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Re: Idle stabilization control question
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Sat, 10 Mar 2007 00:28:00 -0600
...I had even more driveability issues. > -adjusted and checked throttle position switch > -cleaned idle stabilzation control valve with carb cleaner and > verified that its...
A new Adventure on the way to the Audi 2.0 Turbo - or pulling gears
Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
Sat, 7 Jul 2001 00:32:31 EDT
...I'm switching to an all Saab/Bosch engine management system for engine and turbo control. This means LH-Jetronic ECU and fuel injection...
Comments on LED Wiring, was Re: LED's on the dash
Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
Wed, 3 Apr 2002 17:01:46 EST
...There cover views of the front of the clock/idiot light cluster as well as my location of the AF gauge, the Vacuum, CHT...
Re: WTB: EVAP charcoal canister
Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
Fri, 22 Aug 2014 13:24:16 -1000
...Subaru by vacuum switching valve . and it can be plumbed and controlled like it was on a vanagon. a few interesting things I've...
Re: Still running like crap, the saga continues
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
Wed, 5 Mar 2008 14:20:07 -0800
Just wanted to emphasize checking the throttle switch setting very carefully. I'd sure try another Air Flow Meter or two on it. I...
Persistent running rich problem finally fixed. Here's how.
Historical mailing list - Laurence Smith
Mon, 28 Jan 2002 01:04:01 -0500
...ignition switch (I was desparate) * continuity in ALL wiring was good * rebuilt throttle body & idle switch, cleaned idle stabilzer valve, checked all vacuum lines...
Re: New Vanagon Owner!
Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
Fri, 11 Jun 2004 08:48:31 -0400
...during those times you've lost power, have you tried removing the gas cap to see if a vacuum had formed in the tank...
Re: Now Preventative Maintenance, Was Do U carry spare ECU?
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Thu, 15 Apr 2010 14:41:59 -0700
...Most control and switching circuits were relays and many of the relays were open, not encased, like in cross bar switches. And regs at...
Re: clean & lube idle air control valve
Historical mailing list - Raymond Paquette
Mon, 17 May 2010 16:17:42 -0400
...The > controller see engine temperature(shared connection to Temp2 sensor with the > ECU), engine speed, throttle switch, and AC compressor on and power steering...
Re: hard starrting when warm
Historical mailing list - Clint Kolda
Sun, 8 Oct 2006 20:43:51 -0700
...Recently I've replaced all of the vacuum lines, cleaned all the grounds, replaced the fuel lines and filter, and installed rebuilt injectors. John...
Re: Short shift for 5 speed
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 29 Jun 2012 20:02:23 -0400
...micro switch ( VW Squareback has this too, but only in a 3 speed version ) on the shifter disengages a conventional clutch using vacuum ( I...
Re: cold run problems
Historical mailing list - Joe Romas
Wed, 22 Nov 2000 14:09:00 -0500
...within specs tests / adjustment (per Bentley) on throttle valve switch, idle speed control valve, air flow meter, temp 2 sensor (my testing on all...
Re: 83.5 Runs for about 4 seconds
Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
Mon, 1 May 2006 19:23:43 -0400
...I would also check and recheck all vacuum lines once you check them check them again if they are the braided style they crack...
Re: 87 2.1 dies after 30 seconds
Historical mailing list - Kevin Duvernay
Fri, 27 Feb 2015 16:31:51 -0600
...good >>>> throttle switch is adjusted good >>>> idle control valve and module are both good >>>> ECU is good >>>> the purple and white vacuum lines appear...
Re: Digijet rough/wandering idle and bucking at slower speeds
Historical mailing list - Skip
Fri, 27 Sep 2013 02:30:26 +0000
...This phenomenon occurred before my FI switch, so I believe it's unrelated to the new FI's. I didn't "slap" the dash...
Re: Digijet Idle Problems
Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
Tue, 12 Aug 2008 19:33:09 -0700
...I'm 99% sure the throttle idle switch is working properly. Oddly, this behavior seems worse at 5btdc than at 0. (I say oddly...
Re: [WetWesties] Flooring in back. Cont.
Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
Sat, 8 Jun 2013 12:26:00 -0700
...A whisk broom takes care of minor clean-ups and a car wash vacuum the major ones. By the way, my carpet is 4...
Re: noisy A/C compressor
Historical mailing list - G. Matthew Bulley
Fri, 5 Mar 1999 11:49:27 -0500
...Doesn't cost much, and a good AC guy can tell you EXACTLY what's up by reading the vacuum and pressure in the...
Re: Vanagon Carat - 1991
Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
Fri, 15 Oct 2021 20:02:29 +0000
...Next came replacement of leaking brake master cylinder and switches. Then came replacement of rear brake cylinders, brake shoes and bleeding of brakes. New...
133 mph WB?? BUNK!
