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Alphabetical public term index for this language.

83 source-backed terms beginning with Ddatabase
Body and interior
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A vertical structural element in a vehicle, typically at the rear

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Digital Audio Broadcasting system that receives audio and additional data signals

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A type of material used to reduce noise and vibration

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A handle on the dashboard for grabbing

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Main control panel of a vehicle

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Bulbs that light up the dashboard instruments

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Separate lights built into headlights or bumper that are switched on during daytime

Brakes and suspension
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Adaptive chassis control, a system that adjusts suspension and damping

Cooling and heating
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Water that has been treated to remove ions and other impurities

Engine and fuel systems
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Switch that detects when the engine is decelerating or idling

Transmission and drivetrain
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In a Syncro drivetrain, a driveshaft decoupler disconnects the prop shaft so the front axle is no longer driven through it; it is not the front differential lock. A Gerry discussion on 16 May 2004 compares the original non-viscous-coupling layout, which used a driveshaft decoupler, with viscous-coupling Syncros while debating front-lock behavior. The thread is historical community discussion, not a retrofit procedure; identify the drivetrain configuration before interpreting parts or controls.

Electrical systems
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A type of battery designed for prolonged discharges at lower amperage

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A condition where a battery is completely drained of its charge

Camper equipment
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Dehler was a German conversion company whose VW Transporter campers and business-van layouts appear in Gerry’s preserved terminology FAQ. Archive discussions make the model distinction clearer: a 1999 thread concerns a Dehler Profi conversion sighting, while a 2005 thread describes a rare Dehler Profi high-roof camper. “Dehler” therefore identifies the converter; Profi is a particular conversion line, not a separate Transporter generation. Confirm the exact build and year for parts or fitment.

Tools and maintenance terminology
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A category or type of delivery for self-study programs

Bus terminology
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Múnla de bhus luatha a raibh an leibhéal is airde de bhreiseáin intíre agus leibhéil trím ag baint leis. De ghnáth le fuinneoga beaga radharcach sa díon agus 21 nó 23 fuinneog taobh. Chomh maith le sin, bhí fuinneog ghrianchloiche ábhartha ar fáil mar rogha.

Electrical systems
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The percentage of battery capacity used before recharging

Bus terminology
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Comhlacht Sasanach a rinne comhaidhteoireachtaí campála do bhusaí VW.

Engine and fuel systems
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A type of automatic transmission fluid

Engine and fuel systems
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Type of engine using diesel fuel

Transmission and drivetrain
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A differential bearing ring seal is a component that seals the differential bearing.

Transmission and drivetrain
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A cap that secures the bearing ring in the differential

Transmission and drivetrain
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A device that locks the differential to provide maximum traction

Bus terminology
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Foirm d'fhúchtáin breosla a bhfuil VW Vanagons / Transporters ó 1986 agus níos déanaí. Leagan níos déanaí de Digijet . Tá sé tuairiscithe chomh maith gur leagan beagán níos simplí é de fhuílleamh breosla Bosch Motronic a úsáidtear ar BMW agus Porsches.

Engine and fuel systems
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The electronic control unit (ECU) is part of Volkswagen’s Digifant fuel-injection and engine-management system. Gerry’s 1986–1991 technical bulletin index distinguishes these applications from the earlier Digijet years. In a January 1999 list thread, an owner of a 1986 Westfalia reported that the engine quit after cooling-system bleeding and asked whether fuel starvation or a failed Digifant component was involved; the thread records a troubleshooting question, not a confirmed diagnosis. Check engine code and market before identifying an ECU.

Engine and fuel systems
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Volkswagen’s electronic fuel-injection and engine-management system used in North American Vanagons from 1986 onward according to Gerry’s terminology FAQ. The archived FAQ distinguishes it from Digijet, which it associates with 1983.5–1985 Vanagons; Gerry’s technical bulletin index also lists Digifant topics for 1986–1991 models. Verify year, engine, and market before using system-specific parts or procedures.

Bus terminology
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Foirm d'fhúisiú breosla a fuarthas ar VW Vanagon / Transporters ó 1983.5 go 1985. a chaitear ag léarscáil dhigiteach den 'cháin bhreise' cuí de réir tosach breosla vs rpm innill agus teocht.

