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• Re: Wire sets from Busdepot 1985 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - T Collins
  Mon, 10 Sep 2012 11:02:15 -0400
  I folks Im resending this as I think the first time there was an issue at the BD website http://www.busdepot.com/ignition...
• Re: Mystery wire on '73 ignition switch
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 10 Jun 1996 22:46:57 -0700
  ...I may be wrong but thats what I've been lead to belive every time I install an ignition switch that wire has been...
• Re: cooling fan running
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Sun, 30 Mar 2003 22:00:24 -0500
  ...It comes on when I turn on the ignition and shuts off when I turn the ignition off. What are your suggestions on how...
• A Multi-Spark Ignition & Increased Gas Mileage?
  Historical mailing list - Bob Elliott
  Fri, 21 Apr 2006 01:08:01 -0700
  I've read that multi-spark ignitions aid engines in burning gasoline more completely and efficiently reducing the amount of unburned gasoline exciting the...
• Installing an after market radio?
  Historical mailing list - James AYRES
  Fri, 31 Aug 2007 18:33:55 -0600
  ...The old radio was not connected to the ignition switch in any that I can see. You had to turn off the radio separately...
• Re: Shade tree wiring of a cold start valve on a 2.1?
  Historical mailing list - Zeitgeist
  Mon, 5 Jan 2009 13:29:07 -0800
  ...It uses a on/off switch wired through the ignition--this allows you to kill the entire circuit even when the ignition is on...
• Re: Is ECU involved in getting power to fuel pump when turning ignition switch on?
  Historical mailing list - Billy Hirt
  Mon, 23 Jul 2007 23:24:08 -0400
  ...That > it gets that from the ignition....i believe you. Thanks for that. > > This is the part that seems strange to me ; > "Note that...
• Re: replacing ignition switch
  Historical mailing list - Charles McGehee
  Fri, 15 Jun 2001 16:18:42 -0700
  ...replacing ignition switch > > > >Has anyone out there had experience replacing an ignition switch? I > >started to following Ken's instructions on his website. But...
• Re: Is ECU involved in getting power to fuel pump when turning ignition switch on?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Thu, 26 Jul 2007 11:20:38 -0700
  ...Except for the wire from the ignition switch going through the fuse box, #15 on the coil is feed directly off the ignition switch...
• Re: Ignition switch recommendations.
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 7 Nov 2010 00:23:53 -0400
  At 07:03 PM 11/6/2010 -0700, Luke Bakken wrote: >This last spring I replaced my ignition switch to fix some funky >issues...
• Re: 88* Pre-ignition problems
  Historical mailing list - Dan Houg
  Mon, 19 Aug 1996 10:17:12 CST6CDT
  ...CO Vol > 2.0, Ignition Timing 10 deg BTDC. a couple more questions: what fuel octane are you using? also, the ignition timing must...
• Re: Is ECU involved in getting power to fuel pump when turning ignition switch on?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Mon, 23 Jul 2007 20:52:06 -0700
  ...Is ECU involved in getting power to fuel pump when turning ignition switch on? I believe the answer(s) are on page 4 http...
• Re: Could hot starting problems be caused by a defective ignition swich?
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Fri, 16 Dec 2005 11:28:54 -0500
  ...He did not specify whether the starter was actually cranking or not (except sometimes after releasing the ignition key). The solenoid issue (which would...
• Re: Key in ignition to power radio
  Historical mailing list - Brenton Tait
  Wed, 17 Jun 2009 06:40:34 +0200
  ...Key in ignition to power radio I found the wire that powers up when the key is stuck in the ignition (but not turned...
• A bit more on keys...
  Historical mailing list - Steve
  Fri, 30 Sep 2016 01:39:02 +0000
  ...The doors and ignitions came from the factory keyed alike. We see many people who have replaced the ignitions. The currently available ignition does...
• Re: Blink'n Ignition Light
  Historical mailing list - Bj�rn
  Thu, 7 May 1998 09:14:19 -0700
  At 09:27 PM 06/05/98 -0400, you wrote: >Knowledgeable Vanagonites, >Early in life, I learned that, after you turn on the ignition...
• Re: Sorta Scary Event
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Sat, 26 Feb 2011 05:41:14 -0600
  ...thge ignition switch is the cheap $10 repair. If that doesn't fix it, I'd look at the plastic connector on the side...
• Re: Ignition coil failure
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Tue, 18 Jul 2000 17:53:35 EDT
  ...The ignition coil >appears to be overheated but I'm not sure how. Anyone else see this >type >of failure??????????????????? > >Regards, John ________________________________________________________________ YOU'RE...
• Re: 86-87, 2.1L ignition coil
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Mon, 15 Jan 2001 14:35:51 -0500
  > The ignition coil you need is # > Bosch 0221 122 349 > VW 211 905 115D > But most of all it must have a green Bosch...
• Re: start - won't sart - solution
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 22 Aug 2003 23:37:46 -0500
  Ahhhh! JR mark drillock wrote: >The ECU is deeply involved with ignition in 1986 and newer model >Vanagons with 2.1 Digifant. The signals...