Historical mailing list - James Cohen
Sun, 13 Dec 1998 03:37:31 -0500
...Did you test the Vanagon in a Vacuum? This is RIDICULOUS. The WB certainly can be made more effecient with your mods, and I...
Re: Low Top Speed - Help! (revisited)
Historical mailing list - gbasey
Fri, 10 Mar 2000 16:07:54 -0500
...A couple of you suggested the the full throttle switch. I tested it a few minutes ago and it responded as normal. I was...
Re: HELP! Super high idle!
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Thu, 20 Dec 2001 17:25:03 -0600
...I'd venture to say that the fast idle could be caused by a vacuum leak, a poor ground some place or even an...
Re: Complete Fuel injection system for 1982 Vanagon
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Tue, 7 Sep 2004 10:01:28 -0500
...Resistor Pack Wiring Harness AFM Cold-start injector Thermal time switch Various required vacuum hoses. We'll be sourcing our own fuel hose and...
Re: 84 running issue solved?
Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
Tue, 31 May 2022 20:45:39 -0400
...Last year I dealt with stalling issues and eventually found that the throttle switch was worn out. I replaced the throttle body with the...
Re: Diff Lock not going off (86 westy)
Historical mailing list - john cianci
Tue, 1 Apr 2003 19:44:14 +0000
...This seal was <DIV></DIV>>torn, so that the proper vacuum could not be <DIV></DIV>>maintained to disengage the diff lock...
Re: oil temp or oil pressure
Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
Sun, 18 Oct 2015 22:16:39 -0400
...In addition to the pressure/temp gauges, I added a vacuum gauge to see how little throttle I needed to push on to keep...
Re: '84 1.9: 3/4 power and running ugly
Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
Tue, 24 Aug 2004 11:29:52 -0700
...Last month, as i ascended Wyoming's Big Horn Mountains (up to 10000ft) , the engine switched from a smooth running hum to a rougher...
Re: Ebay:90 Syncro Crew Cab
Historical mailing list - David Marshall
Sun, 15 Jan 2006 22:10:17 -0800
...Rear plate holes are Euro plate spacing. Switch for the adjustable headlights - again Europe only. No vacuum sticker on the engine bay black box...
Dead Bus Report
Historical mailing list - Sean Bartnik
Mon, 3 Mar 97 14:02:50 EST
...SO, the "extra back-up light switch" was really the 4th gear sensor for this goofy system and that strange canister was the vacuum...
Fast Idle Fixed
Historical mailing list - Jon B Kanas
Wed, 25 Jul 2001 12:53:29 -0600
...I checked the idle switch on the throttle body, cleaned all connections, inspected for vacuum leaks and thoroughly cleaned the solenoid, to no avail...
Re: � � Re: � � � Expe riment (Musings)
Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
Tue, 27 Jul 2004 17:43:54 EDT
...a vacuum switch or an throttle switch might work > > steam powered vanagons I like it > > going faster miles an hour with the radio on...
Re: diagnostic help? running rich(?)...
Historical mailing list - Chris S.
Wed, 23 Jul 2014 18:57:32 -0400
...Oh yes....messing with the > throttle switches and the connections on the Temp II sender, that makes no > change in how it runs... > > Don...
Re: 84 Vanagon--Won't start at 40 degrees
Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
Sat, 9 Mar 2013 21:59:57 -0800
...and ..a remote starter switch .. when I'm working to get an engine running or working right ..it's just very handy to be...
RedTek and the Sight Glass
Historical mailing list - Mike Finkbiner
Thu, 29 Aug 2013 01:29:07 +0000
...like after switching from R12 to RedTek. I had the R-12 in my '87 Westy system removed and a vacuum pulled, then put...
Re: An intro and Throttle Body leak question
Historical mailing list - neil n
Wed, 16 Mar 2011 10:42:55 -0700
...I don't know Digijet much, but my guess is that if there's severe vacuum leaks, the engine management might be overcompensating (riching...
Re: Powerwashing FAIL
Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
Sun, 24 Jan 2010 09:06:01 -0800
...I did test the current to the TPS yesterday but I > did not measure resistance of the switch, only voltage to the switch. I...
87 Vanagon hesitation continues
Historical mailing list - Kay O Fremgen
Mon, 10 Aug 1998 01:40:45 -0400
...Why am I getting "negative" 0.1 volts for about 3 to 4 seconds? (using analog gauge need to switch polarity to measure negative...
Re: air conditioning
Historical mailing list - Warren Lail
Fri, 23 Jun 2006 19:59:44 -0500
...I connected my wiring and the radiator fan and blower turn on when I switch on the unit. I will be vacuuming down the...
Re: Idle stabilization control question
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Sat, 10 Mar 2007 07:13:30 -0600
...I had even more driveability issues. >> -adjusted and checked throttle position switch >> -cleaned idle stabilzation control valve with carb cleaner and >> verified that its...