Tools and maintenance terminology
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Digital Multimeter, a tool for measuring electrical properties, including fuel mixture

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technology that enhances in-car audio experience

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A device that measures various electrical parameters with high precision

Electrical systems
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Electronic components that allow current to flow in one direction

Brakes and suspension
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Result of chassis setup, affecting drive concept, suspension, and cornering stability

Brakes and suspension
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Shield protecting from brake splash

Brakes and suspension
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Type of brake using a disc to slow or stop a vehicle

Engine and fuel systems
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Component that directs the high voltage from the ignition coil to the correct cylinder

Engine and fuel systems
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Cover that protects the distributor and spark plug wires

Engine and fuel systems
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A device used to secure the distributor in place

Engine and fuel systems
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Gear that drives the distributor in an engine, synchronizing it with the crankshaft

Engine and fuel systems
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Shaft that drives the distributor in the engine

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A seal used to prevent leaks in the distributor of a petrol engine

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A shaft that drives the distributor

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A device that advances the ignition timing in response to vacuum changes in the engine

Electrical systems
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Antenna system for improved radio reception quality

Engine and fuel systems
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A fan shroud introduced in 1971 for upright air-cooled engines.

Body and interior
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The metal area surrounding the front wheel well in a VW Bus.

Vehicle models and history
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German slang for a double cab pickup.

Tools and maintenance terminology
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A authorized service center for Dometic products

Body and interior
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A handle used to assist in opening or closing a vehicle's door

Body and interior
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A cover plate for the door latch, available in black

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Components related to vehicle doors

Body and interior
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Locking mechanisms for vehicle doors

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Panel for repairing doors of the Vanagon/T25

Body and interior
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Clips for fixing door seals on the Vanagon/T25

Body and interior
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The decorative or protective material around a vehicle's door

Body and interior
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A bar that divides the door window, for fixed vent windows

Bus terminology
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An t-ainm Gearmánach don phicíocht dé-chábáin.

Bus terminology
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Cuideachta eile a rinne comhaidhte campála de bhusanna VW.

Bus terminology
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Roinn Iompair. gníomhaireacht de chuid Rialtas Cónaidhme Mheiriceá a bhfuil údarás aige thar chuid de na gnéithe den tógáil gluaisteán, go háirithe i réimsí a bhaineann le sábháilteacht.

Transmission and drivetrain
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A type of bearing with two tapered rollers

Bus terminology
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Picíocht VW a chaitear ag suíochán do cúigear nó seisear agus trí theach. Feithicil leath-thonne.

Brakes and suspension
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Suspension system with two wishbone-shaped arms for improved wheel guidance

Engine and fuel systems
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Pin or rod used to align or locate parts

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a pipe that connects the exhaust manifold to the rest of the exhaust system

Mailing list slang
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Úinéir Réamhtheachta (an duine atá ceaptha a bhí ag úinéireacht agus ag loitiméireacht do bhús súil leat sula cheannaigh tú é).

Cooling and heating
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Valve that allows water to drain from the air conditioning system

Tools and maintenance terminology
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A tool used to make holes in materials

Transmission and drivetrain
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Axle that transmits power to the wheels

Brakes and suspension
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Type of brake using a drum to house the brake shoes

Brakes and suspension
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Valves used to bleed air from drum brakes, available in sets of 4

Camping and van life
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Camping without access to external power or water sources

Transmission and drivetrain
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Direct Shift Gearbox, a type of automatic transmission

Electrical systems
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Digital signal processing technology for audio applications

Engine and fuel systems
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A type of manifold used in some engines, with two outlets

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A type of exhaust manifold with two downpipes

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Refers to the number of individual intake passages into the head

Electrical systems
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A secondary battery installation in a vehicle

Tools and maintenance terminology
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A versatile adhesive tape used for various repairs and fixes.

Cooling and heating
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A system used to direct cooling air to a component, such as an alternator

Engine and fuel systems
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Dual Vacuum Dual Advance distributor

Engine and fuel systems
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Refers to the length of time that the breaker points were closed

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System that monitors oil pressure in the Wasserboxer engine

Electrical systems
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A type of electrical generator

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High-quality sound system with digital signal processing technology