The Vanagon Dictionary

VW model built between 1975-79, produced in Germany and Mexico

• vw
• mexico
• production

Special models that could be ordered directly from the VW Factory

• special
• models
• vw

Coatings or treatments that prevent or reduce corrosion on vehicle surfaces

• rust
• protection

Logo or badge on the front grille of the vehicle

• exterior
• vanagon
• t25

System providing live images from around the vehicle to assist the driver

• camera
• safety

Covering for the shift lever in a vehicle

• shift
• lever
• boot

Type of cabin floor design in a vehicle

• flat
• cabin
• floor

A short axle used in the rear suspension of a vehicle

• axle
• rear

Strain on occupants due to vehicle vibrations, noise, and climatic influences

• comfort
• safety

Process of identifying and troubleshooting electrical issues in Volkswagen vehicles

• vw
• diagnosis

Vehicle Identification Number. This is a number that uniquely identifies your vehicle. It is usually located in several locations on the vehicle, the most common being under the windscreen just forward of the driver (and intended to be viewed from the outside of the bus.) You'll also find the VIN on the frame rail under the van near the front edge of the sliding door. Also see: Table for interpretting the Vanagon VIN

System that adjusts power steering based on vehicle speed

• steering
• power

A component that improves vehicle handling and reduces body roll

• suspension
• handling

Type of brake using a disc to slow or stop a vehicle

• brakes
• disc

slang term for 1959 and earlier Karmann Ghias with low headlights

• karmann
• ghia

A cable that connects the battery to the vehicle's electrical system

• battery
• cable
• electrical

the components of a vehicle that maintain contact with the road surface

• suspension
• steering

The system of wires and cables that distribute electrical power throughout the vehicle

• wiring
• electrical

A leak in the radiator of a vehicle, specifically a Vanagon.

• radiator
• leak
• vanagon

A code indicating a modification or change to a vehicle part

• identification
• nomenclature

A panel for repairing the floor of a vehicle

• vanagon
• t25
• floor

The total distance a piston moves in a vehicle's engine

• engine
• piston

System that adjusts audio volume based on vehicle speed

• audio
• volume

The number of revolutions per minute of a vehicle's engine

• engine
• revs