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

Electrical systems
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A reversing light switch is a component that controls the reversing lights.

Engine and fuel systems
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J-shaped pipe for exhaust when heater boxes are not used

Engine and fuel systems
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A thread about converting a vehicle's engine to a different type or model.

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Measure of the vehicle's acceleration perpendicular to its direction of motion

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Liters per 100 Kilometers. a measurement of fuel economy in the metric system. note that this is exactly backwards from the American system of miles/gallon. the metric measurement denotes the amount of fuel required to go a certain distance roughly, 10 L/100km = 23.5 mpg.

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Engine and fuel systems
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A cover that fits over the exhaust outlet to protect it from debris

Engine and fuel systems
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Electrodes that produce a spark to ignite fuel in an engine

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

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

Electrical systems
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A device that connects or disconnects a circuit to isolate it from other circuits

Cooling and heating
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a component of a vehicle's air conditioning system that houses the evaporator coil

Engine and fuel systems
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The sparks that ignite the fuel-air mixture in an internal combustion engine

Engine and fuel systems
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Sensor measuring oxygen levels in exhaust, with connector

Engine and fuel systems
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A type of contaminant that can clog radiator tubes, possibly related to corrosion

Engine and fuel systems
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Idle speed, the speed of an engine when it is not under load

Engine and fuel systems
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A device that sprays fuel into the engine's cylinders

Engine and fuel systems
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A gasket that seals the cylinder head to the engine block

Engine and fuel systems
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A camshaft developed by Volkswagen with a specific grind pattern

Engine and fuel systems
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A type of engine or motor, possibly used for improved performance

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