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• Re: Wiring on power steering pump
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright, IS Manager
  Mon, 10 Feb 1997 20:14:29 -0800
  ...Bentley shows (page 97.125) both wires coming from the Idle Stabilizer Control Unit, which I think is in the pass side area where...
• Re: 85 1.9, won't idle in traffic
  Historical mailing list - MOST,DAVID
  Tue, 15 Aug 2000 16:02:42 -0700
  ...Though people told me it wouldn't fix the problem, I came across another '87 and borrowed its idle stabilizer valve. Upon installation, I...
• Re: Idle at 1900 rpm
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 30 Nov 2000 08:32:08 EST
  ...Finally it could be your idle stabilizer unit. I have these new for $25 each (for 1.9l Vanagons only). Hope this helps. Thanks...
• Re: 81 CA van, trouble setting the timing(automatic)
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 3 May 2008 12:14:55 -0400
  The idle stabilizer on that engine works by advancing the ignition timing when the idle goes too low. It needs to be bypassed to...
• Re: Idle Air Valve from a Jetta
  Historical mailing list - Tom Miller
  Wed, 11 Feb 2004 12:39:16 -0500
  I put my 92 Jetta 8v 1.8L idle stabilizer on my 89 Westy with no problems. Worked fine. TEMiller ----- Original Message ----- From: "EMZ...
• Looking for 2.1l engine complete in Florida area
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Tue, 7 Jan 2014 13:45:47 -0500
  I have a customer that needs a good, used 2.1l engine along with the wiring harness, ecu, distributor, idle stabilizer, idle air valve...
• Re: Idle control valve and very cold weather?
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Tue, 8 Dec 2009 20:15:30 -0800
  WBX Idle Stabilizer is fine at any temp, 1.9 and 2.1 both - but you have a non-standard engine so... On Tue...
• Re: Stalling at stop lights
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Mon, 25 Apr 2005 17:40:02 -0400
  While you have the idle stabilizer connected together, check your timing. I have found that timing that is off in the 1.9 can...
• Idle setting on '84 WasserBoxer (w DigiJet)
  Historical mailing list - Paul Henderson
  Wed, 20 Aug 1997 11:43:02 -0500
  ...The manual directs me to remove the idle stabilizer plugs, plug them together (done), then simply "adjust the idle". Could some kind soul tell...
• Re: Vanagons: How lumpy is your idle?
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 4 Jun 1996 09:51:22 -0500
  ...I've checked the idle stabilizer and it seems to be working. I assumed that the idle was normal. Colin A Moran If you...
• '87 2.1 Starting Problems
  Historical mailing list - Tom Salicos
  Tue, 31 Dec 2002 05:16:05 -0800
  ...Does this sound like an idle stabilizer problem? I can swap with my '87 if it's deemed to be a likely cause. Thanks...
• Testing some components
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Sat, 11 Jan 2003 11:51:19 -0500
  ...Regarding testing components that affect the idle: Idle stabilizer valve--Okay, it's buzzing and it's been cleaned. Is that a clear indicator...
• High Idle Solution!
  Historical mailing list - brad barcom
  Tue, 5 Feb 2002 18:53:38 -0500
  ...After ruling out the idle stabilizer valve, the idle stabilizer control unit, and the temp II sensor, I finally made my way to the...
• Re: '83 vanagon: shot control module?
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 22 Aug 94 15:05:27 EDT
  ...a faulty idle stabilizer and a collapsed hose running from the aux. air regulator to the bellows. The latter so I am told will...
• Re: Idle update/More bullshit.
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Wed, 22 Jan 2003 09:07:03 EST
  Speaking of Idle Stabilizer Control Valves, in a message dated 1/22/03 6:54:55 AM, RAlanen@AOL.COM writes: << Yes, absolutely yes...
• bad idle during warmup
  Historical mailing list - Bradley Flubacher
  Wed, 22 Nov 2000 08:04:54 -0500
  ...Can anyone recommend one way or the other with definite knowledge? Or maybe it's something else? (The idle stabilizer?) I've check both...
