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a pipe connecting two high ridges of the gas tank

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

fuel injection system where fuel is injected directly into combustion chamber

a feature allowing only the driver door to be unlocked

The part of an engine that covers the cylinders and valves

Specifications for the correct amount and type of lubricant to use

Container that stores oil for the engine, separate from the crankcase.

a unit that controls turn signals and emergency flashers

Set of ignition wires and components for replacement or upgrade

Distinctive smell of air-cooled VWs, often from upholstery or rubber seals.

Components that absorb axial forces and reduce wear on the crankshaft

Component that directs air and fuel into the engine's cylinders

A component that transmits motion from the camshaft to the valves

System that captures and converts brake energy into electrical energy

A multimedia interface for connecting MP3 players, iPods, and external data memory devices.

Inflatable bag that deploys in the event of a collision to reduce injury risk

The final drive component of an automatic transmission

A hinged roof section that raises above a camper van to create extra headroom and, when equipped, access to an upper sleeping area. Roof construction, latches, and bed equipment vary among VW Bus and camper conversions.

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.

A screen used to cover the rear hatch of a vehicle