft
Transmission and drivetrain
English · machine-assisted draft
The primary shaft that transmits power from the engine to the transmission
- transmission
- clutch
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Rear hatch wiper motor
Electrical systems
English · machine-assisted draft
Electric motor powering the rear hatch wiper
- wipers
- motor
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Input shaft
Transmission and drivetrain
English · machine-assisted draft
Shaft that transmits power from the engine to the gearbox
- differential
- syncro
- gearbox
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Return hose
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
A hose that returns fluid to the power steering reservoir
- hose
- steering
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Turbocharger
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
A device that increases engine power by compressing air for combustion
- engine
- performance
- turbo
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Dry camping
Camping and van life
English · machine-assisted draft
Camping without access to external power or water sources
- camping
- off-grid
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Electrical wiring
Electrical systems
English · machine-assisted draft
The system of wires and cables that distribute electrical power throughout the vehicle
- wiring
- electrical
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combustion chamber
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
A chamber where fuel is burned to produce heat or power
- flame
- combustion
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Steel piping
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
A metal pipe that carries fluid to the power steering system
- piping
- steering
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