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• RE: Q's about your cruise control installation
  Historical mailing list - Michael A. Radtke
  Tue, 31 Dec 1996 14:23:08 -0700
  ...If radiation from your ignition system can affect the cruise at more than a few inches, you have an ignition wiring problem. In other...
• Re: Headlight help needed ASAP
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 11 Feb 2012 18:06:27 -0800
  The very common reason for this failure is a faulty ignition switch. your high beams most likely still work when you pull the stalk...
• Moosey Question for Electronics Weenies
  Historical mailing list - The Gunnings
  Wed, 14 Jun 2000 07:17:00 -0400
  ...I think this might have happened while trying to jump start a tired original starter and left the ignition on too long while distracted...
• Re: Key in power - no start situation
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Fri, 5 Nov 2021 01:24:31 +0000
  ...Could it be that the key is too worn and fails to make good contact, even with a new ignition switch? On Thu, Nov...
• Re: Ignition - 2.1L wasserboxer, 1991 Carat
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 28 Sep 2014 16:49:19 -0500
  ...I had new plugs >>> installed and went thru the entire ignition system and all ran perfect - >>> idle and at 3000 rpm per Tencent. Even...
• Re: Adding a Deep Cycle Battery and heavy duty relay
  Historical mailing list - Mark C
  Thu, 9 Nov 2006 09:51:53 -0800
  I thought that you were saying to wire this blue wire to a hot while ignition is on wire... is there a wire that...
• Wiring Troubles
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 16 Oct 95 11:15 CDT
  ...The length of that may determine how far away from the ignition switch the lighting switch can go. With LHD, the ignition is on...
• She runs!!
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 9 Nov 1995 16:17:53 -0600 (CST)
  ...I cranked the engine with the ignition disabled for about a minute. When I let go off the ignition key, the engine still kept...
• carb follies, vw content, no van content
  Historical mailing list - Pat
  Thu, 15 Oct 1998 00:58:46 -0400
  Bulley wrote: > >'cept your FI van won't typically backfire, as the FI is off when the >ignition is off. Unburned fuel in the...
• Re: 2.1 WBX Kicks Back on Shutdown
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Sun, 7 Sep 2014 20:54:58 -1000
  where is the ignition timing at ? On 9/7/2014 7:48 PM, Michael Magnani wrote: > Hi all, > A month ago I asked if...
• Re: locking gas cap
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Thu, 16 Sep 2010 17:55:38 -0700
  ...My '84 has a separate smaller Taylor A132 key marked "Fits VW Gas" and my '86 gas cap unlocks with the ignition key. On...
• Re(2): Re(2): Rough running when Hot
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 7 Jan 1997 14:52:55 -0500
  ...Just switching off the ignition and starting it right back up makes it run fine. Then, after maybe a minute or two, the rough...
• Re: Walker Super Turbo Muffler
  Historical mailing list - James Cohen
  Wed, 29 Apr 1998 11:07:34 -0600
  ...The stock muffler with it's straight through design is probably the LEAST restrictive part of the exhaust system! As for the Jacobs ignition...
• Re: New backup lights keep blowing the fuse !~~
  Historical mailing list - timking
  Thu, 10 Aug 2000 18:21:23 -0700
  ...Basically I was saying "be careful" 'cause all sorts of weird crap can happen when the key is in the ignition and the car...
• Re: ES-12 Refrigerant - Caution
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Fri, 28 Jun 2002 15:46:25 -0400
  ...its ignition temperature is 1585�F at both 5 psi and 0 psi (which is better than the DuPont R-134a's ignition temperature...
• re. BN2 heater info
  Historical mailing list - Gary Lee
  Sun, 20 Jun 2004 14:44:23 -0600
  ...It has a glow plug (>1970), but no spark ignition like the BN4. Use heavy gauge wire to supply the heater, it needs it...
• Re: Ignition switch - no start
  Historical mailing list - Eric Olson
  Tue, 5 Jul 2005 23:48:41 -0600
  ...wigging the key/ignition switch get you a start? Doesn't seem to be affected by any extra motion of the key itself. I...
• Name your price for used 85 1.9L parts!
  Historical mailing list - Weibel, Pius
  Mon, 28 Nov 2005 11:07:22 -0600
  ...assist pump ignition control module bleeder valve for coolant system (2) Coolant system hose brackets (each for 2 hoses) digital ignition stabilizer oxy sensor...
• Re: Weird electrical problem
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Mon, 30 Oct 2023 09:00:33 -0700
  thank you Dennis, Will a new ignition switch and a new headlight switch fix the problem? - or even a new contact ring? dan
• key buzzer
  Historical mailing list - Adam B
  Mon, 1 Dec 2003 01:45:22 EST
  My Vanagon does not have a buzzer for when the key is in the ignition. What steps could I take to determine the problem...
