The Vanagon Dictionary

English · machine-assisted draft

a place where old vehicles are dismantled and parts are sold

• salvage
• parts

English · machine-assisted draft

Key that has not been cut to fit a specific lock

• keys

English · machine-assisted draft

A device that locks the differential to provide maximum traction

• drivetrain
• component

English · machine-assisted draft

Estimated time required for specific repairs

• repair
• time
• maintenance

English · machine-assisted draft

a device that transfers heat from one fluid to another

• vanagon
• heating

English · machine-assisted draft

The primary shaft that transmits power from the engine to the transmission

• transmission
• clutch

English · machine-assisted draft

System to remove fog from rear window

• defog
• rear
• window
• electrical

English · machine-assisted draft

Switch that activates the ignition system, allowing the engine to start

• ignition
• switch

English · machine-assisted draft

distance from one side of a tire to the other

• tires
• wheels

English · machine-assisted draft

A component that filters fuel vapors to reduce emissions

• emissions
• fuel

English · machine-assisted draft

a procedure to check for leaks by applying pressure

• test
• pressure
• radiator

English · machine-assisted draft

A pump that supplies air to the combustion chamber

• pump
• air

English · machine-assisted draft

Sensors that detect changes in air pressure to detect collisions

• safety
• sensor
• collision

English · machine-assisted draft

Aluminum rods to prevent luggage from hitting rear windows

• deluxe
• bus
• rear

English · machine-assisted draft

pipes that connect the engine to the exhaust system

• exhaust
• engine

English · machine-assisted draft

Lubricant used in the transmission to reduce friction and wear

• transmission
• oil

English · machine-assisted draft

A authorized service center for Dometic products

• refrigerator
• repair

English · source definition

Independent Rear Suspension. A form of rear suspension that allows the rear wheels to move vertically up and down, independently of each other, to compensate for bumps and road surfaces. uses a double-jointed rear axle, with cv-joints at each end.

English · machine-assisted draft

Distributes air to the engine's cylinders

• intake
• air
• distributor

English · machine-assisted draft

Valve that provides additional air to the engine

• air
• valve

English · machine-assisted draft

Ability of a vehicle to climb slopes, measured in degrees or percent.

• drivetrain
• performance

English · machine-assisted draft

Cubic feet per minute, a unit of measurement for air flow

• air
• flow
• measurement

English · machine-assisted draft

Water that has been treated to remove ions and other impurities

• water
• purification

English · machine-assisted draft

Cylinders that convert hydraulic pressure into mechanical energy to apply brakes

• brakes
• cylinders