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A type of front windshield that tilts outward for additional ventilation. found only on Microbuses , and usually only on on those in equatorial/tropic countries.

Device that restrains occupants

Usually refers to the Microbus Deluxe Station Wagen, with 21 or 23 Windows and a Sunroof.

A type of air conditioning compressor developed by Sankyo

A device used to diagnose and troubleshoot vehicle technical issues

Data and guidance for using scan tools to diagnose vehicle issues

A detailed diagram of a system or component

a device that reduces nitrogen oxide emissions by converting them into nitrogen and water

A screw with a cover edge, used for various applications

Seals for window lift channel gaps

Batteries with a sealed compartment to prevent leakage

A type of bulb used in vehicle headlights

Substance applied to surfaces to create a seal between engine components

A ring-shaped component that provides a seal between two parts, such as the cylinder head and engine block

Rust that occurs in the seams of a vehicle's body, often due to moisture entering from the inside.

Metal tabs for welding upholstery to seat frames

Component that extends seat belt

Mechanism that retracts seat belt

Tempered glass used in VW vehicles

Self-instruction program, a guide for learning about vehicle maintenance

Process of reducing nitrogen oxide emissions

Mechanism for selecting gear or mode in a vehicle

Theoretical information about vehicles, systems, and technologies

The loss of charge in a battery over time

Type of nut that locks itself in place to prevent loosening

A standardized test procedure for evaluating motor oil performance

Batteries connected in series to increase voltage

Estimated time required for specific repairs

Volkswagen's technical information platform

Mechanical amplifier used to assist braking in early VW vehicles

A type of electrical connector with a 6.3 mm spade shape and shielding for protection

A bearing that supports the shift lever in the transmission

Covering for the shift lever in a vehicle

Rear bushing for shift rod in Vanagon/T25 models

Coupling for shift rod in Vanagon/T25 models with Type-4 or Diesel engine

Guide for shift rod in Vanagon/T25 models

Joint for shift rod in Vanagon/T25 models from 8.1982 onwards

Linkage for shift rod in Vanagon/T25 models with 5-speed transmission

Seals preventing leakage around the shift rod in a vehicle

Device extending the shift lever in a vehicle

Device to absorb shock and vibration

A rod that connects the shock absorber to the suspension system

The exterior electrical inlet used to connect an equipped camper to campsite alternating-current power. Wiring, voltage, current rating, and supported appliances vary by market and model year.

Bare engine including engine case and crankshaft, without external accessories

Term used to describe a shortened VW Bus

Type of airbag that provides protection for occupants' heads and sides

Pins that connect side doors to the vehicle body

Structural components that enhance door rigidity and energy distribution

Replacement panel for the side of the vehicle

Replacement parts for damaged vehicle body sections

Lighting on the side of the vehicle, often for visibility

The material or fabric that covers the interior sides of a vehicle

German manufacturer of laminated safety glass used in VW vehicles

A component that reduces noise in an exhaust system

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

Compounds that inhibit corrosion on aluminum surfaces and protect against cavitation

The ¾-ton version of the VW pickup truck. seating for three people.

Early engine head design with a single intake hole

The camper interior cabinet assembly built around the sink and its water fittings. In some Vanagon Westfalia layouts it also contains or adjoins the refrigerator, storage, and electrical controls.

A tool used for blasting surfaces with sand or other media

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

Slang term for lowering a vehicle's suspension

A brand of engine treatment containing PTFE

A door that slides open, typically on the side of a van

A handle used to open and close a sliding door

A component that helps to slow down and stop a sliding door

Windows that slide open on the side of the vehicle

A graphical user interface element that opens automatically when certain IDs are tapped.

