The Vanagon Dictionary

English · machine-assisted draft

Wires that carry the high-voltage spark from the ignition coil to the spark plugs

• ignition
• wiring

English · machine-assisted draft

Screw used to adjust the engine's idle speed

• idle
• speed

English · machine-assisted draft

A type of engine or motor, possibly used for improved performance

• motor
• engine

English · machine-assisted draft

The speed at which the engine runs when it is idling

• engine
• maintenance

English · machine-assisted draft

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

• axle
• front
• suspension

English · machine-assisted draft

Bearing that supports the crankshaft in an engine, guiding it during rotation

• engine
• crankshaft

English · machine-assisted draft

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

• lighting
• convenience

English · machine-assisted draft

A device that actively manages the charging and discharging of multiple battery banks

• electrical
• batteries
• isolator

English · machine-assisted draft

Tank that allows fuel to expand and contract with temperature changes

• fuel
• expansion
• tank

English · machine-assisted draft

Colorless, odorless gas produced by the combustion of fossil fuels, contributing to climate change.

• emissions
• pollution

English · machine-assisted draft

A type of battery that does not require periodic maintenance, such as electrolyte checks.

• battery
• design

English · machine-assisted draft

Suspension system with lowered body and coordinated springs, shock absorbers, and anti-roll bars

• suspension
• handling
• comfort

English · machine-assisted draft

A combination of additives used to enhance the performance and protection of an oil.

• oil
• additives

English · machine-assisted draft

The components that control the engine's speed and acceleration.

• accelerator
• throttle

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Component that contains the air filter and directs air into the engine

• engine
• air

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substances added to coolant to prevent corrosion, such as sodium nitrite or sodium benzoate

• coolant
• corrosion

English · machine-assisted draft

Components of the brake system that contact the brake rotor

• brake
• linings
• pads

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A failure of the engine to ignite the fuel-air mixture in one or more cylinders

• engine
• performance

English · machine-assisted draft

Gasket used to seal connection between exhaust manifold and downpipe

• exhaust
• engine

English · machine-assisted draft

Separate lights built into headlights or bumper that are switched on during daytime

• lights
• headlights
• bumper

English · machine-assisted draft

A device that measures the current flowing through a circuit by creating a parallel path

• electrical
• measurement
• shunt

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A type of exhaust manifold with two downpipes

• dual-downpipe
• exhaust
• manifold

English · machine-assisted draft

Electronic control unit that uses Hall effect sensors to regulate engine functions

• electronic
• control

English · machine-assisted draft

A type of contaminant that can occur when silicates drop out of the coolant

• corrosion
• contaminant