• Re: Electric problem in 2.1l
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 29 Jul 2009 10:41:55 -0700
  I don't think you'd be wasting money or time to replace the load reduction relay and ignition switch. that's not a...
• <No subject>
  Historical mailing list - d t
  Sat, 4 Nov 2000 03:23:17 MST
  ...if it's an external ignition cable or distributor problem). I tried to improvise an "ignition voltage sensor" by putting a Neon bulb next...
• Re: Ignition Lock...not switch
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Wilford
  Tue, 7 May 2002 08:12:28 -0400
  ...I have done this tons of times (I keep a spare ignition switch and key in my tool box in case I get a...
• Re: Sorta Scary Event
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 26 Feb 2011 12:54:56 -0600
  ...I suppose it could be Vanagon Syndrome - but I suspect it is more than likely the ignition switch - and I had the fore sight...
• Re: No Start 83.5: Fuel pump test?
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Mon, 16 Jul 2007 13:59:25 -0700
  ...This is from turning the ignition key on only, not cranking. I think you have a defective pump. Last time I unscrewed the screw...
• Re: Another D15 connector failure example- The fix!
  Historical mailing list - Gene P
  Sat, 26 Feb 2022 23:03:26 -0700
  I just noticed nobody answered that question “why isn’t the ignition circuit fused?”, so I’ll take a shot at it. Because if...
• Ignition switch -- bring out your Dead*
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 14 Nov 2010 01:47:13 -0500
  ...I'd like to dismantle some dead ignition switches to see if there are systematic failure points and to compare different brands If you...
• Re: Help! Electrical gremlins 87 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Fri, 17 Sep 1999 18:53:30 +0200
  ...Any thoughts? My first thought is that you need to get the electrical part of your ignition switch replaced. Next time this happens, try...
• Re: ECU and starting question
  Historical mailing list - most david
  Tue, 17 Jul 2007 14:27:08 -0700
  ...The wire that feeds power to the relay (which activates or deactivates the switch) is coming from the pin #4 of the transistor ignition...
• Re: Help!! in big trouble with Jetta GLi ignition system
  Historical mailing list - Dana Morphew
  Sun, 17 Mar 2002 17:09:58 -0800
  ...I have > never seen such a complicated ignition system before. > Are there any experts on the list that could shoot me some pointers or...
• Re: New battery is dead
  Historical mailing list - Cullen Stewart
  Tue, 2 Sep 2008 13:37:10 -0400
  I have re-routed the accessory lead for the head unit to the ignition switch so that the only power going to it is...
• Re: CA 81-83 air cooled Fuel Injection & Ignition System
  Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
  Tue, 24 Sep 2002 08:59:44 -0700
  ...A different ignition system is not going to make a significant difference. Save your money for a water-cooled conversion if you want to...
• Re: What coil part number for my van?
  Historical mailing list - Mike \"Rocket J Squirrel\" Elliott
  Mon, 22 Oct 2007 13:41:14 -0700
  ...Just a personal opinion, but I feel it has a > more positive connection for the ignition wires. > -- > Jim Thompson > 84 GL 1.9 "Gloria...
• Re: more dumb questions
  Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
  Tue, 4 Jan 2000 21:35:13 -0500
  ...The ignition control module is on the left hand (drivers side) of engine compartment just ahead of the idle stabilizer and the coil. It...
• Re: Regular maintenance list-contributions.
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Thu, 18 Sep 2003 21:50:01 -0500
  ...this was before electronic ignition) - replace fuel filter - check tension of v-belts; adjust as necessary - check engine idle speed; adjust as necessary - on...
• update:no power to auxillary air valve
  Historical mailing list - Jake Beaulieu
  Sat, 13 Aug 2005 17:43:59 -0500
  ...I did a > full troubleshooting of the ignition and fuel injection system this morning > and > narrowed the problem down to the auxillary air regulator...
• Re: first drive with all the gauges(temps on 70 westie)
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 21 Jun 1995 15:10:19 -0400
  ...I found the wire that is turned on by the ignition and the wire to the instrument panel lights that gets dimmed by turning...
• Re: Syncro water proofing
  Historical mailing list - Harry Yates
  Wed, 27 Aug 1997 13:11:06 +0000
  ...Harry. > Does anyone know if the Syncro had anything extra done to the ignition > to water proof it? I figure if VW took the...
• It is starting again! Thanks!!!
  Historical mailing list - Nitaino
  Sat, 18 Jul 1998 20:39:28 -0400
  ...I ended up replacing the cable from the auto shifter to the starter (ignition cable) with a 12g cable. One replaced, I found a...
• intermittent electric window
  Historical mailing list - James Creech
  Tue, 17 Oct 2000 09:35:06 -0400
  ...However, turning off the keyed ignition switch, then back on (sometimes several times), usually makes the window switches operative again - don't know if...
