The Vanagon Dictionary

English · machine-assisted draft

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

• engine
• type3

English · machine-assisted draft

Type of engine used in certain Volkswagen models

• type-4
• engine

English · source definition

(Technischer Überwachungs Verein) An agency of the German Federal Government. sort of a combination of DOT and EPA , as well as being responsible for inspecting cars every few years. They very thoroughly checks the car's safety features (breaks, body rust, steering). Older cars often fail, so they head for Eastern Europe, while Germany is left with only spic-and-span cars. Some people believe there is a collusion with car manufacturers to increase turnover.

English · machine-assisted draft

a device that uses high-frequency sound waves to clean surfaces

• cleaning
• radiator

English · machine-assisted draft

Sensors that use ultrasonic waves to detect motion or movement

• security
• alarm

English · machine-assisted draft

Key that has not been cut to fit a specific lock

• keys

English · machine-assisted draft

Plate for mounting gauges under the dashboard

• dashboard
• gauges
• mounting

English · machine-assisted draft

Condition where the vehicle turns less than intended, sliding towards the outside of a turn

• handling
• safety

English · machine-assisted draft

clamp adaptable to various sizes and shapes

• clamp
• universal

English · machine-assisted draft

a flexible joint that connects two shafts

• tool
• flexible

English · machine-assisted draft

A versatile panel for various repair applications

• vanagon
• t25
• body

English · machine-assisted draft

An upper ball joint is a type of ball joint located at the upper part of the suspension.

• ball
• joint
• upper

English · machine-assisted draft

Components that require regular inspection to prevent premature wear

• suspension
• bushings

English · source definition

The folding or sliding sleeping platform fitted beneath a camper pop-up roof on equipped models. It is stowed when the roof is lowered and is distinct from the lower rear bench bed.

• camper
• bed
• interior

English · machine-assisted draft

Type of belt that drives engine accessories

• engine
• accessories

English · machine-assisted draft

Mechanism that advances the ignition timing based on engine vacuum

• ignition
• engine

English · machine-assisted draft

A device that limits the vacuum in the engine

• vacuum
• limiter

English · machine-assisted draft

Device limiting vacuum in engine at high altitude

• vacuum
• limiter
• high
• altitude

English · machine-assisted draft

Valve that allows air to enter but not escape from a system

• engine
• vacuum

English · machine-assisted draft

A device or mechanism that generates a vacuum, used for various purposes such as bleeding the cooling system.

• vacuum
• source

English · machine-assisted draft

A device that controls the flow of vacuum to the differential lock

• drivetrain
• component

English · machine-assisted draft

An online catalog of parts and schematics for Volkswagen and Audi vehicles.

• vag
• catalog

English · machine-assisted draft

A cover that protects the valve train from damage

• engine
• cover

English · machine-assisted draft

System responsible for operating engine valves

• engine
• cylinder
• valve