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• Re: FI harness help needed
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Fri, 10 Apr 2009 14:46:13 -0700
  ...The white/green is there to connect the A/C compressor clutch signal to the idle control unit so it knows when to speed...
• Re: Aftermarket Rooftop Cooling Experiences?
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Fri, 13 May 2011 08:41:29 -0700
  ...reinforce it to carry the A/C? > Remote control, thermostat, wiring, inverter for when the engine is > running... ? > With the 75-100lb weight up...
• Re: rough off the line (Was: injector resistance)
  Historical mailing list - Bradley Flubacher
  Sun, 1 Jul 2001 21:21:20 -0400
  ...One of the wires that connects the control unit to injector #1 measures 18 ohms- that's not right.. I recently replaced the O2...
• Re: Vanagon? Really? Gasoline vs. Diesel-again.
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Sun, 22 Jan 2012 13:04:17 -0500
  ...This is often known as > a Hydraulic Electric Unit Injector, (HEUI). On some engines these are > calibrated so tight then when replacing them the...
• Am I asking too much for my van?
  Historical mailing list - Joe Tu
  Fri, 12 Apr 2002 21:58:00 -0700
  ...in plate underneath heater controls), aluminum brake and clutch pedals pads Sound System: JVC KS-RT626 tape player head unit (CD changer hookup available...
• Re: Aftermarket Rooftop Cooling Experiences?
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Sun, 15 May 2011 17:31:22 -0700
  ...reinforce it to carry the A/C? > > Remote control, thermostat, wiring, inverter for when the engine is running... ? > > With the 75-100lb weight up...
• A long strange ECU story ...
  Historical mailing list - Beutler, Art (AZ75)
  Fri, 14 Aug 1998 09:59:53 -0700
  ...sometimes enough to cause the engine to stop. Since on the (now infamous) Digifant system the timing is controlled by the ECU; it was...
• Re: Radiator disappointment
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Thu, 23 Feb 2023 00:49:22 +0000
  ...Some radiators also have transmission and engine oil >>>> coolers as part of these tanks. These side tanks and seals can also be >>>> damaged by...
• Re: [Syncro] Front diff lock light not blinking
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Tue, 26 Oct 1999 12:33:27 +0200
  ...Still, the locks work, all controlled by the switches. Both locks engage, you have to drive it to engage them, and I can without...
• Re: Syncro Fan!!!
  Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
  Thu, 30 May 1996 10:08:00 -0700 (PDT)
  ...They have a very interesting catalog of radiator-fan switches, that includes units for both American engines (like mine) and imported engines (like all...
• Re: 2.1 digifant MV engine Air Flow Sensor Wiring Harness 87 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Laurence Smith
  Mon, 25 Feb 2002 20:24:22 -0500
  ...air flow sensor, and idle stabilizor control > unit... good > thing that eBay is around or I would be bankrupt by now! > > > <�)))>{ <�)))>{ <�)))>{ <�)))>{ <�)))>{ <�)))>{ > > Robert S. Fish...
• Re: AIR FLOW METER
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sat, 6 Mar 2010 07:33:15 -0800
  ...get around, nonlinearities in making > such > >work with the existing Vanagon engine control system. Both of the attempts > >that I'm aware of seem...
• Re: The "Other" System: Motronic (long)
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Mon, 29 Sep 2003 12:12:12 -0700
  ...Knock control: The Motronic control unit has accurate information on crankshaft position and firing order so it is possible to determine which cylinder is...
• Re: REQ - Dead Idle Stabilizer Control Unit Donation
  Historical mailing list - Inua
  Sat, 22 Oct 2005 15:33:27 -0500
  ...volume hydrogen generator to >> produce a clean alternative fuel for combustion engines from water. . >> It's amazing how much head way he has made...
• Re: VDO Fuel Pressure sender?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Thu, 7 Oct 2004 12:15:47 -0500
  ...Most VW Vanagon Cruise controls I've seen use a vacuum line from the engine to the foot pedal for actuation of the cruise...
• Re: Cooling woes and the aborted trip to TBTT (somewhat longish...)
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Sun, 16 Jul 2000 06:36:04 EDT
  ...tank and is common to failure) or the coolant sensor light control unit is malfunctioning (another common problem) it's located in the fuse...
• Re: Diesel good idea? Engine idling!
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Thu, 6 Jun 2013 17:43:17 -0700
  ...Since the engine controller is >> different than the transmission controller the shutdown timer did not know >> the transmission was not in neutral. So a...
• Re: Idle issue? Any update?
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Fri, 22 May 2020 21:42:52 +0000
  ...Work on my AUDIOVOX CCS100 CRUISE CONTROL, as it is only working under 45 mph right now. I love my CCS100.  Here are a...
• Re: [Syncro] high beam LED, - NOT!
  Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
  Tue, 4 Dec 2001 20:15:30 -0800
  ...By unplugging the control > unit, we > could manipulate the RPMs at will. > > Ad (thanks) vance, > bmc :) > "Faith will move mountains, but you'd better...
• Cold Start/haltech Update
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Mon, 24 Mar 2008 20:36:06 -0500
  ...for repair or buying a Windows based E6X unit and re-wiring the whole engine again. I just hope they can save the old...
