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• Bucko update
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Fri, 29 Nov 2002 12:32:52 -0800
  ...Refreshing my memory and yours on verses from the Bosch Fuel Injection book, all indicators point to the AFM. So, all of mine must...
• Re: hesitation
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Tue, 27 Nov 2001 13:39:13 -0500
  I would second the AFM. Spring for a new one if you can afford it. They wear out in the tracks where you use...
• Re: 83 h20 fuel injection problem
  Historical mailing list - Karl Bloss
  Wed, 23 Sep 1998 09:36:57 +0000
  ...In addition, you can select voltage outputs from temp 1(inside AFM), temp 2, O2 sensor, battery voltage, and AFM. The O2 sensor should...
• Re: capacitor fix
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Sat, 14 Aug 1999 01:38:51 -0500
  ...electronic cleaner at the FLAPS, carefully remove the cover of your AFM (it is siliconed closed from the factory), and spray liberally. Move the...
• Anybody Ever Replace Digijet/Digifant FI with CIS?
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Sun, 19 Dec 1999 18:43:04 -0600
  ...Increasing/improving airflow will only make the system run lean, as the vane-type AFM reaches it's ability to meter air at aprox...
• 85 1.9L problem (was: HELP ME!!!)
  Historical mailing list - Dave C
  Fri, 25 Feb 2000 19:46:08 -0500
  ...splice-it type) -Check for "flat spots" during operation of the AFM flap (See bentley for pins to bridge and resistance values to observe...
• Re: AFM optical pick up
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 10 Feb 2024 18:18:19 -0800
  Hey isn’t zolo in California? Is it him? Good guy Ab > On Feb 10, 2024, at 16:04, OlRivrRat <OlRivrRat@comcast.net> wrote...
• Re: Cold Idle Problem
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 8 Sep 2017 00:57:22 -0400
  ...Temp-I is inside the AFM and measures air temperature. They have identical resistance vs temp curve. Yrs, d
• 1.9 and 2.1 Parts Interchangability
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Stewart
  Tue, 26 Sep 2006 12:30:46 -0400
  ...Will everything from the 1.9 (dist.,alt,AFM,etc.) swap over to the 2.1? Thanks, Jeff Jeff Stewart fonman4277@earthlink.net EarthLink...
• FS 85 GL
  Historical mailing list - Craig Clark
  Mon, 15 Jan 2001 16:11:38 -0500
  ...New 2nd gear, new sycronizers, new AFM, no rips in carpet or seats. AC compressor needs rebuilt. No A/C Motor does not run...
• FS 87 2.1 Motor
  Historical mailing list - Dan Winget
  Sun, 21 Oct 2001 17:55:01 EDT
  ...This encludes the Motor,ecu,afm, a complete overhaul gasket set the wiring harness. I just ticoizes my westy. any interest let me know...
• Resetting ECU - what problems does this fix?
  Historical mailing list - Keith Adams
  Tue, 2 Sep 2003 10:51:28 -0400
  ...So what all symptoms are temporarily fixed by re-setting the ECU? - AFM problems - O2 sensor - dead ECU What else? Keith Adams calgary.ab...
• IT is still bucking ...
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan
  Mon, 31 Jan 2005 18:44:57 -0800
  I did clean the graphite strip with an electric cleaner spray, I changed the AFM with another that was also cleaned, I put that...
• Re: stalling after engine cleaned
  Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
  Tue, 22 Feb 2005 19:05:05 -0500
  ...Maybe the AFM spring has weakened causing the engine to run rich. I would also check the TEMPII sensor at operating temperature. Ken Lewis...
• Is it normal...
  Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
  Wed, 15 Feb 2006 21:18:48 -0500
  to have oil inside the AFM body? I just took mine apart to fix vacuum leaks and found oil all over the place. Shouldn...
• 87 idle CO/richness adjustment
  Historical mailing list - Steve Blackham
  Fri, 27 Apr 2001 21:05:04 -0600
  ...My problem is that I couldn't get the idle setting under 1.2% by adjusting either the AFM idle mixture screw or the...
• Re: HOW DO I CHANGE TPS?
  Historical mailing list - John Wallace
  Thu, 7 Jul 2005 07:46:46 -0400
  ...Checked the ohms resistance across the 4 contacts on the AFM and they appeared to be within range accoding to Haynes manual. Then checked...
• Re: FI mixture adjust?/ Running Rich
  Historical mailing list - David R. Paterson
  Mon, 8 Feb 1999 07:20:31 -0500
  ...I have installed all new sensors, AFM, checked, cleaned and reconnected all grounds. After I installed the AFM she ran great for about two...
• Re: AFM and idle issue
  Historical mailing list - Skip Laubach
  Sun, 24 Sep 2023 08:07:32 -0500
  ...Have not tried the spare AFM. Have not determined source of vacuum leak (if that is the cause of the “searching idle” - variable rpms...
• Re: Surging Idle fixed! / High O2 sensor readings
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Mon, 10 Jan 2000 04:06:10 -0600
  Hi Gary, If not the afm then the temp 2 sensor. Also check the grounds on the left head and the ones on the...
