The Vanagon Dictionary

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278 public entries · page 8 of 12

Sonderausfuhrungen
Vehicle models and history
English · machine-assisted draft
Special models that could be ordered directly from the VW Factory
- special
- models
- vw
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Corrosion Protection
Body and interior
English · machine-assisted draft
Coatings or treatments that prevent or reduce corrosion on vehicle surfaces
- rust
- protection
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Grille emblem
Body and interior
English · machine-assisted draft
Logo or badge on the front grille of the vehicle
- exterior
- vanagon
- t25
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Area View
Electrical systems
English · machine-assisted draft
System providing live images from around the vehicle to assist the driver
- camera
- safety
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Shift lever boot
Transmission and drivetrain
English · machine-assisted draft
Covering for the shift lever in a vehicle
- shift
- lever
- boot
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Flat cabin floor
Body and interior
English · machine-assisted draft
Type of cabin floor design in a vehicle
- flat
- cabin
- floor
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Stub axle
Transmission and drivetrain
English · machine-assisted draft
A short axle used in the rear suspension of a vehicle
- axle
- rear
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Physiological safety
Body and interior
English · machine-assisted draft
Strain on occupants due to vehicle vibrations, noise, and climatic influences
- comfort
- safety
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Volkswagen Electrical Diagnosis
Electrical systems
English · machine-assisted draft
Process of identifying and troubleshooting electrical issues in Volkswagen vehicles
- vw
- diagnosis
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VIN
Bus terminology
English · source definition
Vehicle Identification Number. This is a number that uniquely identifies your vehicle. It is usually located in several locations on the vehicle, the most common being under the windscreen just forward of the driver (and intended to be viewed from the outside of the bus.) You'll also find the VIN on the frame rail under the van near the front edge of the sliding door. Also see: Table for interpretting the Vanagon VIN
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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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Anti-Roll Bar
Brakes and suspension
English · machine-assisted draft
A component that improves vehicle handling and reduces body roll
- suspension
- handling
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Disc brakes
Brakes and suspension
English · machine-assisted draft
Type of brake using a disc to slow or stop a vehicle
- brakes
- disc
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Low Light
Vehicle models and history
English · machine-assisted draft
slang term for 1959 and earlier Karmann Ghias with low headlights
- karmann
- ghia
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Battery cable
Electrical systems
English · machine-assisted draft
A cable that connects the battery to the vehicle's electrical system
- battery
- cable
- electrical
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running gear
Transmission and drivetrain
English · machine-assisted draft
the components of a vehicle that maintain contact with the road surface
- suspension
- steering
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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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Radiator leak
Cooling and heating
English · machine-assisted draft
A leak in the radiator of a vehicle, specifically a Vanagon.
- radiator
- leak
- vanagon
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Modification code
Tools and maintenance terminology
English · machine-assisted draft
A code indicating a modification or change to a vehicle part
- identification
- nomenclature
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Floor repair panel
Body and interior
English · machine-assisted draft
A panel for repairing the floor of a vehicle
- vanagon
- t25
- floor
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Piston Travel
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
The total distance a piston moves in a vehicle's engine
- engine
- piston
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Speed-Dependent Volume Control
Electrical systems
English · machine-assisted draft
System that adjusts audio volume based on vehicle speed
- audio
- volume
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Engine Revs
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
The number of revolutions per minute of a vehicle's engine
- engine
- revs
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Rear hatch screen
Body and interior
English · machine-assisted draft
A screen used to cover the rear hatch of a vehicle
- exterior
- accessory
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