The Vanagon Dictionary

a component of a vehicle's air conditioning system that houses the evaporator coil

• vanagon
• airconditioning

Lever controlling the rear shift rod in a vehicle

• shift
• rod
• lever

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

• electronics
• networking

Hoses carrying fuel to the fuel injectors in a vehicle

• fuel
• injection
• hoses

A document that outlines the repairs and maintenance performed on a vehicle

• maintenance
• repairs
• documentation

Condition where the vehicle turns more than intended, with the rear end swinging out

• handling
• safety

A table comparing engine wear across different VW Bus models

• vw
• bus
• wear

Seal for the rear window of a Vanagon or T25 vehicle

• window
• seal
• vanagon

Bushings for connecting sway bars to the vehicle chassis

• suspension
• bushings
• vanagon

A Carat with a Westy poptop for extra sleeping space and a smaller rear cabinet.

• vanagon
• variant

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

• stabilization
• control
• esc

the ability of a vehicle's body to resist deformation and maintain its shape

• safety
• comfort

The last gear ratio in a vehicle's drivetrain, between the transmission and wheels

• gear
• transmission

The front axle is a crucial component of a vehicle's suspension system.

• axle
• front
• suspension

Term referring to VW Type II vehicles with a divided front windshield, manufactured before 1968

• bus
• vw

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

• lighting
• convenience

The VW pickup truck characterized by seating for five or six and three doors. A ½-ton vehicle.

the study of the interaction between air and a vehicle's body, affecting performance and efficiency

• drag
• airflow
• design

Components that support the engine and connect it to the vehicle's frame.

• engine
• mounts

Vertical structural components that support the vehicle's body

• safety
• structure

A handle used to assist in opening or closing a vehicle's door

• interior
• handle

A component that absorbs shock and stabilizes the vehicle's front suspension

• suspension
• shock
• absorber

Window located at the rear side of a Vanagon or T25 vehicle

• window
• side
• vanagon

Term used to describe Volkswagen options that were unique features used only in the European market

• euro
• market