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• Re: emission failure, HC 229 @ idle (ok @ 2500 rpm)
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 26 Aug 2004 19:03:54 -0400
  ...Makes sure the timing is properly set, not over-advanced and set the idle speed to 950-1,000 rpm. Yes this is above...
• Re: Weird idle problem continues
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 20 Oct 2014 08:39:14 -0700
  ...Weird idle problem continues I have a spare idle stabilizer to loan out. Just give that part number so I know I am sending...
• High Idle Speed Problem
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 06 Dec 95 09:43 CST
  ...High Idle Speed Problem >I would greatly appreciate any help/suggestions that could >be offered. FWIW, I had high idle problems, but ONLY when...
• Bouncing idle......
  Historical mailing list - mike g.
  Fri, 11 Feb 2000 00:02:10 -0800
  Anyone have an idea why the idle in my '87 syncro has begun to rev up and down slightly by itself and as well...
• Smooth idle
  Historical mailing list - Hal Horton
  Mon, 8 May 2000 20:38:43 EDT
  ...It often starts to idle up and down as it sits. It rarely idles evenly. What is the cause of this and how is...
• won't come off high idle
  Historical mailing list - Dan Johnston
  Fri, 1 Sep 2000 19:30:34 -0400
  ...it will when i disconnect the idle stabilizer. But it runs terrible when i do that. is the idle stab bad? it hums and...
• idle speed controller and temp II sensor?
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Hosick
  Thu, 21 Mar 2002 22:36:42 -0800
  Ok,thanks for the feedback guy's.I have checked for loose grounds,elec.connection's,vacuum lines,intake leaks....My 84 still idles...
• Idle computer (?)
  Historical mailing list - Eric Olson
  Tue, 26 Apr 2005 21:19:54 -0600
  ...My mechanic told me the computer behind the licence plate that controls idle needs replacing - $500 - $700. What other options do I have for...
• Re: Troubleshooting the Basic Idle Stabilizer System - Manual Transmissions- Part I
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 26 Mar 2009 02:31:07 -0500
  ...Set range of the >> meter to 2 amp scale (readings will be in milliamperes) >> >> ___ Run engine at idle and observe reading. Basic idle value...
• '87 goofy idle
  Historical mailing list - Brad Snyder
  Sun, 10 Dec 1995 01:34:35 4
  ...About the idle. I priced the idle stabilizer at a local dealer and it was close to $300.00. Incredible. Per some advice I...
• Re: Read your manual: Oil pressure nonsense
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Thu, 14 Sep 2006 18:58:34 -0400
  The way I adjust the idle on my 1.9s is to first make sure all the other stuff is right (no vacuum leaks...
• Re: Idle Control Issues
  Historical mailing list - Craig Forney
  Sat, 20 Jul 2013 22:21:39 -0700
  ...If the idle dips below 880 the air flow past the throttle body is increased to provide a stable idle. > > > > The additional air to...
• Re: IDLE STABILIZER ???
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Thu, 8 Oct 1998 20:16:09 -0700
  ...The electronic idle stabilizer is that black box mounted on the sheetmetal not far from the Hall control unit. It has two round plugs...
• My Van Idles Too Dern Fast
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 16 Jun 1995 21:54:07 -0500
  ...My Van Idles Too Dern Fast. To refresh my memory, its a fuel rejected two liter. It will idle slower if I do something...
• Eurospec Emissions Appendix
  Historical mailing list - Blaine Bachman
  Wed, 2 Jun 1999 19:32:32 EDT
  ...pass the car with the following readings: HC: Idle=217ppm; At speed=85ppm CO: Idle=.06%; At speed=.53% I uderstand that it took...
• still rough idle
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Fri, 3 Mar 2000 08:21:34 -0800
  Still rough idle. I replaced the oxygen sensor and removed the idle stabilizer and it still runs choppy. I though i had the problem...
• idle adjustment
  Historical mailing list - Shawn
  Tue, 27 Mar 2001 16:51:26 -0600
  Is there an idle adjustment on the 84 or is this controlled by the ECU. thanks shawn [text/html]
• Re: vanagon Digest - 22 Apr 2014 to 23 Apr 2014 (#2014-219)
  Historical mailing list - Steve Henderson
  Thu, 24 Apr 2014 00:51:14 -0500
  ...The engine starts fine, with idle a little over 1K and >> idles there for about 20 seconds and then want to die unless I...
• Re: Weird idle problem continues
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 20 Oct 2014 10:50:07 -0700
  ...Weird idle problem continues Stuart I recently encountered an H2OBoxr that did not want to IdleDown ~ don't remember how high the Revs were...
• Re: Isolator vs. relay
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Mon, 18 May 1998 08:32:16 -0700
  ...If I run headlights and heater fan (or anything else with a >big draw) my van will idle roughly and try to die. if...
