The Vanagon Dictionary

English · source definition

Anti-Locking Braking System. a computerized method of helping to prevent wheel skid/lock-up during braking. it does not prevent spins, nor does it allow you to stop in a shorter distance. it does allow you to steer the car while braking as hard as possible. available as an option on some Vanagons and EuroVans in Europe during the late 1980's-1990's.

English · machine-assisted draft

Type of deep-cycle battery using absorbed electrolyte and recombinant technology

• batteries
• absorbed-electrolyte

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Device to absorb shock and vibration

• suspension
• vanagon
• t25

English · machine-assisted draft

A component that absorbs shock and stabilizes the vehicle's front suspension

• suspension
• shock
• absorber

English · machine-assisted draft

Bolts that secure the front shock absorber in place

• suspension
• bolt
• fastener

English · machine-assisted draft

A cap that covers and protects the front shock absorber from dust and debris

• suspension
• dust
• cap

English · machine-assisted draft

A component that supports the spring and shock absorber

• suspension
• shocks

English · machine-assisted draft

A rod that connects the shock absorber to the suspension system

• shocks
• suspension

English · machine-assisted draft

Container filled with activated charcoal, used to absorb fuel vapors

• charcoal
• canister

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Components that absorb axial forces and reduce wear on the crankshaft

• engine
• wear

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

• suspension
• handling
• comfort

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Small, flat washers that help to absorb thrust loads on the front bearings

• bearings
• thrust
• washers