Pressure Regulator/FI problems
Historical mailing list - Jeff Gilbert
Thu, 26 Aug 1999 05:40:59 GMT
...bar (psi) vacuum hose on pressure regulator: 2.2 (33) connected 2.5 (36) disconnected it does NOT makes it clear when the vacuum...
Re: Tuning by O2 Sensor
Historical mailing list - Steve Blackham
Mon, 19 Mar 2001 14:49:15 -0700
...The WOT switch does work! It goes to 0.9VDC when you floor it--with or without the O2 sensor connected. My conclusion is...
Re: More idle questions (no pun intended)...
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Mon, 22 Apr 2002 14:42:55 -0500
...The switch on the power steering utilizes the ISV to increase rpm when the limits of turning are reached and the pump loads up...
gas, spark, still no love
Historical mailing list - Matt Ratto
Wed, 4 Dec 2002 18:54:21 -0800
...Gas - Replaced leaky run between intake manifold and CIS fuel distributor, plugged holes in intake, put vacuum lines on. Pulled injector #1 and #2...
Re: strange idling behavior ? (long post with plenty of diagnostic hints)
Historical mailing list - neil N
Fri, 14 Nov 2008 18:43:53 -0800
...I'd check for a vacuum leak first. I don't know Digifant, but vacuum leak is my first thought. Also check out the...
Re: Iow idle problem follow-up
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Wed, 24 Dec 2014 11:27:28 -0500
...Since adjusting the closed throttle stop you should check to endure the throttle switch is still working. Yes your fuel economy is higher than...
Re: extreme idle from hell results...air flow meter!
Historical mailing list - Matthew C. Huntley
Thu, 10 Feb 2005 09:48:39 -0800
...Found and replaced 2 broken vacuum lines. Checked throttle switch per Bentley and found it to be ok. I have a nicely humming idle...
Re: Van wants to stall at start..but only sometimes
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 26 Aug 2016 17:25:18 -0400
...However, on one separate occasion she was running fine after being started and I switched into drive before she was warm and then the...
Re: Electrical Fire in the Engine Bay
Historical mailing list - Tom Lambas
Mon, 22 Aug 2011 16:36:11 -0500
...I immediately put it in neutral, turned off the AC, > recycled the ignition switch, but nothing happened. None of the panel > lights came on...
Favorite Modifications
Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
Fri, 2 Feb 2001 22:05:54 -0700
...VDO Vacuum gauge even has the orange and green marking like the tachometer, mounted in the brake/seatbelt light area above the headlight switch...
Re: '88 Westy Bucking / Stalling
Historical mailing list - Vanagon Man
Tue, 25 Aug 2020 08:32:52 -0600
...coming off of Highway to high RPM, you may have a vacuum hose leak. These braded hoses can easily crack, you may want to...
Re: Electrical Fire in the Engine Bay
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Mon, 22 Aug 2011 22:12:41 -0500
...I > immediately put it in neutral, turned off the AC, recycled the ignition > switch, but nothing happened. None of the panel lights came on...
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: does aux air reg affect idele after warm up 1.9
Historical mailing list - Scott
Tue, 10 May 2016 15:04:44 -1000
...I have the 1.9 with the two switches on > >> throttle body and they both are set correctly. The vacuum advance > >> works fine but...
Re: Idle issue? Any update?
Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
Fri, 22 May 2020 21:42:52 +0000
...2. Adding a vacuum accumulator (I got mine at Napa years ago) really makes a difference too for instant and assured engagement.3. Every...
anyone interested in a Baltimore '80 Vanagon L going soon
Historical mailing list - Wil Haslup
Sat, 20 Jan 2007 18:41:28 -0500
...In the past 7-8 years: -- I've had 3 CVs put in it. -- I put a starter/solenoid and ignition switch put in...
Re: vanagon Digest - 29 Jun 2012 - Special issue (#2012-424)
Historical mailing list - TJ Hemrick
Sat, 30 Jun 2012 13:59:54 +0430
...micro switch ( VW Squareback has this too, but only in a 3 speed version ) on the shifter disengages a conventional clutch using vacuum ( I...
Re: Are Today's Young People Mechanical Nitwits?
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Fri, 15 Aug 2008 09:46:40 -0400
...The testers were about the size of an open briefcase on a stand, big meter, bunch of dial switches, sockets for quad, octal, 7...
air cooled ignition distributor questions
Historical mailing list - Jonathan Poole
Mon, 23 Mar 2009 16:13:25 -0400
...As a result I switched to a different grease for the block so maybe that will help until I get this sorted out? When...
Re: Correct Gap of Sparks
Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
Fri, 21 Feb 2003 06:24:06 -0600
...These distributors had no vacuum > advance and > generally showed pretty accurate centrifugal advance curve, with a > single > kink, where the stiffer of two springs...
Re: An intro and Throttle Body leak question
Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
Wed, 16 Mar 2011 08:19:48 -0700
...There seems to > be a leak in the shaft of the Throttle body-- we switched it out with > another ( used) and it too leaks...