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Alphabetical public term index for this language.

1,503 source-backed termsdatabase
Body and interior
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Area located behind the front seat area of a Bus

Bus terminology

Catalytic Converter. a large, usually round cannister in the exhaust system. it helps convert emission gases into more harmless, less noxious vapors.

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Engine and fuel systems
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Device that reduces toxic emissions in exhaust gases

Tools and maintenance terminology
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a container used to catch spills or leaks

Cooling and heating
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a type of corrosion that occurs when coolant bubbles collapse against aluminum surfaces

Bus terminology

Cold Cranking Amps. a bogus number printed on the sides of automobile batteries to confuse the buyers. generally, the bigger this number is, the easier the battery will crank your car when everything is frozen. assuming everything is in perfect operating condition, of course.

Original Vanagon Dictionary; author uncredited
Body and interior
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Drag coefficient measuring a vehicle's aerodynamic qualities

Transmission and drivetrain
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a component that compensates for different wheel speeds in 4WD systems

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a system for locking and unlocking doors and luggage compartment

Engine and fuel systems
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Mechanism that advances the ignition timing as engine speed increases

Vehicle models and history
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Vehicles inspected and certified by manufacturer

Tools and maintenance terminology
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Cubic feet per minute, a unit of measurement for air flow

Engine and fuel systems
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Container filled with activated charcoal, used to absorb fuel vapors

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A component that filters fuel vapors to reduce emissions

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Filter that uses activated charcoal to remove impurities from the air

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valve controlling flow through charcoal filter

Body and interior
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Floor pan and superstructure of a VW automobile

Vehicle models and history
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A unique identifier for a vehicle, also known as the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

Body and interior
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Flat piece of metal on hinge side of door that prevents the door from opening too far out

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Pin that releases the check strap on cargo doors