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• Re: Heh -- I'm such a ninnyhammer
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 3 Aug 2008 19:07:44 -0400
  ...now I know what a Vanagon runs like when the O2 >sensor is disconnected. Not very well at all. Nossir, it's pretty, pretty...
• Temperature sensor II in '77
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 11 Apr 1995 12:35:39 -0400 (EDT)
  Has anyone had experience with a faulty temperature sensor II on their Bus? Mine has been stalling after driving for maybe 15-20 miles...
• Re: Engine management (manual control of mixture)
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Sun, 16 Jan 2000 15:09:47 EST
  Fellow Suffragons; I have a hard time believing the O2 sensor only affects 1% of fuel management. I know for a fact that a...
• Re: Power loss when engine wet and cold
  Historical mailing list - Tom Forhan
  Fri, 12 Oct 2007 08:59:34 -0700
  I think next time I will just order the sensor with the factory matching loom, and avoid the splice issue entirely. Those connectors are...
• Re: Power loss when engine wet and cold
  Historical mailing list - TC
  Fri, 12 Oct 2007 08:20:42 -0700
  ...Power loss when engine wet and cold > I'll second the O2 sensor. Last winter we had exactly > the same symptoms, and were running...
• Re: Coolant light mystery
  Historical mailing list - Ed McLean
  Thu, 15 Sep 2022 12:08:09 -0400
  Maybe improper coolant concentration or old coolant sensor in the plastic coolant tank? I've tried cleaning the sensor pins with no success. Of...
• Re: ? O2 Sensor Heater Resistance ?
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Fri, 27 Jul 2001 16:48:56 EDT
  Does anyone know for certain the value of the cold resistance for the heating element of a KNOWN GOOD, AUTHENTIC VW O2 sensor for...
• Re: 3rd Party Temp.Gauge. Where to locate sensor???
  Historical mailing list - Hector Zapata
  Thu, 6 Jun 2002 20:36:44 -0400
  ...I carefully drilled the expansion tank and screwed the sensor using a small o-ring to seal it. Works great, no leaks. H�ctor
• Tuning with your O2 Sensor
  Historical mailing list - Mike Bucchino
  Mon, 18 Sep 2006 18:33:40 -0400
  ...http://www.cfm-tech.com/oxygen_sensor_tuning.htm Mike B.
• four wire O2 sensor.
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Lewis
  Wed, 20 Dec 2006 16:38:40 -0500
  I would like to try a four wire O2 sensor. Anybody have a part # for a generic unit that has worked for them? TIA...
• Re: ECU & Coolant Temp Sensor
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 11 Mar 2011 11:19:58 -0800
  hi, re Does the stock sensor give temperature readings to the ECU? I'm wondering if this is one of the reasons why my...
• Re: O2-sensor voltage problems '84 1.9L -- Help needed
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 23 Aug 2011 14:01:21 -0700
  ...O2-sensor voltage problems '84 1.9L -- Help needed > Here are the details. O2-sensor not connected. Voltage from O2-cable > coming from engine...
• =?UTF-8?Q?Re=3A_=E2=80=9CNew_temp_sensor_indicates_high=E2=80=9D_post?=
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Casal
  Wed, 2 Jun 2021 06:41:46 -0400
  Sweet!!! The world needs to know how crappy those temp sensors are a guy on fb was trying to tell people it’s the...
• Sensors, rough running and problems
  Historical mailing list - Blake Thornton
  Mon, 20 Aug 2001 11:45:52 -0600
  ...I thought I had this fixed by replacing the distributor (hall sensor problem), adjusting the timing and replacing the temperature sensors. These things helped...
• Re: Still doesn't add up, was: Re: [Syncro] Oil pressure mystery,resolved???
  Historical mailing list - Ben McCafferty
  Tue, 1 Oct 2002 09:57:40 -0600
  ...I > changed it to the correct sensor and it's fine. If they put instead of a > 0.9 bar sensor a 1.4...
• Re: Generic, three wire, O2 Sensor choice for digifant?
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Wed, 30 Jun 1999 20:30:50 -0500
  Hi Ken, I have used the 3 wire o2 sensor for 88 3.8 tarus on a 2.1L in a bind and it...
• Re: O2 readings
  Historical mailing list - Chad Morris
  Thu, 11 Sep 2003 14:10:37 -0600
  ...I did, however also take a measurement with the O2 sensor disconnected and it measured generally about the same, between .81 and .89 volts...
• Oil light/buzzer on, but was actually dirty contacts
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mancuso
  Wed, 9 Apr 97 08:26:17 -0400
  ...After the panic attack, I noticed that a) it only went on over 2,000 rpm (so it was the .9 bar oil sensor...
• Re: flashing light on temp gauge
  Historical mailing list - Richard Brassaw
  Mon, 7 Apr 2003 12:23:27 -0700
  ...The symptoms that he describes are identical to what I experienced and it definitely was the sensor. Of course, it could be something else...
• Re: How to remove O2 sensor
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Thu, 1 Oct 2015 11:57:25 -1000
  ...Is there a better way to remove the sensor? Should I use my touch to heat the sensor ? Any ideas would be great. I...
