The Vanagon Dictionary

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

• wiring
• electric

A mode of operation for the refrigerator using 12 volt electric power

• electrical
• 12v

prevents wheels from spinning freely, directing power to wheel with better grip

• axle
• wheel
• traction

a component that powers the windshield wipers

• wiper
• motor

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

• stabilization
• control
• esc

A seven-passenger version with a lower stance and additional features like body cladding and power windows.

• vanagon
• variant

A type of electrical system that uses three alternating currents to generate a smoother flow of power

• electrical
• alternators

A system that directs power to the wheel with better grip, reducing tire wear

• differential
• traction

A component that contains the parts that supply power to the rear wheels, located in front of the engine.

• vanagon
• transmission

A measure of a battery's ability to supply power when the engine is not running

• batteries
• reserve
• capacity

All-wheel drive, a system where one or more wheels can provide power to the ground at any given time

• vw
• drivetrain
• awd

A refrigerator installed as part of a camper interior. The documented Vanagon Westfalia appliance supports gas and electric operation; exact power sources and operating requirements depend on the refrigerator model and its manual.

• camper
• appliance
• electrical

Any Volkswagen Transporter from 1949 to 1967, characterized by a split (two-piece) windshield and rounded body contours. all were powered by beetle Type 1 engines and all had 'reduction gears' on the half-axles. known also as T1 Transporters . This term is also used by VW SA for the present 5 Cyl. (Vanagon-style) van without exclusive options.

The four-wheel drive version of the Vanagon , made between 1986 and 1991. using a viscous coupling arrangement, the front wheels could be made to automatically provide pulling power (at any time the rear wheels began to slip or spin). This term also applies to the four-wheel drive EuroVans , which are unfortunately not imported into the United States.