• van running rich- running out of ideas to fix
  Historical mailing list - William Dummitt
  Mon, 1 Jun 1998 10:23:22 -0400
  ...It also had a bad afm. I installed a converter and oxygen sensor and a good afm ( works fine if I swap it into...
• Re: Idle problem/digitool readings
  Historical mailing list - Mike Miller
  Sun, 20 Jul 2003 10:44:59 -0700
  ...AFM 1.57-1.81, Batt 12.57 >> >> AC off >> >> FP light flickers >> >> Temp 1 .49, Temp 2 .07, O2 .18-.67, AFM 1...
• Failed emission test
  Historical mailing list - William
  Wed, 1 Jun 2011 09:47:30 -0600
  ...Now I suspect the AFM. Many years ago(15) I had idle problems and the mechanic determined the spring in the AFM was worn...
• My AFM died
  Historical mailing list - Mark A Kippert
  Fri, 5 Mar 2010 11:40:48 -0500
  ...After going through a number troubleshooting checks and getting nothing, I disconnected the AFM and it started right up. Plug it in, nothing, unplug...
• Re: Update on AFM testing procedure
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 5 Jul 2014 12:09:54 -0400
  ...Our AFMs are big and heavy and move around like crazy. The wiper was designed to run dry (I believe. I don't think...
• Re: AFM photos
  Historical mailing list - Randy Herd
  Thu, 22 Feb 2001 07:09:36 -0700
  I don't know if the AFM voltage specs are published or even necessary to know. A changing resistance provides the ECU with the...
• Re: Type I thermostat (need union nut)
  Historical mailing list - jake beaulieu
  Mon, 24 Oct 2005 09:13:44 -0500
  ...One cause of this is simply the effect of time and use on >the >AFM. The AFM in these things has an air-vane...
• Re: New engine start-up, help a brother out
  Historical mailing list - Motlagh, John N [GMG]
  Sun, 24 Aug 2003 16:10:37 -0500
  ...New engine start-up, help a brother out Thanks for the tip!! I got the coil thing, what's an AFM, will I know...
• Re: stumbling problem - 90 GL
  Historical mailing list - David Katsuki
  Sun, 7 Mar 1999 21:18:19 -0500
  Willie, Your symptoms exactly match the symptoms for the AFM problem/fix. It usually only manifests after some period of highway driving (relatively constant...
• Re: cutting out bottom of airbox to increase air intake and add HP
  Historical mailing list - 1speedsteed
  Wed, 24 Dec 2003 10:15:09 -0700
  ...N > filter to the AFM? Of course you would have to fabricate a bracket/adapter > to hold up the AFM. Hmmmm...... > > Ken Lewis > 86...
• Re: Starts then dies. What to check?
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Thu, 26 Jul 2012 15:51:18 -0700
  Yeah, it was late when I sent that! I've often run in test mode with just the AFM hanging off the intake pipe...
• Re: Low power 1 min after start?
  Historical mailing list - Rubatoguy
  Wed, 9 Jun 1999 20:36:10 -0700
  ...I spent last weekend making sure all the clamps on the afm were tight, and cleaned it out with electrical cleaner. In addition, I...
• Re: AFM wire harness...
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Thu, 1 Dec 2016 11:06:10 -0800
  ...have this 1985 van, WBX 1.9 with a very bad AFM wiring harness - and I am > looking for a used one or a...
• Re: Doing a 1.9l to 2.1l swap
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 3 May 2000 22:34:35 -0400
  ...You should be able to mount the 1.9 AFM on the 2.1 air box using an adapter plate. I kinda think the...
• Re: Help Losing Idle!(still)
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 18 Feb 2003 12:57:43 -0600
  ...He ........felt it was AFM oriented. Matt, There is the big clue. You may very well have a problem somehow related to the infamous...
• Re: headlights with relay setup are inop
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 21 Jul 2013 19:56:45 -0400
  ...are inop" suddenly >become "How easy is it to replace the AFM?" > >This is really annoying! Just what Bill said. To actually start a...
• Re: excellent afm article on the samba
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Thu, 24 Sep 2009 12:00:20 -0500
  Even I can follow that. Very cool to see it as it happens. Michael in San Antonio 91GL AT 'Gringo' 73 Beetle On Thu...
• Re: Bucking Fixed by removing AFM harness
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 27 Oct 1999 10:45:34 EDT
  My only guess is that the muffler may have been defective from day one. Perhaps a baffle came loose internally and was moving around...
• AFM connector syndrome fix install?
  Historical mailing list - Chris Wyatt
  Sun, 19 Jan 2003 20:09:33 -0900
  Hi Volks-- If you're familiar with the pigtail fix for Vanagon syndrome, please send me a quick description of the installation procedure. It...
• 89 Wolfsy
  Historical mailing list - Ed Hinchey
  Sat, 10 May 2003 23:00:42 -0400
  ...Anything besides Vanagon Syndrome (has AFM harness patch)that I should be aware of? Ed 84' Westy
• Re: AFM SWITCH Re: FIRE!!! (True story from this morning)
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 28 Jan 2000 19:28:56 -0500
  ...FIRE!!! (True story from this morning) > Andy- > > You are absolutely correct about the AFM switch. The fuel pump should not > be able to run...
