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• 85 1.9L problem (was: HELP ME!!!)
  Historical mailing list - Dave C
  Fri, 25 Feb 2000 19:46:08 -0500
  ...Check or replace these items: -Check timing -Check throttle position sensor switch settings (will either be a tandem set above trottle body or a...
• Re: Super fast idle - Update
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Wed, 26 Mar 2003 23:34:26 -0800
  ...The mechanic did adjust the AFM mixture and throttle switch - and that alone made a noticable difference. Is there a concensus that having a...
• 80 Westfalia probs.
  Historical mailing list - Marc Edwards
  Sat, 11 Jul 1998 16:28:30 -0700
  ...Pin 8 goes to the Full Throttle Switch? Waitasecond....the full throttle switch already has 2 wires on it from the ECU. I am...
• High Idle
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 20 Apr 1997 22:27:08 -0500 (CDT)
  ...Incorrectly adjusted limiting screw on the throttle valve. 4. Throttle valve switch not closing at idle. 5. Dirty connection of O2 sensor. When the...
• Re: bucking/stumbling, etc. - 91 2.1 WBX Automatic
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 5 Jan 2014 09:14:44 -0500
  ...kill switch for a brief moment. The episodes started slowly then increase as the miles ran on. It ran fine under full throttle. It...
• Re: 84 Still dying!
  Historical mailing list - Mike & Shari
  Sun, 2 Dec 2001 12:35:35 -0800
  ...replaced AFM with a new one (possibly rebuilt?) (10/01) > - replaced throttle switches (both of them, 10/01) > - new fuel filter (7/01) > - new...
• 91 Carat - Rpm hunting
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 23 Oct 2010 16:35:53 -0500
  Volks, you finally convinced me - Scott, David, Ken, others - to check the throttle switch per Bentley. Bentley confirmed what youwere trying to tell me...
• Re: Idle running up and down
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Sun, 24 May 2009 14:13:39 -0400
  ...And ICU was tried w/o affect. > > > > We have been given the following recommendation by 2 highly qualified > Vanagon owners/ mechanics. > > > > > > throttle postioning switch...
• Re: Stalling, vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Ed Vala
  Mon, 8 Jan 1996 11:11:55 +0000
  ...Seems like once it warms up a bit something > switches off that kills the engine below say 1500 RPM, where the idle > stabilizer likes...
• Re: Lags at low revs + BAD mileage
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Tue, 23 Jan 2007 18:17:30 -0800
  ...This was complicated by a miss adjusted throttle switch, a small part of the problem. On 1/23/07, Christopher Gronski <gronski@gmail.com...
• Re: Slight over run popping from exhaust..84 (inline VW with Digifant )
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 3 Aug 2009 17:18:57 -0700
  ...So check that for sure - any throttle position switch that it might have, or even .........dragging throttle cable.......doesn't return fully to idle...
• Re: stalling even after
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 07 Nov 96 14:56:48 -0400
  ...others suggested replacement of a lot of the electrical components (distributer, throttle switch, air flow sensor etc, but not coil!). Eventually the problem was...
• poor startup and cold running 2.1 WBX
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 1 Oct 2013 06:52:34 +0100
  ...throttle suddenly, the engine runs until it reaches idle speed, then cuts out and stalls.. I have checked the temperature sensor and idle switch...
• Re: High Idle, Fuel Pressure Test Results and Advice Needed
  Historical mailing list - joe brown
  Mon, 9 Dec 2002 01:23:12 -0800
  ...The 'closed throttle switch' also needs to be operating properly, and intake air leaks need to be checked out. I cleaned all my grounds...
• Re: High Idle
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 1 Sep 2010 13:34:20 -0700
  ...the idle switch not making contact or not adjusted right. the throttle plate can stick in the bore of the throttle body too, like...
• Re: Idle Control System Explanation, please?
  Historical mailing list - Kevin Duvernay
  Fri, 13 Mar 2015 20:46:53 -0500
  ...switch in, mostly curious about the module and valve effects on idle > (or lack there of??) Is it possible that my finicky throttle switch...
• Re: Understanding AFC fuel injection--question
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Sun, 30 Dec 2001 18:29:41 -0600
  ...When the engine is cold, the fuel pump switch is closed inside the AFM cover. When the engine starts the fuel pump control is...
