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Electrical systems
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A type of electrical connector with a fork-like shape

Engine and fuel systems
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a type of coolant formula that does not contain phosphates

Body and interior
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System that reduces seat belt force on occupants above a certain threshold

Electrical systems
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System for providing light for a vehicle

Bus terminology

An affectionate name for Transporter . An American slang term for 'transmission'.

Original Vanagon Dictionary; author uncredited
Bus terminology

Another name for camper versions of the VW Transporter . For whatever reasons, this term seems to have been dropped for the Vanagons , except in Canada.

Original Vanagon Dictionary; author uncredited
Engine and fuel systems
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System for generating spark or heat for engine combustion

Tools and maintenance terminology
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Formal guarantee for repair or replacement of a product

Brakes and suspension
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System that reduces pedal force required for braking

Body and interior
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A scraper for the window, for vehicles without moldings

Tools and maintenance terminology
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A colloquialism for a large, heavy hammer used for various tasks.

Body and interior
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Sheet metal part forming the hump where the forward bulkhead rests

Electrical systems
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System that warns driver of potential front-end collision

Bus terminology

Another name for the buses made from 1968-1979. So called for the large single-piece windshield.

Original Vanagon Dictionary; author uncredited
Mailing list slang

For Your Information

Original Vanagon Dictionary; author uncredited
Body and interior
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Distance between the tire contact point and the air intake system of the engine

Vehicle models and history
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A custom coachbuilder located in Lorch, near Stuttgart, known for producing special bodies for various automobile manufacturers.

Bus terminology

Shortened nickname for the EuroVan .

Original Vanagon Dictionary; author uncredited
Bus terminology

A nickname for the Microbus .

Original Vanagon Dictionary; author uncredited
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A device used to hold or secure a first-aid kit

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