• Re: idle fuel calculations
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Sun, 25 Nov 2007 22:35:42 -0500
  ...It's not particularly good for them to idle for prolonged > periods, but at idle speed they do consume relatively little fuel. > > Allan >
• Re: Idle question
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Fri, 21 Feb 2014 17:32:05 -0600
  ...The idle control system is same as a 2.1l MV. It idles high, but when I unplug the ICV it purrs like a...
• Re: Idle Surge
  Historical mailing list - Dominic Provini Jr.
  Thu, 27 Oct 2011 10:28:38 -0400
  My TB switch was the cause of my surging idle issue on my 85 (single switch). It turned out that the PO had the...
• Re: slight surge in idle speed
  Historical mailing list - David-M
  Thu, 19 Nov 1998 21:30:11 -0500
  Ted & Kathy wrote: > > its the computer chip that controls the idle speed......$350.00, had it done > about 6 months ago.........the idle raced...
• oil light on idle?
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Seitz
  Wed, 24 Feb 1999 09:15:10 -0600
  Any thoughts? At idle and idle only the oil light comes on. The oil level is good. The guy who I bought the vehicle...
• Re: How does the Idle Stabilizer Work?
  Historical mailing list - John-Reed Maffeo
  Wed, 5 Jan 2000 14:47:41 -0700
  My original problem was poor throttle response from idle. I was having to rev the engine and slip the clutch to get enough power...
• Step up the idle
  Historical mailing list - Kim Springer
  Sun, 9 Sep 2007 22:12:56 -0700
  Thanks Mark for helping me find the white-green wire for stepping up the idle with the AC on. I connected it yesterday and...
• Re: Weird idle problem continues
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sat, 18 Oct 2014 13:52:32 -0700
  ...The fact that is still idles at 2000 with it disconnected is puzzling, and leads me to the ECU. -----Original Message----- From: Neil N...
• Re: Idle problem on deceleration
  Historical mailing list - lauterba
  Thu, 11 Dec 2003 21:56:27 -0500
  If everything else is correctly adjusted and working properly, bypass the digital idle stabilizer. If problem goes away, then you need new idle stabilizer...
• Re: more idle issues revisited
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Mon, 22 May 2006 09:20:05 -0700
  > What happens to the idle when you unplug the connector from > >the idle control valve? > > nothing happens, but if i disconnect the tempII switch...
• Re: random high idle
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 4 Oct 2002 17:12:41 -0500
  ...Then with the engine warm, and the idle stabilizer valve disconnected, re-set your idle speed. Let the engine get cold, reconnect the ISV...
• Re: Weird idle problem continues
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Mon, 20 Oct 2014 11:42:31 -0500
  ...Weird idle problem continues > > I have a spare idle stabilizer to loan out. Just give that part number so > I know I am sending...
• Re: Idle issues - cold is fine, warm is high
  Historical mailing list - robertmstewart
  Fri, 12 May 2006 22:35:22 -0400
  ...But you stated you replaced these right? Idle Control Valve - Stock $182.95 http://www.van-cafe.com/vanagon_parts.jsp?ct=625638812&pa...
• Re: unplug '86 idle stabilizer?
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 22 May 1997 01:11:34 -0400 (EDT)
  In a message dated 97-05-21 12:13:19 EDT, you write: << I have had my idle stabilizer, 1987 2.1l, unplugged for...
• Re: High Idle, Sometimes (NOT Idle Stabiliser Controller)
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 18 Dec 2002 09:29:36 -0600
  ...When cold the ISV circuit should kick the idle up to keep it from stalling, when warm, the idle should drop back to 850...
• Re: Idle issues
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Sun, 17 May 2020 11:43:14 -0600
  ...I have an ‘89 Westy and haven’t been able to feel the idle valve vibrating. I put in a new ICU that Peter...
• Re: Miss at idle?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 13 May 2016 17:05:21 -0400
  Is it a "miss" or uneven idle? On the Waterboxer misses at idle usually indicate a balance problem. The cylinders are not getting the...
• Help: '86 with erratic cold idle
  Historical mailing list - Eric Small
  Mon, 17 Jul 2000 23:34:24 EDT
  My '86 is suffering from an erratic cold idle. Shortly after starting the van the idle begins to alternately falter then stabilize repeatedly often...
• Re: Isolating an idle problem?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sun, 21 Dec 2014 19:57:08 -0800
  ...Isolating an idle problem? > > I've been seeing an intermittent low idle-sometime no idle with my Digifant > 84 van 92 rabbit/fox/Jetta...
• Re: Overheating at idle
  Historical mailing list - Jeff
  Wed, 13 Aug 2008 21:35:35 -0700
  ...Overheating at idle My '86 recently began overheating but only at idle...drive all day on the highway and it's fine, but stop...