• AFM vs. Mass Airflow - just wondering
  Historical mailing list - Gary Stearns
  Wed, 6 Sep 2000 18:01:02 -0400
  I have seen kits to convert Japanese and other high volume cars from "vane type" air flow sensors as in the Vanagon, to heated...
• Re: Speed sensor
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Wed, 28 May 2003 23:48:56 EDT
  In a message dated 5/28/03 9:15:32 PM, gilles.turmel@SYMPATICO.CA writes: << Is the speed sensor signal to the ECU...
• Re: O2 Sensor?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 26 Apr 2009 20:33:37 -0400
  ...Checked the voltage output from the O2 >sensor (disconnected) and just wildly varies from about .05V to about .15V, >nowhere near the .45V ish...
• O2 Sensor Readout
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Tue, 12 Nov 2002 10:33:20 -0500
  I am thinking about running two wires to the front to a digital voltmeter from the O2 sensor. If I looped the signal from...
• Re: 87 wolfsburg runs then dies
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Mon, 28 Feb 2000 12:35:20 EST
  ...Unplug the sensor, then see if it still stalls. Most likely TEMPII sensor is mis-reading at operating temperature. At 194�F the sensor...
• oil temp sensors
  Historical mailing list - Jason Willenbrock
  Thu, 16 Mar 2000 20:53:23 EST
  hey all, anybody out there with an aircooled van that has installed an oil temp sensor or any type of sensor to determine engine...
• "Maybe" some progress towards remedying my
  Historical mailing list - Colin Moran
  Mon, 18 Mar 2002 15:14:12 -0600
  ...There are three wires to the hall effect sensor. I had problems in wet weather with my van bucking. It slowly got worse. It...
• Re: Temp 2 Sensor replacement
  Historical mailing list - Allan Bagley
  Tue, 28 May 2002 17:27:33 -0700
  ...I replaced the temp II sensor from above. A little rectangular, open at one end, wire clip holds the sensor in. I was able...
• Re: 87 2.1 dies after 30 seconds
  Historical mailing list - thewestyman
  Sun, 1 Mar 2015 16:47:35 -0800
  ...It was in fact the O2 sensor ground wire (green slightly > larger gauge wire). Someone had mistakenly plugged it into the unused > spade > connector...
• Chasing Surge
  Historical mailing list - Bob Whitby
  Fri, 3 May 2002 10:37:03 -0700
  ...No 02 sensor = smooth idle. Another strange thing: I'm getting really high readings off my 02 sensor, like .9 or above. Small fluctuations...
• Re: running problems, 2.1
  Historical mailing list - J Roth
  Wed, 18 Jan 2006 19:34:19 -0600
  ...By looking at the O2 monitor I could see the signal from the sensor to the ECU was hovering in the middle of the...
• Re: Question about temp II sensor and bad running
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 11 Sep 2008 14:02:53 -0700
  there's two levels of new 02 sensor....... there's OE .....in which you get the connector plug ........those can be as high as...
• Re: Engine overheating - Need Advice
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 18 Feb 2005 12:41:00 -0600
  ...Warmed up the engine and bang, the sensor blew out again. Upon checking, it was obvious that the threads on the sensor and tank...
• O2 sensor clarications
  Historical mailing list - Mark Keller
  Sun, 4 Feb 2001 13:38:21 -0700
  ...The ECM does not need the O2 sensor in order to set a fuel mixture that is adequate. The O2 sensor, in my opinion...
• Re: ECU question
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 7 Feb 2004 11:19:33 -0500
  This type problem is almost always related to the O2 sensor circuit. Does your sensor have the heat shield/deflector in place? Is the...
• Re: Cat Bypass Pipe "pros & cons"
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Thu, 16 Apr 2015 21:05:45 -0700
  ...Or all the cars > that use a second O2 sensor AFTER the cat. > > Richard >
• Re: Catalytic converter options
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 2 May 1996 22:48:30 -0400
  ...Includes O2 sensor plug for use on earlier vehicles that have sensor in pipe. This one costs about $140.00 Hope this helps all...
• Re: I4 conversion speed sensor
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Sun, 22 Sep 2002 10:27:15 EDT
  In a message dated 9/21/02 1:03:32 PM, stcullen@TELOCITY.COM writes: << The Vanagon ain't got no speed sensor. >> I...
• Re: Oxygen Sensor Recommendations for 83 WBX
  Historical mailing list - Robert Cardo
  Wed, 13 Oct 2004 00:21:25 -0500
  Do yourself a favor and buy the oxy sensor with the connector's and the wires attached. It will cost one heck of a...
• O2 sensor replacement
  Historical mailing list - Jim Maginel
  Mon, 12 May 1997 10:04:36 -0500
  The current O2 sensor in my '85 has one wire--can it be replaced with a 3-wire, and if so, what do I...
• o2 sensor not there
  Historical mailing list - Skip
  Tue, 10 Oct 2000 22:47:01 -0400
  I dont have an O2 sensor. The hole for it is welded shut. Should I put one in? If I dont? Thanks for all...
