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Xenon Headlights
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Headlights that use xenon gas to produce a bright, white light
- lighting
- xenon
Oxygen Sensor
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Sensor that measures oxygen levels in the exhaust gas
- oxygen
- sensor
CO value
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Measure of carbon monoxide emissions in the exhaust gas
- co
- emission
filler neck
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
The tube that connects the fuel filler to the gas tank
- fuel
- tank
Borates
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Compounds that provide buffering and neutralization of acidic combustion gas by-products
- corrosion
- buffering
Crankcase Ventilation System
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
System that removes gases from the engine crankcase
- engine
- ventilation
Thermoil
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Type of low-maintenance battery using oil to reduce acid mist and out-gassing
- batteries
- thermoil
diesel particulate filter
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
system for removing diesel soot from exhaust gases
- exhaust
- emissions
LPG
Bus terminologyEnglish · source definition
Liquified Petroleum Gas. The stuff that the stove and refrigerator use for fuel in the campers.
crossover pipe
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
a pipe connecting two high ridges of the gas tank
- fuel
- tank
- leak
exhaust system
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
system responsible for removing exhaust gases from the engine
- exhaust
- engine
Exhaust Valve
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
The valve that allows exhaust gases out of an engine cylinder
- engine
- valve
Front exhaust pipe
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Pipe that carries exhaust gases from engine to exhaust system
- exhaust
- engine
Carbon Monoxide
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Colorless, odorless gas produced by incomplete combustion, posing health risks to humans.
- emissions
- pollution
Carbon Dioxide
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Colorless, odorless gas produced by the combustion of fossil fuels, contributing to climate change.
- emissions
- pollution
Bleeding
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
The process of removing air or gas from a hydraulic system, such as the hydraulic valve lifter
- bleeding
Cat
Bus terminologyEnglish · source definition
Catalytic Converter. a large, usually round cannister in the exhaust system. it helps convert emission gases into more harmless, less noxious vapors.
3M Heavy Duty Drip Check
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A type of sealant used to fill gaps between the rubber gasket and the body
- sealant
- adhesive
AFM
Bus terminologyEnglish · source definition
Air Flow Meter. the silver box next to the air cleaner box on the fuel injection model buses . it measured the volume of air entering the intake system, and allowed the computer to adjust the amount of gasoline required.
Camper refrigerator
VW Bus and camper partsEnglish · source definition
A refrigerator installed as part of a camper interior. The documented Vanagon Westfalia appliance supports gas and electric operation; exact power sources and operating requirements depend on the refrigerator model and its manual.
- camper
- appliance
- electrical
Ambulance
Bus terminologyEnglish · source definition
Special model of the bus , based on the Standard bus , first available in 1951. The most notable feature was the smaller engine lid than the previous Barndoors , and a rear hatch hinged at the bottom, which allowed stretchers to be loaded into the interior of the bus . The gas tank and spare tire were moved in order to accomodate the rear hatch.