• Re: engine surge on idle --- FIX
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 16 Apr 94 19:20:34 EDT
  I had this idle problem, was charged $600 w/o any results and was told it'd take another $800 (VW repair sucks) I...
• Re: Idle Control Valve '87 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Randy Herd
  Mon, 9 Apr 2001 11:58:02 -0600
  ...I cleaned mine out really good with brake cleaner and lightly oiled it which sort of solved the idle problem. After a few years...
• Idle Stabilizer question.
  Historical mailing list - Don & Christina Preston
  Tue, 17 Jul 2001 00:03:31 -0700
  So, I purchased a new Idle Stabilizer today. And tonight I was able to get my ETKA software installed. I am now confused. The...
• high idle.
  Historical mailing list - mdc
  Mon, 28 Apr 2003 21:04:07 -0700
  ...changed the idle control valve- can't be that. haven't checked the idle control sensor- could be that. tuned up with all new...
• '87 GL high idle problem
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:36:53 -0800
  ...Idles @ roughly 1200 on start-up, then idles around 2200 when fully warmed up. Any tips, tricks, suggestions or good-luck belly rubs on...
• idle question
  Historical mailing list - David E. Most
  Mon, 17 Jul 95 10:11:16 EDT
  ...However, during the first few minutes of operation, it will not idle and it stalls. Once it warms up a bit, it idles just...
• Re: Idle Stabilizer
  Historical mailing list - (Donna Cassano)
  Thu, 31 Aug 2000 12:26:43 -0400
  ...Idle Stabilizer > > > Does anyone know about what an idle stabilizer for a 2.1L cost?? > > > > Thanks > > > > Tim > > 87Wolfsburg > >
• Reference to Audi Idle Stabilizer
  Historical mailing list - John-Reed Maffeo
  Thu, 6 Jan 2000 16:59:42 -0700
  FWIW http://www.uvm.edu/~avangerb/Audi/Idle.html John-Reed Maffeo '86 Syncro - Glacie Mesa, AZ
• Re: low idle when AC compressor is on
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Sat, 10 Jul 2021 19:22:53 -0500
  Would this also be the culprit in my 85? When I’m park (but not drive) the idle increases to about 1500 then drops...
• Re: Idle gremlins still at play
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Tue, 10 Aug 2021 21:59:55 -0600
  ...Rinse >>>> and repeat. >>>>>>> >>>>>>> I unplugged the 12v from the idle control valve and the engine >>>> remained at idle. I removed the idle control valve...
• Re: Weird idle problem continues
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sat, 18 Oct 2014 13:19:54 -0700
  ...Weird idle problem continues High idle and timing defaulted is normal when temps is disconnected after engine running. That is part of the procedure...
• Re: 2.1L idles too high - I think I need a new throttle valve.
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Mon, 8 Sep 2003 07:14:04 -0400
  Dave, Swap out the idle control unit. This is the small box behind the right rear tail light. These must have a deault that...
• Re: Weird idle problem continues
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sun, 19 Oct 2014 08:59:06 -0400
  I have a '91 GL wbx that would not idle down until I swapped in a spare ECU. Is there anyone nearby that can...
• Re: Idle Stabilizer Unit Placement
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 24 Mar 2020 18:27:45 -0400
  ...replaced my idle air control valve, but > noticed the idle is still not performing correctly. > > He wants to install an idle stabilizer control unit...
• =?utf-8?Q?Idle=20control=20unit?=
  Historical mailing list - =?utf-8?Q?C=20Snyder=20?=
  Sun, 13 May 2012 02:36:36 -0400
  I just replaced the idle control unit in my 1987 2-wheel drive van and when I took out the old one, it was...
• Re: oil light on idle?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 27 Feb 1999 12:25:10 -0500
  ...oil light on idle? >Any thoughts? > >At idle and idle only the oil light comes on. The oil level is good. >The guy who...
• Re: still high idle and rough running at star-up
  Historical mailing list - Edward Duntz
  Sun, 30 Dec 2007 21:59:29 -0500
  > Ed,> That idle position switch is a touchy adjustment. Can you hear it clicking > when you open and close the throttle?> Ken Lewis> http...
• Re: Weird idle problem continues
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sat, 18 Oct 2014 15:16:32 -0700
  ...No matter what I've tried it will not idle, or idles at 2000 to 3500 rpm depending on whether the T2 sensor is...
• Cold idle problem
  Historical mailing list - Jerry Holland
  Sun, 10 Oct 2004 13:17:44 EDT
  When I first start my 90 Carat in the morning, it will sometimes refuse to idle without using the throttle pedal. This only happens...
• Re: Weird idle problem continues
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 18 Oct 2014 17:36:06 -0400
  ...Weird idle problem continues They go into a sheath and into the ECU. The fact that is still idles at 2000 with it disconnected...