• Towing warning from Bentley for Digifant, maybe for Digijet
  Historical mailing list - Sam Walters
  Wed, 9 Jun 2004 14:43:19 -0400
  ...the ignitions system or are suspected of having one, may only be towed with the connector from terminal 1 of the ignition coil (green...
• Re: 2.1L ignition/FI woes!!
  Historical mailing list - Mountaineer
  Tue, 29 Nov 2005 17:50:21 -0500
  ...2.1L ignition/FI woes!! >I dont know the 2.1 I do however,feel your pain,or is it your friends pain > I...
• Re: No spark, help
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Mon, 31 Jul 2006 16:18:57 -0400
  One thing that can cause this is a bad ignition switch. I've even known of them working if the key isn't turned...
• locking gas cap
  Historical mailing list - David Klein
  Thu, 16 Sep 2010 14:19:25 -0700
  My 87 Westy 2WD had same key for ignition and gas cap. It was a canadian model. Not sure if there is key difference...
• Re: No start, no spark
  Historical mailing list - Robert Fisher
  Tue, 13 Jul 2010 04:33:48 -0700
  --snip-- What David said - replace that ignition switch pronto. --snip-- They're cheap. Buy two and keep one for a standby. Cya, Robert
• 85 Ignition Timing?
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 29 Mar 1997 09:25:13 -0600
  Can anyone please tell me what my timing should be set to? I don't think the dealer set it corectly. 85 vanagon panel...
• anyone know the number for MSD auto products in CA??
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 26 May 1999 05:40:01 EDT
  anyone know the number, or email address for MSD automotive products in CA? (not MSD ignition) thanks chris
• Re: Paging VW Van Full Timers
  Historical mailing list - Gnarlodious
  Sat, 5 Oct 2002 10:37:12 -0600
  Sounds good except, uhhh, what is "Full timing"? Is it like, an ignition problem? -- Rachel http://www.Gnarlodious.com/Vanagon/Vanagon.html
• ignition timing
  Historical mailing list - Sidney White
  Fri, 16 May 2003 15:36:53 EDT
  I have the Bentley but dont understand how to check my timing now that I have disturbed the distributor, archives are down. Sidney in...
• Re: Camper Ventilation
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 29 Jul 2001 22:53:51 -0400
  ...But, I don't really like turning on the ignition for this. I want to make the heater blower accessible without the ignition key...
• Re: Idle stabilizer
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 12 Jan 2002 19:16:39 -0500
  ...It also has an idle stabilizer, a purely electronic device consisting of a small green or black box that plugs into the ignition harness...
• Re: Ignition/starter switch failures
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Thu, 14 May 2015 16:04:49 -0400
  ...Speaking of these ignition switches, we currently have the OEM German ones on sale for $14.95: http://www.busdepot.com/171905865 > Regardless of...
• Re: '86 GL electrical (sound system) question
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Fri, 24 Feb 2006 00:12:09 -0500
  Vanagons do have the "key in ignition" circuit. As I recall, it's a gray and black wire. If you're concerned that that...
• Time Delay LED Lighting Circuit
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Mon, 31 Jul 2017 11:54:38 -0700
  ...uF (or similar) cap and installing the push button near the ignition tumbler. (I'd thought to tie it to the Su circuit but...
• Re: radio
  Historical mailing list - Jeffrey Vickers
  Mon, 26 Dec 2011 11:05:23 -0800
  ...radio > > a handy thing to remember is for radios that like an accessory > position on > the ignition switch ..that vanagons don't have .. > is...
• Re: Engine electrical power requirements?
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Fri, 21 Aug 2009 08:46:52 -0700
  ...The ECU powers the injectors and in a 2.1 also has the ignition circuit. In the 2.1 it gets hot so clearly...
• Re: Ignition Switch & CV question
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 11 Nov 1999 11:07:37 -0800
  ...Get the KYB shocks from the Bus Depot along with the Haynes manual which will show you how to replace the ignition switch (you...
• new ignition install but still no spark.
  Historical mailing list - philip key
  Mon, 12 Aug 2002 13:04:56 -0700
  ...I installed a new ignition coil but I still have no spark. Everything else seems to be in place and I can't figure...
• Re: Out go the lights Yikes!
  Historical mailing list - Blaine Bachman
  Tue, 24 Sep 2002 13:07:48 -0400
  ...Did you inadvertently bump the ignition key? As time passes, the springy-ness of the switch can fade making it easy to have the...
• What ground are there to check? Was still running rich..
  Historical mailing list - jesse johnson
  Sat, 13 Dec 2003 09:25:54 -0500
  ...So i have checked almost every piece of ignition and injection that would cause a rich running condition. Have checked and cleaned the grounds...