• Re: Idle Stabilization parts Costs Just dropped....
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Thu, 24 Feb 2011 17:09:09 -0600
  ...I find I > > apparently will need an idle stabilizer valve and the idle stabilizer > > control box that goes in front of the right hand...
• Re: Idle stablilizer system testing
  Historical mailing list - walter bahm
  Thu, 18 Jan 2001 12:16:38 -0800
  ...varys it can cause the module > to > > > cycle the stabilizer > > > valve and upset the idle speed causing your > symptom. > > > Also make certain > > > there are...
• orphaned wire in driver's side of engine compartment
  Historical mailing list - Mark McCulley
  Fri, 14 Aug 1998 19:32:26 -0700
  ...The wiring diagram in the Bentley manual indicates that this wire goes to the idle stabilizer control unit. Anybody know what the purpose of...
• Re: Idle Stabilizer System Delete. Cause Bog Off Idle?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sat, 11 Apr 2015 15:59:31 -0700
  ...http://vnc.thewpp.ca/stuff/bentley/ep0niks.ctech.ca/vw/eva2/FU01/ch6.3.3.html " If the idle stabilizer valve is diagnosed as...
• More on Hote/Warm Start
  Historical mailing list - jhlauterbach
  Fri, 23 Oct 1998 07:16:43 -0400
  ...Last night replaced Digital Idle Stabilizer and cleaned contacts. In process found that connection on Temp II was loose as locking snap on connector...
• Subject: Re: Idle Stabilizer Valve - Later UPDATE: problem *NOT*
  Historical mailing list - Clint Kolda
  Thu, 25 May 2006 06:18:23 -0700
  My idle switch clicks closed when the throttle is completely closed. I can not adjust it to open to the Bentley specs. The switch...
• Throttle body/idle stabilizer woes...
  Historical mailing list - Jesse and Monica Johnson
  Sun, 14 Sep 2003 18:05:08 -0400
  Hey Everyone, I am having two problems...first is...my idle stabilizer is not working...the valve itself has continuity between the terminals...but...
• WARM/HOT START PROBLEM
  Historical mailing list - jhlauterbach
  Wed, 21 Oct 1998 20:55:51 -0400
  ...Until this new problem started, I was having problem with fast idle after warm-up and have idle stabilizer and aux.. air regulator on...
• Rough Idle Help
  Historical mailing list - Michael Diehr
  Fri, 6 Aug 2004 13:18:39 -0700
  ...New cap, rotor, plugs & wires New AFM (rebuilt) New Oxy sensor New DIS (digital idle stabilizer) Adjusted valves Cleaned/adjusted Aux Air Valve Fixed...
• No idle/odd running.
  Historical mailing list - Brendan Slevin
  Tue, 9 Oct 2007 20:59:22 -0700
  ...I didn't disturb the idle stabilizer. other than disconnecting the vac lines from the intake. It is all back toether correctly. It is...
• Re: IDLE STABILIZER ???
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Sat, 10 Oct 1998 11:41:34 -0700
  ...02 PM -0500 10/9/98, KENWILFY@AOL.COM wrote: > >>The Idle Stabilizer is that little green box that is attached to the > driver...
• Air Flow Sensor
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 15 Feb 1995 19:15:28 -0500
  ...The mechanic said that the computer and idle stabilizer were fine. Does anyone have a used air flow box for a 1986 and up...
• Re: Definitive test for Hall > ECU?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 30 Oct 2007 06:49:13 -0400
  ...Free, too. > > Start by setting the timing, with the idle stabilizer bypassed, to 10* ATDC, > hoses attached, 950 rpm. You should be able to...
• Engine Dies update
  Historical mailing list - Stephen M Canapp
  Wed, 14 Feb 2001 10:29:04 -0500
  ...Looks Like Joel Walkers advice on the idle stabilizer valve sticking was my problem, I'll still check out the other suggestions. Thanks Again...
