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a system of rods and levers that connects the gearshift to the transmission

• shift
• linkage

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Linkage for shift rod in Vanagon/T25 models with 5-speed transmission

• transmission
• vanagon
• t25

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smaller portion of front suspension arms

• suspension
• front

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Cable connecting accelerator pedal to throttle valve

• throttle
• transmission

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Innovative rear suspension construction for improved stability and comfort

• suspension
• rear
• innovative

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Bushings for connecting sway bars to the vehicle chassis

• suspension
• bushings
• vanagon

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Type of wheel suspension with four rod-type control arms

• suspension
• wheel
• control

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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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Pedal that controls the throttle valve

• throttle
• linkage

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Housing that contains the throttle valve and linkage

• airflow
• fueling

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Resilient sleeves fitted at the lower sway-bar-link connection, locating the joint while allowing controlled movement. Paruzzi lists an early lower bushing for Syncro and non-Syncro applications through the 1984 chassis break, and a different later bushing for non-Syncro models. “Lower” identifies a position; it does not mean one part fits every Vanagon or Syncro.

• suspension
• vanagon
• t25

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A replaceable guide bushing for the forward section of the gearshift linkage. Paruzzi separates these front bushings from the middle and rear supports and lists this Vanagon/T25 part for Type-4 or diesel engines through July 1982, and CT or CZ engines through December 1982. Check the actual engine and linkage against that catalog scope; “front” alone does not confirm fitment.

• shift
• rod
• bushing

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An accessory fitted between a manual gear lever and its knob to raise or reposition the handgrip. It changes reach and leverage, rather than repairing worn linkage or acting as a short-shift kit. GoWesty’s Bus/Vanagon example uses a threaded extension and locating nut; compatibility depends on actual lever and knob dimensions.

• shifter
• extender

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In this glossary entry, “shift rod bushing” refers to the rear guide bushing listed for Vanagon/T25. Paruzzi gives different VIN breakpoints for Syncro and non-Syncro applications around April 1987, so the generic name does not establish fitment. Confirm the chassis/VIN and linkage position before treating a catalog match as compatible.

• transmission
• vanagon
• t25