• Re: Engine Starting Problem
  Historical mailing list - Steven Shelton
  Mon, 24 Feb 2014 09:55:23 -0500
  ...Is there anything I can >> do >> to try to get this one working or is it time to buy a rebuilt AFM? >> > >
• Re: I have a gas puzzler..
  Historical mailing list - Alfred Bagdan
  Sat, 2 Oct 1999 11:00:15 -0600
  ...The AFM ran the 1.8 just fine. There is none of the bucking symptoms RK15AsSW9> as associated with a bad AFM.Why does...
• More stalling troubles (long)
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 8 Jun 1999 17:48:03 GMT
  ...I've read through the archives about the dreaded 'Vanagon Syndrom' and am aware of the auxilliary wiring harness (PN 025906302) for the AFM...
• '85 GL-Loss of power/fuel economy
  Historical mailing list - Douglas Miller
  Thu, 17 Aug 2000 14:58:00 EDT
  ...I've read correspondences of loss of power pertaining to busted oxygen sensor wires, AFM's, and AFC harness fix. If anyone can help...
• Running Rich
  Historical mailing list - Mark G
  Sun, 16 Nov 2003 20:13:08 -0500
  ...They said the AFM was bad (fortunately, I had a spare.) They are convinced that the spare AFM fixed the problem, but the van...
• Re: Vanagon Syndrome Fix: 10 Volt Capacitor OK?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 12 Jun 2012 09:55:34 -0700
  ...I soldered two 10uf caps to the AFM internal connections. Tricky so end result not 100% I'll either remove the connector terminals, piggy...
• Re: The "Other" Vanagon Syndrome, Part II
  Historical mailing list - tom ring
  Mon, 29 Sep 2003 18:45:51 -0600
  I am less experienced than many on the list when it comes to the AFM, but I am experienced in electronic parts wearing out...
• Re: Vanagon Gas Mileage GINA
  Historical mailing list - Debi Webi
  Sun, 17 Oct 1999 13:55:13 -0700
  ...and the O2 sensor (twice), I CAREFULLY popped the cap off the AFM and sprayed electronic cleaner on the wiper blade IN the AFM...
• Re: Start-Stop Syndrome Returns [addt'l-addt'l info]
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Sat, 18 Aug 2012 14:07:38 -0700
  ...My van already has the capacitor across the AFM wiper fix. But the fuel pump & filter are definitely worth looking at here. -- Jack "Rocket...
• Boxer electronics options?
  Historical mailing list - dahn van laarz
  Sun, 1 Feb 2009 20:34:09 -0800
  ...I'm admittedly naive in this area but there must be something out there that would be an upgrade to replace the AFM, ECU...
• [Fwd: intake manifold vacuum?]
  Historical mailing list - Randolph Feuerriegel
  Sun, 6 Sep 1998 01:11:01 -0700
  ...It is about 6" long, attaches to the afm harness just before the box. There is also a 2.00 fix involving a small...
• Re: High altitude power loss
  Historical mailing list - The Gunnings
  Mon, 24 Jul 2000 08:14:42 -0400
  ...And the new IPL that I am experiencing, which is not solved by restarting the engine, is not being caused by the new AFM...
• Running Rich??
  Historical mailing list - Warren Chapman
  Wed, 11 Apr 2001 07:57:39 -0400
  ...Have swapped ECU and AFM with no success. Need suggestions for fix. Thanks in advance. Warren C.
• Friday Fun: Human powered Vanagon movie
  Historical mailing list - Steve Gough
  Fri, 23 May 2003 11:49:28 -0700
  ...Rickshaw Vanagon," featuring my wife Kate and a wisecracking, high-toned AFM in the engine compartment. www.emriver.com/rickvan.htm It's 3...
• Re: Inside the Air Flow Meter / AFM
  Historical mailing list - Tim Schneider
  Fri, 21 Dec 2007 16:50:36 +0000
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• AFM issues
  Historical mailing list - Paul Wyand
  Mon, 3 Oct 2005 13:50:23 -0400
  ...When I test the AFM with a meter it seems like the resistance goes up from 500 to around 1500 then starts to go...
• Re: 2.1 Syncro; Failed Emissions "Say it isnt so Joe:" :o)
  Historical mailing list - Jack R.
  Sat, 18 Oct 2008 18:29:20 -0400
  ...Check for air leaks by the intake, and the AFM. If all is fine, then adjusting the AFM, or trying a near by friend...
• Re: Alternative Mounting of AFM and Air Filter Box
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Mon, 20 Jun 2011 19:28:55 -0500
  ...Does anyone know of a good alternative method to secure the > > AFM/Air-Filter box so it doesn't move around. That factory mount...
• Re: Bucko update
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Fri, 29 Nov 2002 17:30:05 -0800
  ...I just finished swapping a AFM from a friends vanagon- still the same. I thought so. > Not an AFM problem. > I The one thing...