Sloped roof rack version used on pre-1961 Westfalia models

Term referring to the smaller rear axle nut and reduction box design used in pre-1964 VW Buses

Term referring to smaller window sizes used in VW vehicles from 1958-1964

Situation Normal: All Fouled Up

A set of snap fasteners and a press tool used for installation

Component that helps control the movement of a system

Special option kit for VW vehicles

A hollow, cylindrical tool used to turn a bolt or nut

a type of corrosion that occurs in radiators due to high-lead solder

An electromagnetic device that controls the flow of electrical current

A device that allows the alternator to charge multiple battery banks independently

Special models that could be ordered directly from the VW Factory

A type of electrical connector with a flat, spade-like shape

Device for carrying a spare tire on a vehicle

The distance between the spark plug's electrodes

Components that seal the spark plug wells in the engine

Electrodes that produce a spark to ignite fuel in an engine

A measure of the density of a liquid, used to determine the state of charge in a battery

System that adjusts power steering based on vehicle speed

System that adjusts audio volume based on vehicle speed

Type of fastener used to secure parts together

Cable connecting speedometer to transmission

Instrument that measures the vehicle's speed

The component that houses the speedometer gauge

The Microbus , made from 1949 to 1967. also called a Split-Window.

Non-synchromesh transmission with straight-cut first gear

Term referring to VW Type II vehicles with a divided front windshield, manufactured before 1968

First mass production run of the Beetle with split rear window

Nickname for 1949-1967 VW Transporter with a two-piece divided windshield

Seats designed for enhanced safety and comfort during driving

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

Devices that spray paint for coating surfaces

A type of lubricant that comes in a spray form, used to reduce friction and squeaking.

Type of clamp using spring force to hold components

A tool used to compress springs, making it easier to replace shocks

A component that supports the spring and shock absorber

Type of washer that provides a spring-like action to maintain tension

Model of Volkswagen bus with a stainless steel body

Type of exhaust system made from stainless steel, resistant to corrosion

Upper mid-range model of the bus with nicer interior components than the Kombi , but without the extra trappings of the Deluxe model. Standards have headliners, while Kombis and Panels did not.

The final drive component of a standard transmission

A device that starts the engine of a vehicle

High-quality starter for petrol engines

A cable that connects the battery to the starter motor

Electromagnetic switch controlling the starter

The level of charge in a battery, expressed as a percentage

A type of seat belt that does not retract and has three points of attachment

Heater designed to be used while stationary

A stationary component of an alternator that generates electrical current

A metal pipe that carries fluid to the power steering system

Sensor that measures the angle of the steering wheel

Cover plate for the steering column

A locknut that secures the steering system in place

Vehicle with original appearance and mechanics

Compartments or containers used to store small items

A small tray for storing items

Customization creating a limousine effect by merging vehicles

The distance traveled by a piston in a vehicle's engine

A crankshaft with a longer stroke than standard

A short axle used in the rear suspension of a vehicle

A two-digit code indicating a sub-category of a vehicle part

A condition where a battery's plates become coated with lead sulfate

The amount of solid residue left after an oil is burned.

Component that blocks sunlight

Mechanically driven compressor that increases engine charge pressure

Connectors that suppress electrical noise in the ignition system

Measures to protect and preserve the natural environment

A type of cooling system used in campers

Connecting rod between sway bar and suspension

Bushings for connecting sway bars to the vehicle chassis

Lower bushings for sway bar links

A type of rear axle that is 'fixed' at the wheel (that is, it is not able to flex up or down), but is able to move up and down at the transmission end. It required the rear wheels to move in an arc, rather than vertically, when hitting bumps. in some cars (beetles and corvairs and some early porsches), it could cause the wheel to tuck under the car during high speed cornering.

Devices for controlling electrical circuits

Seats that can rotate to face different directions

The four-wheel drive version of the Vanagon , made between 1986 and 1991. using a viscous coupling arrangement, the front wheels could be made to automatically provide pulling power (at any time the rear wheels began to slip or spin). This term also applies to the four-wheel drive EuroVans , which are unfortunately not imported into the United States.

A type of oil made from chemical compounds, offering superior performance and protection.