The Vanagon Dictionary

A type of battery designed for prolonged discharges at lower amperage

• battery
• type

Digital Multimeter, a tool for measuring electrical properties, including fuel mixture

• measurement
• diagnostics

A connector that attaches to a spark plug wire

• engine
• electrical

A horn that sounds to warn others of a potential threat or hazard

• security
• alarm

a unit that controls turn signals and emergency flashers

• turnsignal
• flasher

Set of ignition wires and components for replacement or upgrade

• ignition
• wires
• kit

A diagnostic process that guides the user through fault finding

• diagnosis
• fault
• guided

Lights that flash to warn other drivers of a potential hazard

• lighting
• safety

System that captures and converts brake energy into electrical energy

• brakes
• regeneration

System that adjusts audio volume based on vehicle speed

• audio
• volume

A multimedia interface for connecting MP3 players, iPods, and external data memory devices.

• multimedia
• interface

A feature that prevents a vehicle from being towed away without authorization

• security
• alarm

Measure of the vehicle's acceleration perpendicular to its direction of motion

• sensor
• acceleration

A graphical user interface element that opens automatically when certain IDs are tapped.

• ui
• ux
• wiring

System that sprays water or cleaning fluid onto headlight glass for improved visibility.

• lighting
• safety

Vehicle networking system that allows electronic control units to communicate with each other

• electronics
• networking

Procedures and guidelines for safely working with high-voltage hybrid systems

• vw
• safety

A device that measures various electrical parameters with high precision

• tool
• measurement
• digital

Electrical switches that monitor and control oil pressure in the engine

• engine
• oil

Small rings or tubes that protect wires from damage when passing through holes or edges

• grommets
• wiring

System combining two drive principles, such as TSI unit and electric motor

• engine
• fuel
• hybrid

A system that improves vehicle stability by controlling engine power and braking

• stabilization
• control
• esc

Wires that carry the high-voltage spark from the ignition coil to the spark plugs

• ignition
• wiring

Function that leaves certain lights on for a short period after leaving the vehicle

• lighting
• convenience