The Vanagon Dictionary
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Input and Output Diagnosis
Electrical systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Process of identifying and troubleshooting issues with electrical inputs and outputs
- vw
- diagnosis
Side and head airbags
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Type of airbag that provides protection for occupants' heads and sides
- safety
- restraint
Gearbox and differential mounting rubbers
Transmission and drivetrainEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Rubber components that mount the gearbox and differential to the frame
- gearbox
- differential
- mounting
Maintenance information
Tools and maintenance terminologyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Data and guidance for maintaining vehicles and equipment
- maintenance
- information
- resource
Central Locking
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
a system for locking and unlocking doors and luggage compartment
- security
- convenience
Heating, Air Conditioning and Climate Control
Cooling and heatingEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Systems that control the temperature and air quality inside the vehicle
- vw
- comfort
Throttle body and switches
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
The component that regulates airflow into the engine and the switches that monitor throttle position
- throttle
- switches
VAGcat
Tools and maintenance terminologyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
An online catalog of parts and schematics for Volkswagen and Audi vehicles.
- vag
- catalog
wiper gear and motor assembly
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
a component that powers the windshield wipers
- wiper
- motor
Nitrates
Engine and fuel systemsEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Compounds that inhibit corrosion on ferrous surfaces and protect against pitting and crevice corrosion
- corrosion
- inhibitor
Sport Suspension
Brakes and suspensionEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Suspension system with lowered body and coordinated springs, shock absorbers, and anti-roll bars
- suspension
- handling
- comfort
Aerodynamics
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
the study of the interaction between air and a vehicle's body, affecting performance and efficiency
- drag
- airflow
- design
A, B and C posts
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Vertical structural components that support the vehicle's body
- safety
- structure
Brake Linings and Pads
Brakes and suspensionEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Components of the brake system that contact the brake rotor
- brake
- linings
- pads
Stock
Vehicle models and historyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Vehicle with original appearance and mechanics
- stock
- appearance
Carat
Vehicle models and historyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A seven-passenger version with a lower stance and additional features like body cladding and power windows.
- vanagon
- variant
Head Restraints
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Components designed to support and protect the head and neck in the event of an impact.
- safety
- comfort
Beltline
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
The horizontal line defined by the lower edges of a vehicle's windscreen, rear and side windows and pillars.
- body
- interior
Chassis
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Floor pan and superstructure of a VW automobile
- chassis
- vw
ODIS
Tools and maintenance terminologyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Volkswagen's diagnostic and repair information system
- diagnostic
- tool
HWE
Tools and maintenance terminologyEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Manufacturer of roof racks and ladders
- roof
- racks
- ladders
Tannins
Cooling and heatingEnglish · machine-assisted draft
substances derived from tree barks and wood
- tannins
- inhibitors
Seat and bench frame upholstery welding tabs
Body and interiorEnglish · machine-assisted draft
Metal tabs for welding upholstery to seat frames
- seating
- upholstery
Ducting and cooling shroud
Cooling and heatingEnglish · machine-assisted draft
A system used to direct cooling air to a component, such as an alternator
- cooling
- shroud