The Vanagon Dictionary

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Autogerma
Vehicle models and history
English · machine-assisted draft
The first official Volkswagen importer for Italy in 1954
- importer
- italy
- volkswagen
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Pressure Regulator
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
Device that regulates fuel pressure in the engine
- pressure
- regulator
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Window felt channel
Body and interior
English · machine-assisted draft
Felt-lined guide for window movement
- interior
- window
- felt
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Window winder escutcheons
Body and interior
English · machine-assisted draft
Decorative cover for window winder mechanism
- interior
- window
- parts
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Wasserboxer engine
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
Water-cooled engine used in some Volkswagen models
- engine
- wasserboxer
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Split-case
Transmission and drivetrain
English · machine-assisted draft
Non-synchromesh transmission with straight-cut first gear
- transmission
- split-case
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kid/lock-up
Brakes and suspension
English · machine-assisted draft
a system allowing steering while braking hard
- braking
- suspension
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Crankshaft Assembly
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
Collection of components that make up the crankshaft
- engine
- crankshaft
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Brake Servo
Brakes and suspension
English · machine-assisted draft
System that reduces pedal force required for braking
- braking
- servo
- assist
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Hot air blower
Cooling and heating
English · machine-assisted draft
Device that blows hot air for heating
- heating
- accessory
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Cylinder liners
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
Thin cylindrical components that line the engine block
- engine
- assembly
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CO Meter
Tools and maintenance terminology
English · machine-assisted draft
Device measuring carbon monoxide levels in exhaust gases
- emission
- testing
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Girling brake calipers
Brakes and suspension
English · machine-assisted draft
Brake calipers used in Vanagon models
- brakes
- calipers
- vanagon
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Oil pump
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
A component that pumps oil through an engine
- engine
- oil
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Digifant
Bus terminology
English · source definition
A form of fuel injection found on VW Vanagons / Transporters from 1986 and later. A later variation of Digijet . Also reported to be a slightly less complicated version of the Bosch Motronic fuel injection used on BMW's and Porsches.
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Sway bar link
Brakes and suspension
English · machine-assisted draft
A short link connecting the sway bar to the suspension, transferring relative movement so the bar can resist body roll. Paruzzi lists one Vanagon/T25 version through July 1984 and a later version from August 1984 that excludes Syncro; the earlier and later links have different catalog numbers. The name describes the component, not one universal replacement fitment.
- suspension
- vanagon
- t25
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EuroVan
Bus terminology
English · source definition
Any of the Volkswagen Transporters from 1992 to present. some were sold in Europe in 1991. generally characterized by their engine located in the front of the vehicle, driving the front wheels, and their very rounded shape and huge rear hatch.
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Window scraper
Body and interior
English · machine-assisted draft
A scraper for the window, for vehicles without moldings
- window
- scraper
- vanagon
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Torsen Differential
Transmission and drivetrain
English · machine-assisted draft
Mechanically self-locking center differential for four-wheel drive
- four-wheel
- drive
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Engine compartment
Body and interior
English · machine-assisted draft
The area in a vehicle where the engine is located
- engine
- compartment
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Ring compressor
Tools and maintenance terminology
English · machine-assisted draft
A tool used to compress piston rings for installation
- tool
- engine
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V-belt
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
Type of belt that drives engine accessories
- engine
- accessories
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reverse lock-out
Transmission and drivetrain
English · machine-assisted draft
Mechanism that prevents accidental engagement of reverse gear
- transmission
- reverse
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Brake fluid level
Brakes and suspension
English · machine-assisted draft
The level of fluid in the brake system
- brakes
- maintenance
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