The Vanagon Dictionary

A diagnostic process that guides the user through fault finding

• diagnosis
• fault
• guided

Set of wires that carry power to accessories and engine, and provide grounding.

• wiring
• electric

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

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

A type of battery that does not require periodic maintenance, such as electrolyte checks.

• battery
• design

Separate lights built into headlights or bumper that are switched on during daytime

• lights
• headlights
• bumper

Computer system that controls the deployment of airbags in the event of a collision

• safety
• electronics

A hands-free device for connecting mobile phones to the vehicle's sound system

• bluetooth
• handsfree

A system that controls wheel slip and traction, also known as Anti-Slip Regulation

• traction
• control

A type of lamp that produces light by exciting a gas, such as xenon

• lighting
• lamp