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Nitrates
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
Compounds that inhibit corrosion on ferrous surfaces and protect against pitting and crevice corrosion
- corrosion
- inhibitor
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Pressure relief valve
Cooling and heating
English · machine-assisted draft
Valve that opens to release excess pressure in the cooling system
- cooling
- engine
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phosphate free formula
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
a type of coolant formula that does not contain phosphates
- coolant
- corrosion
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Viscosity improver
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
A type of additive used to improve the viscosity of an oil.
- oil
- viscosity
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O2 sensor
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
Oxygen sensor, measures the difference in oxygen content between atmosphere and exhaust
- emissions
- oxygen
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Parasitic load
Electrical systems
English · machine-assisted draft
The energy consumed by a vehicle's electrical systems when the engine is off
- battery
- load
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Synthetic oil
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
A type of oil made from chemical compounds, offering superior performance and protection.
- oil
- synthetic
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Stainless steel exhaust
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
Type of exhaust system made from stainless steel, resistant to corrosion
- exhaust
- stainless
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Mushroom cover
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
A cover that fits over the exhaust outlet to protect it from debris
- exhaust
- accessories
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Lead bloom
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
A type of contaminant that can clog radiator tubes, possibly related to corrosion
- corrosion
- contaminant
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G-grind camshaft
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
A camshaft developed by Volkswagen with a specific grind pattern
- g-grind
- camshaft
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Fuel injection hoses
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
Hoses carrying fuel to the fuel injectors in a vehicle
- fuel
- injection
- hoses
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Fuel tap
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
Shut-off and reserve valve located on VWs produced without fuel gauges
- fuel
- valve
- reserve
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fuel pressure regulator
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
A device that regulates the pressure of the fuel system
- fuel
- pressure
- regulator
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Coolant temperature sensor
Cooling and heating
English · machine-assisted draft
Sensor that measures the temperature of the coolant in the engine
- coolant
- temperature
- sensor
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PAG refrigerant oil
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
a type of oil used in refrigerant systems, compatible with R134a
- oil
- refrigerant
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Relative Wear Index
Vehicle models and history
English · machine-assisted draft
A table comparing engine wear across different VW Bus models
- vw
- bus
- wear
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OXYGEN SENSOR W/CONNECTOR
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
Sensor measuring oxygen levels in exhaust, with connector
- oxygen
- sensor
- connector
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Electronic Stabilization Control
Electrical systems
English · machine-assisted draft
A system that improves vehicle stability by controlling engine power and braking
- stabilization
- control
- esc
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Fuel expansion tank
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
Tank that allows fuel to expand and contract with temperature changes
- fuel
- expansion
- tank
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Carbon Dioxide
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
Colorless, odorless gas produced by the combustion of fossil fuels, contributing to climate change.
- emissions
- pollution
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Additive package
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
A combination of additives used to enhance the performance and protection of an oil.
- oil
- additives
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corrosion inhibitors
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
substances added to coolant to prevent corrosion, such as sodium nitrite or sodium benzoate
- coolant
- corrosion
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Flexible exhaust pipes
Engine and fuel systems
English · machine-assisted draft
Pipes that can be bent or flexed to connect the exhaust system
- exhaust
- emissions
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