The Vanagon Dictionary

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Specialized software and hardware for diagnosing and troubleshooting Volkswagen vehicles

• vw
• diagnosis

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A liftable roof that provides additional sleeping space, often found in Westfalia campers

• vw
• camper
• poptop

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VW Bus front bench seat used from 1961 to 1962

• bus
• seat
• bench

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Process of identifying and troubleshooting electrical issues in Volkswagen vehicles

• vw
• diagnosis

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A category or type of delivery for self-study programs

• search
• resources
• vw

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bucket-style seat with low backrest used in VW sedans

• seat
• sedan

English · source definition

A hinged roof section that raises above a camper van to create extra headroom and, when equipped, access to an upper sleeping area. Roof construction, latches, and bed equipment vary among VW Bus and camper conversions.

• camper
• roof
• westfalia

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One of many camper versions made from a basic VW Transporter usually the only camper version imported into the U.S. by VW and sold at their dealers. Westfalia also converts EuroVans into full camper units for sale in Canada and Europe.

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Theoretical information about vehicles, systems, and technologies

• vw
• documentation

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Process of identifying and troubleshooting issues with electrical inputs and outputs

• vw
• diagnosis

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Procedures and guidelines for safely working with high-voltage hybrid systems

• vw
• safety

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Shut-off and reserve valve located on VWs produced without fuel gauges

• fuel
• valve
• reserve

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Type of engine used in early VW models

• engine
• type1

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Additional gear boxes used on swing-axle VW Buses to reduce transmission gearing

• gearbox
• swing-axle

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The VW pickup truck characterized by seating for five or six and three doors. A ½-ton vehicle.

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A foldable bed that came on many models of VW buses, allowing for additional sleeping space.

• camper
• bed

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A metal bar that hooks over the front beam of a VW for towing

• tow
• bar

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Protective plate attached to the front axle to protect the undercarriage during off-roading

• off-roading
• vw

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Type of engine used in some VW models, characterized by dual carburetors

• engine
• type3

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Component that connects the engine to the transmission, with a specific design for Porsche and VW compatibility.

• transmission
• clutch

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The housing around the engine cooling fan that directs airflow across the cylinders and cylinder heads on an air-cooled VW engine. Type 2 shrouds differ by engine and model year; this term does not describe the liquid-coolant radiator used on water-cooled Vanagons.

• engine
• air-cooled
• cooling

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A vehicle layout where the driver and steering gear are positioned in front of the front wheels

• vw
• type2
• layout

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

• vw
• drivetrain
• awd

English · source definition

Fahrvergnügen is a made-up German word meaning 'pleasure of driving', and Volkswagen marketting claims it can only be experienced in a VW automobile.