• Re: Diagnosing Idle stabilizer
  Historical mailing list - Larry and Avery Johnson
  Thu, 23 Jan 2003 17:30:47 -0500
  <<I wonder if there is a beefier power transistor that you could replace the BD438 with that would not be so prone to burning...
• Re: Idle Stabilizer
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Wed, 22 Jan 2003 07:22:43 EST
  In a message dated 1/22/03 1:05:32 AM, dbeierl@ATTGLOBAL.NET writes: << Solder joints have very poor fatigue resistance, and an...
• idle stabalizer plugs needed
  Historical mailing list - Greg Marshall
  Thu, 28 Mar 2002 17:58:51 -0500
  ...running so hot, and found that some PO had removed the idle stabilizer , plugs and all. I need a new one now, and I...
• Re: How to disconnect idle stablizer??
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 27 Sep 2000 15:01:14 -0500
  If you have an 86 or later van with the 2.1L engine, you can simply disconnect it right at the idle stabilizer which...
• Setting timing on '85
  Historical mailing list - Peter Krogh
  Fri, 28 Sep 2001 14:09:53 EDT
  ...Pull idle stabilizer plugs and plug together Pull distributor vacume lines Clamp induction wire on spark plug lead (which one) Shine on pulley. What...
• where did that wire go?
  Historical mailing list - steve vitale
  Tue, 18 Apr 2006 13:54:19 -0400
  there's a brown wire with yellow connector that hangs right above the thermostat housing that i believe is called a "Idle Stabilizer Control...
• Re: Recall for Fuel tank
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Fri, 11 Jun 1999 19:41:57 -0700
  ...the gas tank on my '87 > > Syncro Weekender sending unit and idle stabilizer had a recall. So, check > > it out with your local dealer...
• Re: More AFM/ECU reverse engineering results coming
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Wed, 20 Dec 2006 18:23:12 -0800
  All of the vanagons I have seen have the ECU under the rear seat, and the idle stabilizer behind the tail light. No big...
• Looking for wiring harness for 2.1l and other used parts.
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 28 Jan 2000 15:54:57 EST
  ...Wiring harness from a 2.1l engine Used idle air valve Used idle stabilizer unit (black box behind pass side tail light) Vanagon Owner...
• Re: Surging 1.9 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Mon, 2 Oct 2006 08:37:11 -0400
  Hi Lyle, Does the surging occur at idle or partial throttle? If at Idle it's a problem with the idle stabilizer circuit. Possibly...
• Re: Idle Control Whatzit
  Historical mailing list - Michael aka ECHO
  Tue, 10 Apr 2001 12:03:55 -0700
  ...Step one > for the CA emissions is to disconnect the idle control > stabilizer and plug the leads into each other. I look high > and...
• Re: can't find timing marks
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Fri, 11 Nov 2005 10:31:00 -0800
  ...Be sure to disconnect the Idle Stabilizer and reconnect the plugs to properly set the timing (at idle of course). When the timing is...
• Re: Idle Stabilization parts Costs
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 24 Feb 2011 13:00:46 -0800
  ...It uses the stock fuel rail but replaces the AFM, ECU, Idle > stabilizer, etc with a modern hot-wire fuel injection setup. > > For $600...
• Live nude ISCUs!
  Historical mailing list - Don & Christina Preston
  Mon, 28 Jan 2002 00:21:04 -0800
  That's right! I opened up my Idle Stabilizer Control Unit today (the one behind the right rear tail light) and snapped a couple...
• Re: Idle Stabilization parts Costs
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Fri, 25 Feb 2011 20:33:57 -0800
  ...Is anyone currently experimenting with, developing, playing > with, an alternative to the VW idle stabilizer control? Someone started > out that direction but haven't...
• Re: How Long Does it Take Your Van to Warm up? Cont.