• Re: UODATED INFO FW: STRANDED in South Florida - NEED TECH HELP
  Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
  Sun, 24 Jan 2010 21:18:32 -0500
  ...So, I checked a few things. > -idle stabilizer control unit contacts are clean, no moisture > -Idle control stabilizer valve is humming. > -throttle valve switch...
• Re: accelerator/throttle cable
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Fri, 29 Aug 2008 19:51:35 -0500
  ...I lube about 200 spots in >vanagons.........even the wiper arm pivots .........even the ash tray pivot >points, the seat belts, the ignition switch...
• Re: Still hesitating...
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 1 May 2015 08:33:40 -0700
  Have you checked that those two switches on the throttle body are set properly and working? Stuart -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto...
• Re: Creeping idle speed when A/C is on.
  Historical mailing list - Conrad Schimke
  Wed, 12 Aug 1998 15:24:49 --100
  Hi there, high Todd, the Throttle valve switch is mostly not adjusted correctly. I've had the same probleme. Adjusting was already discribed on...
• engine miss
  Historical mailing list - Peter Pollard
  Tue, 16 Dec 2003 09:26:52 -0500
  ...have replaced cap, rotor, leads, 02 sensor, cleaned and tested idle stabilizer, adjusted throttle switch, new air and fuel filters, capacitor fix on air...
• Re: it's cold in MT and my van won't start
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 2 Nov 2011 19:41:54 -0700
  ...the idle switch is not making contact at idle. there are two styles of throttle switches on an 85.. the 'early' with two crude...
• Re: Idle control system
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 1 Aug 2012 21:20:33 -0400
  ...the connection is good. > The throttle valve switch, as I'm learning, can be affected by a worn > throttle body. This is mentioned in...
• Re: "sticky" new Gowesty throttle body
  Historical mailing list - Andrew R.
  Wed, 11 Oct 2017 09:08:31 -0700
  ...I pulled the throttle body to investigate the throttle position switch that wasn't clicking when moved off of the idle position. I adjusted...
• Electrical Problem on '85 westfalia
  Historical mailing list - George Thorburn
  Sat, 24 Apr 2004 13:46:53 -0500
  ...Terminal 4 & 7, 60 ohms at rest, open circuit when the throttle was opened and 0 ohms at full throttle. All the injector reading...
• Re: HELP - No idle when cold
  Historical mailing list - MOST,DAVID
  Wed, 1 Dec 1999 12:39:56 -0800
  ...I am told that the throttle valve switch can cause a similar problem. I checked and adjusted the switch per the Bentley but the...
• Re: 2.1 digifant MV engine Air Flow Sensor Wiring Harness 87 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - brad barcom
  Mon, 25 Feb 2002 21:50:46 -0500
  ...I suggest checking the switch before you replace it, though. It should show continuity when the throttle position is at idle and full throttle...
• Re: CO Adjusting Screw, Throttle Valve Switch Test Light Video etc.
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Wed, 27 Jun 2012 08:58:03 -0500
  ...CO Adjusting Screw, Throttle Valve Switch Test Light Video etc. > > > > On 6/26/2012 6:23 PM, neil n wrote: > >> The TB seal may...
• Re: Re; Bus Depot Problems
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Wed, 24 Apr 2002 10:46:08 -0600
  ...I had ordered a throttle valve switch Saturday 4/20 and heard nothing (which is unusual for my history with them). Could not get...
• Re: 89 engine coughs and backfires at quick acceleration when warm?
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Mon, 3 Jul 2006 08:11:00 -0700
  ...exhaust is clear and not >clogged, throttle switch works fine...
• Re: Van adventure and tech quiz
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Thu, 28 Apr 2022 11:19:05 -0700
  ...AM OlRivrRat <OlRivrRat@comcast.net> wrote: > I’ll go with > > Throttle Position Switch > > Throttle Idle Screw not open enough > > Vacuum Leak > > Intake Leak > > Timing...
• Re: Compression braking & Power Loss
  Historical mailing list - dooley
  Fri, 24 Feb 2006 12:56:48 -0500
  ...More likely "idle" position on the throttle switch changes fuel curve to an "idle" situation and puts lower emphasis on signal inputs from MAF...
• It's time to hit that idle Stabilizer on the head!!!