• Re: 1988 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Phil Zimmerman
  Wed, 12 Nov 2003 14:55:07 -0800
  ...O2 Sensor and/or Temp-II Sensor. Bentley covers the operational checks for both these parts. Good hunting to you. Phil Z.
• Stubborn oxygen sensor
  Historical mailing list - mordo
  Sun, 11 Nov 2007 18:46:53 -0500
  ...I sense a new O2 sensor in my future... -- mordo 1990 Carat
• Re: digijet FI adjustments-Digifant
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 13 Oct 2004 19:56:17 -0400
  ...Using voltmeter, check O2 sensor voltage, (still disconnected). Should be about .5v. If no reading, rev engine for 30 seconds to heat sensor. Adjust...
• Re: Temp 2 sensor installation question.
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Thu, 3 Sep 2015 14:50:41 -1000
  ...Unplug the old sensor and remove the clip that holds > it in place. Pull out the old sensor and as quickly as you can...
• Re: testing temp 2 sensor?
  Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
  Sat, 2 Sep 2000 08:26:14 -0700
  ...testing temp 2 sensor? > Bill; > This graph created a considerable amount of watch winding and > head scratching for me too. The second half of...
• Re: Digitool data and more info; need source for correct oxygen sensor.
  Historical mailing list - Marshall
  Sat, 1 Jun 2002 19:53:09 -0500
  ...Digitool data and more info; need source for correct oxygen sensor. Volks, swapped air flow meters, same result. When I hook up the oxygen...
• Re: how do I get O2 sensor out?
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 25 Jul 1996 10:54:55 -0400
  ...The reason I ask is that when >I called busboys, they first quoted ma e price for the '85 O2 sensor >which is about...
• Re: mileage decrease after tuneup?
  Historical mailing list - t bill
  Mon, 8 Jun 1998 10:14:46 -0700
  ---Mark McCulley <raven@HALCYON.COM> wrote: > > Following a recent tuneup (plugs, rotor, cap) and O2 sensor change my > mileage has dropped almost 3mpg (from...
• Re: Our beloved digifant
  Historical mailing list - Rico Sapolich
  Tue, 18 Jul 2000 07:32:40 EDT
  In a message dated 7/17/00 11:13:30 PM, Wolfvan88@aol.com writes: << The O2 sensor if a clip in, could could...
• Re: Catalytic convertor
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 23 Jan 2001 13:17:52 -0500
  At 09:47 AM 1/23/2001, Keith Adams wrote: >It affects the O2 sensor, which affects your mixture. The >O2 sensor is (as...
• Temp sensor removal
  Historical mailing list - ed maikranz
  Thu, 28 Aug 2003 13:06:38 -0700
  I am trying to figure out how to remove the temp sensor on an 81 air cooled. This is the sensor on the head...
• '85 Oxygen sensor, 0.1volts
  Historical mailing list - craig cowan
  Mon, 8 Oct 2007 15:57:08 -0400
  ...This may be caused by a problem with the oxygen sensor (which is less than a year old). With the engine running after 30...
• Re: O2 Sensor Idea (long)
  Historical mailing list - Budd Premack
  Thu, 7 Sep 2006 18:50:28 -0500
  ...It takes a non heated o2 sensor a long time to get hot enough to function compared to a heated sensor. Keep in mind...
• Help Major Surging
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Fry
  Thu, 19 Jul 2001 08:51:12 -0400
  ...Replaced Idle stabilizer (was having a problem with high idle, fixed problem) , 22mdf cap fix for Air Sensor, (was having a total intermittent dropoff...
• Temp 2 Sensor
  Historical mailing list - Geo & Kathleen Hahn
  Fri, 21 Jul 2006 21:25:20 -0700
  John Lane wrote: >This is possibly a Temp 2 sensor issue..if the sensor goes bad it tells the puter it's cold (engine...
• AMP Part Numbers for 25 pin Digifant connector
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Mon, 11 Oct 1999 23:43:13 -0700
  ...Knock Sensor (Pin 1) 5 BK Knock Sensor (Pin 2) 6 BR/W Throttle Switch (Pin 1) 6 BR/W Coolant Sensor (Pin 2...
• Re: Vanagon O2 Sensors
  Historical mailing list - Yi-Ruey Wei
  Thu, 16 Jul 1998 17:17:26 -0500
  ...Also there are people like Nathaniel Merrill and Michael Sullivan DOES have problems after installed a "generic" O2 sensor. Yi-Ruey Wei 87 Vanagon...
• Re: O2 sensor splicing (was Re: Water-cooled VW parts?)
  Historical mailing list - Ray Hunnam
  Tue, 14 Jul 1998 09:54:02 -0700
  ...Have you changed the O2 Sensor over on your Van. If so you must have spliced the wires, what is the go with it...
• Re: O2 sensors revisited (short)
  Historical mailing list - Sam Walters
  Mon, 11 Sep 2006 16:48:41 -0400
  ...I still think this problem is due to something else, not the O2 sensor. If I understand correctly, it is the temp measurement from...