• Re: Comments on the Oil Cooler Upgrade Issue
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Mon, 21 Nov 2005 03:06:06 EST
  ...If the thermostat is calibrated for 190 F (typical for US/Canadian 1Z engines) for those conditions in which the thermostat is controlling (not...
• Re: Increasing horsepower
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 18 Oct 2002 09:20:56 -0500
  ...A turbine (turbo) takes in air, and using centrifugal force compresses the air which exits the compressor into the airflow system of the engine...
• Re: Where does Hella relay go?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 22 Aug 2009 14:51:11 -0700
  ...at > relay in upper LH corner above fuses..... > > 3- coolant level control unit > 5- rad cool fan relay 2nd stage > 8- load reduction relay...
• Re: Adjustable rate fuel pressure regulator? anybody try one?
  Historical mailing list - David Bjorkman
  Wed, 16 May 2012 10:45:22 -0500
  ...It's the catalytic converter that<BR>&gt; requires this very precise mixture control, not the engine. I<BR>&gt; haven't kept up...
• Re: 2.1 fuel injection problem
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 29 Sep 2003 06:27:49 -0400
  ...kill the engine, unplugging it by the yellow connector on the firewall drops the rpm. Swapped in an Idle Stabiliser Control Unit from a...
• Re: Diesel good idea? Engine idling!
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Thu, 6 Jun 2013 20:30:33 -0500
  ...Since the engine >> controller is different than the transmission controller the shutdown >> timer did not know the transmission was not in neutral. So a...
• Re: 85 1.9L died on highway, won't start
  Historical mailing list - Vince S
  Sat, 11 Sep 2004 13:45:09 -0700
  ...2) Ignition coil 3) ECU 4) Ignition Control Unit Is there anything else that I'm missing? (I have the Bentley, but it's...
• Re: This just HAS to be a new question...
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Wed, 3 Oct 2007 14:12:12 -0700
  ...It's hardly just the engine or power unit - the entire thing is so integrated, the power unit, the trans, the batteries, all controlled...
• Re: [Syncro] dual battery isolator
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 22 Aug 2004 23:54:46 -0400
  ...If you get this unit, go for the charge wizard controller. It adds even more intelligence including temperature compensation for longer battery life and...
• Re: FW: DAYS SUMMARY - UODATED INFO FW: STRANDED in South Florida - NEED TECH HELP
  Historical mailing list - Benny boy
  Mon, 25 Jan 2010 08:53:35 -0500
  ...I did not touch the ecu. >Todays efforts: >- checked idle stabilizer - humming, re/re control unit to clean contacts >- adjusted throttle position switch to...
• Re: South African van differences - when they happened
  Historical mailing list - Brenton Tait
  Wed, 30 Sep 2009 15:59:00 +0200
  ...as > mentioned would be the upgraded vent control dials, and the over head > air condition units....We seem to have a lot more models...
• '87 w/ surging idle
  Historical mailing list - Ed Carroll
  Thu, 15 Mar 2001 15:31:50 -0500
  ...right.) But because there is an "idle stabilization valve" and corresponding control unit, it seems appropriate to start there. So, the questions: 1) has...
• Parts, My nerves! Thinking about unsubscribing
  Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
  Sun, 29 Oct 2000 11:41:44 +0100
  ...Unfortunately my > cell phone didn't get good reception there, so communication was > difficult. > > I removed the head light switch, idle stabilizer control unit...
• Re: Electrical charging options?
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sun, 30 Apr 2023 11:19:41 -0700
  ...However they > really work best with dedicated charging systems and smart controllers if > alternator charging is to be used. For the Class B RV...
• Re: Weird idle problem continues
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Sat, 18 Oct 2014 13:51:09 -0700
  ...control unit think it is like 40 below. Yes it will run rich and if it does run idle high. Key on engine not...
• Re: More Info on Copper Core German Radiators
  Historical mailing list - pensioner
  Tue, 1 Oct 2002 17:32:10 -0700
  I am an engineer, but I don't play one on TV. Let's look at what a radiator does, rather than of what...
• Re: Electrical charging options?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sun, 30 Apr 2023 12:39:10 -0400
  ...However they really work best with dedicated charging systems and smart controllers if alternator charging is to be used. For the Class B RV...
• Re: install heater core in AC housing.
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Wed, 7 Mar 2007 23:26:43 -0800
  ...as it already connects to the distributiuon box. > > > > > > > > I configured my cables on 1 slider (defog to floor) control. it's > nice > > but I...
• Mudflaps, oil pressure, etc. - medium-long post
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 27 May 1997 08:09 -0600 (MDT)
  ...If the revs hit 2,000 and the control unit reads the circuit as open (which it obviously is!), it thinks the oil's...
• Re: Wet weather power loss
  Historical mailing list - Helen Fahy
  Sat, 7 Apr 2001 06:15:34 -0400
  ...When idling, the idle stabilizer unit > constantly adjusts input airflow to maintain constant rpm. It uses an > electronic control that drives an air valve...
