The Vanagon Dictionary

A brake system that replaces the traditional handbrake with an electronic switch

• parking
• brake
• electronic

A switch that activates the brake lights

• brakes
• lighting
• switches

Set of brake shoes for Vanagon/T25 models, excluding Syncro with 16-inch wheels

• brakes
• vanagon

Valves used to bleed air from drum brakes, available in sets of 4

• brakes
• bleeder

bolt used to mount wheel to brake drum or disc brake rotor

• wheel
• brake

A flat, round plate that rotates with the wheel and is squeezed by the brake pads to slow the vehicle

• brakes
• disc

Metal plates that support the brake shoes

• brakes
• plates

System that reduces pedal force required for braking

• braking
• servo
• assist

Caps for bleeding brake fluid from the system

• brakes
• valves

Cylinders that convert hydraulic pressure into mechanical energy to apply brakes

• brakes
• cylinders

Cable that activates the handbrake

• brakes
• cables

Clip that secures the handbrake cable

• brakes
• cables
• clips

Hydraulic Brake Assist system, providing full braking power in emergency situations.

• braking
• safety

A component that supports the wheel bearing and hub

• brakes
• suspension

System that automatically brakes the vehicle in emergency situations

• safety
• emergency

Component that holds the handbrake cable in place

• brakes
• cables
• retainers

The central part of a wheel that rotates on the axle

• wheel
• hub
• brakes

Metal arms that extend from the front beam to hold front brakes and shocks

• suspension
• arms

A system that prevents the wheels from locking up during hard braking

• brakes
• safety

Function that prevents the vehicle from rolling away accidentally when standing still or setting off

• brake
• safety

Rod connecting suspension components

• suspension
• vanagon

Thin plates used to reduce friction

• suspension
• vanagon

Electronic system regulating braking power at rear wheels

• braking
• safety

smaller portion of front suspension arms

• suspension
• front