• Re: Ignition cutout on 2.1L
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Tue, 4 Nov 2003 15:22:51 -0800
  ...This same shorting can and will fry the ignition modules and coils on these high energy ignition systems. At 03:11 PM 11/04...
• Re: why is 2.1 eating ignition coils?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 29 Aug 2007 11:54:22 -0400
  ...why is 2.1 eating ignition coils? Because he has Buach Platinum plugs (single electrode) I'll bet. I've seen this several time...
• 1988 GL - Headlights out - need wiring diagrams
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Fri, 28 Dec 2012 10:16:18 -0600
  ...Did the test for the ignition switch and re-placed with new - which did not work either. So now two switches - neither work, AND...
• Ignition wires
  Historical mailing list - Philip Menchions
  Mon, 5 May 1997 20:35:12 -0230 (NDT)
  Do any of the Canadian listees have any experience using the Canadian Tire brand ignition wires for the '86 van and later? The brand...
• Windows and struts
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 3 May 1997 17:14:24 -0400 (EDT)
  ...The local FLAPS does not carry them, anyone have suggestions? Also, I find the fact that the windows (power) only work with the ignition...
• Re: Intermittent ignition delay when turning key
  Historical mailing list - Steve
  Wed, 21 Apr 1999 12:01:11 -0700
  ...It may be a solenoid, but > > make sure the wires are good! > > > > Do not forget to check the ignition switch! It is as likely...
• Re: No spark, what to do
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Mon, 4 Feb 2019 09:51:39 -0800
  ignition switch?
• Fwd: Worse than Vanagon Syndrome
  Historical mailing list - Gil Ngai
  Thu, 13 May 2021 19:18:52 -0600
  ...Hall Sensor providing better signal to ignition module; Ignition Coil Module is not driving ignition coil correctly - replacement required; Repair: Source, acquire, and install...
• Re: Vanagon keys--the answers
  Historical mailing list - Riley Kettner
  Mon, 1 May 2000 12:41:56 -0700
  ...A > common ignition/door locks key, glove box key, and gas cap key. Since it's > the ignition/door lock key which is used...
• Answer to "No Low Beams" thanks guys!
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Danrich
  Sat, 20 Apr 2002 19:13:00 -1000
  ...Purchase a new ignition switch, remove the lower steering column cover, unplug the big wire harness connector on the back side of the ignition...
• Re: Glove box, Key
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
  Tue, 27 Sep 2016 18:31:12 -0700
  Although I do not have the original ignition and door key for my van - I do have the original glove box key and I...
• Re: "Headlights On" Warning Chimes? (fwd)
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Thu, 26 Sep 2002 11:48:56 -0700
  ...I think selectively placed relay off of the light swtich and ignition key switch thing would be the trikc. But i don't htink...
• Re: THANK YOU! [vanagon] lister needs help on the road - headlight gremlin in 86 wes
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Wed, 20 Jul 2005 21:23:16 -0700
  ...He spelled my name with a C! I had the same problem just last year - bad connection in the ignition switch. Karl Wolz > > apparently...
• Re: A Mystery
  Historical mailing list - Gus Cairo
  Sat, 31 Aug 2013 19:46:39 -0700
  ...Vehicle in 3rd gear - clutch in, ignition on but not to start, release brake, turn wheels towards down hill, start to roll. Pick up...
• Re: broke down in Portland, need help
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 9 Jun 2019 11:33:24 -0400
  > > - swap in a new fuel pump relay >>>> - bypassing the onboard ignition switch and use a new spare >>>> - unplug and replug a small connector at...
• Re: Is it the ignition switch?
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Sun, 29 Jan 2012 20:39:32 -0600
  ...It seems to be about 50/50 switch and ignition lock. The tail piece on the lock wears and won't turn the switch...
• Re: 87 Vanagon fuse problem
  Historical mailing list - John McLean
  Tue, 21 Dec 1999 04:19:21 -0800
  ...Kimmons" wrote: > Wow!! I'm having this same problem... (see Headlight Help!!) > > I just replaced the ignition switch (electric part only), but then... > > REALLY...
• Re: 84 NA Diesel - loss of 'performance'
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Sat, 26 Feb 2000 18:13:37 +0100
  ...With a diesel, it is rather early or late ignition timing, than rich mixture. The air is constant on a diesel, the fuel is...
• Has anyone tried Pertonix Points? What do you think of them?
  Historical mailing list - 1980 VW Westfalia \"Pokey\"
  Mon, 2 Oct 2000 11:34:33 -0400
  ...I understand that they only work with vacuum advance distributors and are not for use with van's originally equipped with Electronic Ignition. Were...
• photo of hot start relay install?
  Historical mailing list - Dylan Kahler
  Mon, 28 Nov 2005 09:34:46 -0800
  ...anyone else have trouble figuring out which wire from terminal 50 on the solenoid was the ignition and which was the fuel injection? I...
• Re: Update (not fixed...) Re: FIXED? (and, advice needed...) (was: Re: low voltage, starter running intermittently, but alternator is okay?)