  Historical mailing list - James Benthall
  Sun, 24 Apr 2005 02:23:28 EDT
  Hi Folks, Well I disconnected my Idle Stabilizer (the one that hooks to the firewall, not the one behind the r. tail light) since...
• Vanagon Syndrome cont...
  Historical mailing list - Keith Ovregaard
  Tue, 11 Oct 2005 19:06:04 -0700
  ...Fuel pump (original? no records from PO) makes normal buzzing Fuel pump relay Fuel pressure reg injectors PS pressure switch Idle stabilizer control unit...
• Help Major Surging
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Fry
  Thu, 19 Jul 2001 08:51:12 -0400
  ...Major Surging @ 3200+ rpms, Abnormally high idle at one point around 1700 rpm Fixes: Replaced Idle stabilizer (was having a problem with high idle...
• Re: Help Losing Idle!(still)
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 18 Feb 2003 13:09:18 -0600
  Matt Sutton wrote: > > -Running engine with ISV valve disconnected, along with the single > connector to the Idle stabilizer unit behind the tailight. Been this...
• Re: Van Stalls Easily when totally cold.
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 19 Sep 2008 21:10:32 -0700
  ...setting the warm idle rate to spec (850 rpms) with the adjustment screw > with > the stabilizer bypassed > a new idle stabilizer (needed one anyways...
• poor performance when hot
  Historical mailing list - Keith Adams
  Thu, 25 Jul 2002 23:19:23 -0600
  ...my idle stablizer valve unhooked at the moment (had a high idle) only to discover the control brain box for my idle stabilizer is...
• Re: running without idle stab unit
  Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
  Fri, 17 Feb 2006 09:34:25 -0500
  ...running without idle stab unit Nice thing about the idle stabilizer; it produces that surge of rpms when you first start the engine. This...
• 2.1 digifant MV engine Air Flow Sensor Wiring Harness 87 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Robert Steven Fish
  Mon, 25 Feb 2002 22:49:09 +0100
  ...I have now gone through the components which I think can be causing this, and have replaced the Idle Stabilizer Valve, the Idle Stabilizer...
• Fwd: Worse than Vanagon Syndrome
  Historical mailing list - Gil Ngai
  Thu, 13 May 2021 19:18:52 -0600
  ...Start and run Engine - greatly improved start and idle; Inspect: Engine idles quite well without assistance of Idle Stabilizer; Reconnect Idle Stabilizer; Fuel System...
• Re: It's time to hit that idle Stabilizer on the head!!!
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Mon, 3 Sep 2007 22:33:14 -0700
  ...how, exactly, does the idle control unit operate the idle stabilizer valve? Having but a voltmeter, I can only tell that it receives voltage...
• Re: what is with the plug
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 23 Aug 2000 00:08:40 -0400
  ...out the idle stabilizer circuit, which adjusts timing rev-by-rev to give a steady idle under varying loads. Because the idle stab. plays...
• Re: Another hesitation question....
  Historical mailing list - Mark Ingalls
  Fri, 9 Feb 2001 20:51:56 -0600
  The 1.9's do not have a idle contol valve. They have an electronic idle stabilizer on the west engine bay. They do...
• Re: Rough running till warmed up
  Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
  Mon, 20 Aug 2007 22:23:43 -0400
  ...Plugging >> them >> together bypasses the idle stabilizer so it won't fight idle >> adjustments >> made via the big screw in the throttle body. >> >> Don...
• Re: 84 Ignition Weirdness
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Fri, 8 May 1998 20:37:37 -0700
  ...Another possibility is the Idle Stabilizer Control Box on the left firewall. Mine tested OK at first, then intermittently - I eventually replaced it as...
• Re: Real starter problem solved, wiring harness needed - Short Version
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Sun, 13 Jul 2014 21:17:26 -0600
  ...I now need the main wiring harness that runs along the front of the engine compartment to the idle stabilizer, throttle switch, injectors and...