• RE: What next? ... GREMLINS STILL OCCUPY 80 CA VANAGON
  Historical mailing list - mdstockr
  Thu, 30 Jan 97 16:19:00
  ...to remove the distributor and take a look at >the hall control unit wire that reside in the black plastic elbow and check >them...
• Re: Possible...Overheating
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 23 Apr 2013 13:57:23 -0700
  ...engine, car , and vanagon repair. >> >> On the other hand . >> I think it's *extremely* risky for people to turn out rebuilt units like >> engines...
• Re: Vanagon Double Relay wiring confusion
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Tue, 19 Aug 2003 14:54:39 -0700
  ...Does "ECM" = "Electronic Control Module" = "ECU" = "Electronic Control Unit" = what most of us call "the computer?" If so, then I must admit I'm...
• Re: coolant light / temp sensor - need advice please!
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 26 Dec 2008 11:30:11 -0800
  ...I've never had to replalce the control unit for this system.........but it's a plug-in device on the fuse box that...
• Re: Moral qestion--Now diagnostics
  Historical mailing list - Geza Polony
  Thu, 18 Jan 2007 15:07:29 -0500
  ...I have been learning to do this >lately on my 85 Weekender with the Digijet controlled 1.9l engine. > >Look at the attached files...
• Re: testing the ignition coil (85 1.9L)
  Historical mailing list - Daniel L. Katz
  Tue, 14 Sep 2004 19:11:23 -0400
  ...could I verify >that it's that, and not the ignition control unit? WORRY ABOUT THIS IF AND WHEN THE TIME COMES. > >Also, here...
• Now charging of house batteries Re: New fridge replacement option for the Dometic
  Historical mailing list - Kai Mei
  Mon, 7 Jan 2008 08:42:00 -0500
  ...Solar controllers and 18 v power supplies. Charge the deep cycle batteries with a Laptop power supply and a controller like http://store.solar...
• Re: EPA and Vanagon Emissions-reducing Vanagon pollution.
  Historical mailing list - George Laubach
  Sun, 1 Jul 2012 17:51:35 -0500
  ...This controls hydrocarbons being released into >>>> the air from evaporating fuel. >>>> Do not over advance the ignition timing or during rebuild consider >>>> engine modifications...
• 1990 VANAGON WEEKENDER - NEED TO SELL SOON!!!
  Historical mailing list - Joe Tu
  Mon, 6 May 2002 12:45:16 -0700
  ...in plate underneath heater controls), aluminum brake and clutch pedals pads Sound System: JVC KS-RT626 tape player head unit (CD changer hookup available...
• More Ignition/ Stabilizer electonics ?'s(way long!)
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Wed, 11 Apr 2001 01:15:13 -0500
  ...Haltech system needs an ignition control module to function. Digifant had it built in to the ecu apparently, Digijet had an external model. Didn...
• Re: Aye my bucko
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 27 Nov 2002 09:37:45 -0600
  ...When all else failed, we would pull the malfunctioning unit out of the cabinet and ship it back to the manufacturer for repair/replacement...
• re: lambadas??
  Historical mailing list
  14 Sep 95 12:20:00 PDT
  ...If you are refering to the "lambda" unit, sometimes called the oxygen sensor, one can test the sensor while installed on the car, but...
• Re: Engine Cutout
  Historical mailing list - Laurence Smith
  Thu, 3 Jan 2002 16:54:33 -0500
  ...Coil - resistance checks ok per Bentley (are there other tests?) Hall Control Unit and Sender - pass all voltage and operating tests per Bentley Cap...
• Re: Temp Gauge
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Thu, 19 Apr 2007 06:12:09 -0700
  ...There are 3 versions of this control unit, early, late, and latest. The first 2 versions have a "43" stamped on the top and...
• Re: Questions for you conversion experts
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Wed, 6 Aug 2003 13:26:23 -0400
  ...the engine harness. > > A question I still need an answer for is an electrical diagram I found > shows > a oxygen sensor control unit. > > What...
• Road Test 1984 SA Oettinger Microbus
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Tue, 05 Dec 95 14:32:09 CST
  ...The test vehicle was also fitted with a Sanyo hi-fi and an ultra-sonic anti-theft system incorporating a remote control unit that...
• Lima Bean rolls under its own power (78) long
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 16 Mar 1996 18:45:21 PST
  ...This project has been comprised of a new engine, new trans, removal of AC unit, VDO gauge installation and rebuilding a butchered electrical system...
• Re: Computerized Gauge Setup
  Historical mailing list - Scarlett Semko
  Fri, 5 Nov 1999 09:19:14 -0500
  ...The digital kit also has > digital out for controlling things. With these kits you can control / > monitor anything you deem necessary or worthwhile. > There...
• Re: Looking for project van
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Nadig
  Fri, 13 Aug 2004 21:56:55 -0500
  ...Finally, at times there will need to be interaction with the ABS system (none on Vanagons) and the traction control units (ditto). If you...
• Re: Is ECU involved in getting power to fuel pump when turning ignition switch on?
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Wed, 25 Jul 2007 21:11:37 -0700
  ...If for any reason the engine stops (misfires permanently) wheile you are > >driving the van, the Hall sending unit will stop generating the Hall...