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Wed, 25 Jan 2006 11:30:20 -0500
  Perhaps your ignition switch is the villan.Maybe try byypassingthe switch (hot wire) and see if it starts repeatedly. Else remove the steering wheel...
• Re: So... am I nuts? (ign. sw)
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Fri, 27 Oct 2006 08:58:11 -0700
  > Is it possibly that ignition switch contacts are so > worn, that key needs to be turned as far as possible > clockwise in order to...
• Re: Is ECU involved in getting power to fuel pump when turning ignition switch on?
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Wed, 25 Jul 2007 21:11:37 -0700
  ...Why is it a current source you might ask? It is because the ignition coil's primary winding is in fact an inductor. Current...
• Ignition Switch, Battery and Starter Protection
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 12 Dec 2010 11:30:17 -0600
  ...Small airplanes - and prol'ly large ones - are wired so that operation of the ignition switch actuates a relay installed between the the battery...
• Re: Alternative to locking gas cap?
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sat, 15 Aug 2009 01:01:09 -0600
  .... my gas cap key IS my ignition key. I've tried but the key won't fit into the ignition while it's in...
• ...no subject...
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 27 Jun 96 10:16:40 PDT
  ...He has determined that there is an initial spark (don't know how many) but then the ignition system goes dead i.e., no...
• Re: Aux battery kit from Bus Depot (fwd)
  Historical mailing list - Sean Birkner
  Wed, 3 Nov 1999 17:25:30 EST
  ...With the ignition off, the aux battery is isolated from the rest of the "original" electrical system. Ex.; You wire a TV&VCR to...
• Re: Ignition problem?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sat, 14 Oct 2000 22:46:11 -0700
  ...Jim Arnott WetWesties Union, OR > Frank Assinck wrote: > > L.S. > <snip> > the ignition is cut off randomly. This > problem comes and goes but when...
• Re: headlights
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Mon, 29 Jan 2001 07:31:49 -0800
  ...also, the ignition switch is a possible suspect also... costs about $10 and easy to pull the old one and plug in the new...
• Re: Is ECU involved in getting power to fuel pump when turning ignition switch on?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 25 Jul 2007 11:54:25 -0400
  ...Basic ignition coil operation even back to points. Points closed or ECU conducting, coil is charging, magnetic field builds. Points open or ECU opens...
• Re: Correct Gap of Sparks
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 21 Feb 2003 07:18:17 -0600
  ...I tried Petrox, Compufire and Allison ignitions. The only marked improvement came from the Allison Ignition, If you ask "Why?". The Petrox and Compufire...
• Re: Intermittent ignition delay when turning key
  Historical mailing list - Joe L.
  Sat, 24 Apr 1999 00:51:06 -0400
  ...Intermittent ignition delay when turning key > > > >Hello, I have a delay in my'84's ignition when turing the key. Sometimes, > >especially after travelling...
• Re: Sorta Scary Event
  Historical mailing list - HotelWestfalia
  Sat, 26 Feb 2011 01:24:42 -0800
  My first reactive thought is the ignition switch. I'm sure, there will be a few more with other ideas, like ECU. It's...
• Re: '86 GL electrical (sound system) question
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Fri, 24 Feb 2006 15:29:04 -0500
  ...Mike Neal Barrentine wrote: > The gray and black wire coming from the ignition switch is indeed the > "key in ignition" circuit wire. Thanks! Now...
• Re: Progressive rough running - until ignition reset
  Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
  Mon, 27 Dec 2010 13:47:07 -0800
  ...Progressive rough running - until ignition reset > > > Volks, >> >> I have a general Vanagon troubleshooting question - today driving home >> from an enjoyable Christmas gathering with all...
• Re: Alternator light mystery-High bean switch!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 25 May 2010 13:28:28 -0700
  ...little surprised at the X contact, since it's 'like' 15...or does the same type of thing ..applies 'ignition level' power to the...
• Re: Engine (VanaJetta) won't shut off when hot.
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Mon, 23 Jun 2008 17:53:04 -0400
  Hi Neil, Is it running on because the ignition is still on, or is it "run-on" caused by pre-ignition AKA dieseling??? It...
• Stumped Man : ( Bosch ignition coil colors and there meanings�
  Historical mailing list - Don Griffin
  Fri, 10 Jul 1998 16:22:59 EDT
  Hey there Guys and Gals, I've been shopping for an ignition coil for my 80 Vanagon Camper with 2.0 lt. ac engine...
• Re: Hotwiring a vanagon to check ignition switch
  Historical mailing list - Hector Zapata
  Sat, 15 Dec 2001 12:15:18 -0800
  ...Hotwiring a vanagon to check ignition switch > Hey all! Ok just to check to see to make sure it is > or is not the...
• Re: Help Needed on Manual to Auto Trans wiring problem.
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Mon, 6 Nov 2006 17:55:25 -0800
  ...wire from the safety switch to the ignition switch to > the starter. > Might be from the ignition to the safety to the starter--either...