  Historical mailing list - Tinkerman007
  Mon, 3 Sep 2007 02:00:52 -0400
  ...found that both my throttle valve switch as well as Idle Stabilization weren't working properly. Resetting the switch seemed to improve matters, but...
• Idle Stabilizer System Delete. Cause Bog Off Idle?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sat, 11 Apr 2015 14:43:40 -0700
  ...at idle, air that is bypassed into intake plenum via ISV is closed off as the throttle opens. (throttle switch input?) Regardless if engine...
• parts for sale
  Historical mailing list - Seth Bruggeman
  Sat, 10 Nov 2001 12:26:05 -0800
  ...throttle body--this is the two-switch variety; although I can't verify it, I think this body was giving me poor gas mileage...
• Re: Slight over run popping from exhaust..84 (inline VW with Digifant )
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Mon, 3 Aug 2009 22:23:21 -0700
  ...They get sticky or worn. > So check that for sure - any throttle position switch that it might have, > or even .........dragging throttle cable.......doesn...
• Re: Question about Transmission Stutter
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 20 Mar 2017 10:45:54 -0700
  Did you clean the throttle body and adjust the two micro switches? See Bentley 24.33, note last paragraph on that page. With the...
• Volksiebus - 88 Transporter - Rough Running Engine
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Thu, 16 Jan 2014 21:22:44 -0600
  ...Throttle body switches out of limits and need adjusting. Anyone have any ideas about this? Thanks, John
• Re: 1.9 L engine 10mpg
  Historical mailing list - ROBERT DONALDS
  Fri, 10 Dec 2004 18:35:25 -0500
  check the throttle switch and unplug the 02 sensor for at least 200 miles after you fix the problem so the exhaust can clear...
• Re: '87 Westy stalling when cold
  Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
  Tue, 6 Jul 2004 06:41:58 -0400
  ...Changed air regulator, temp switch, fuel pressure regulator. Turned out it was the throttle switch assembly. I finally decided to quit puttering around and...
• Re: I need help, please
  Historical mailing list - Bruce Todd
  Fri, 2 Dec 2022 11:56:03 -0800
  ...cap and rotor > - NGK BP6ET are recent. > - Throttle body switch checked fine > - Idle screw on throttle body cleaned > - A good fuel pressure regulator was...
• VIN - where car sold & Fuel Injection help
  Historical mailing list - James T.
  Fri, 15 Mar 2002 18:14:20 +0000
  ...But, throttle body has NO, repeat NO, allowance for a max throttle or idle position switch - it is devoid of all mounting hardware for...
• Re: Help diagnose POSSESSED 2.1L Vanagon engine
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 18 Apr 2003 18:21:15 -0400
  ...throttle (when it's sputtering/backfiring). So Temp II, AFM check out OK. Injector pulses and fuel pump look good. Swapped ignition switch, no...
• Re: intermittant misfire
  Historical mailing list - jhlauterbach
  Mon, 2 Apr 2001 22:44:22 -0400
  ...i'd suspect an > electrical problem, something like the idle stabilizer or throttle > position switches or the rotor/distributor .... which brings to mind > that...
• Re: '84 Vanagon 1.9 engine oil pressure switch etc
  Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
  Sat, 27 May 2017 18:55:47 -0400
  ...At more than light throttle, oil pressure light flashes at same periodic manner than if sensor disconnected. If I am say at 2500 rpm...
• Fw: Re: Emission Failure - Excess Hydrocarbons - Oxygen Sensor? (
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Fri, 28 Apr 2000 23:19:56 EDT
  ...Check that the throttle switches are working and causing the computer to switch to idle mode, no click, no idle mode. From all my...
• Re: Vanagon Syndrome Fix: 10 Volt Capacitor OK?
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Wed, 13 Jun 2012 10:37:42 -0700
  ...http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aEGAgefVyQY ) affecting ability to > get an accurate throttle valve switch setting, but the way I have the > switch...
• Re: Idle running up and down
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan
  Sat, 23 May 2009 21:30:17 -0700
  ...And ICU was tried w/o affect. > > > > We have been given the following recommendation by 2 highly qualified > Vanagon owners/ mechanics. > > > > > > throttle postioning switch...
• Running Problem -Solved
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Fri, 21 Apr 2006 23:36:54 -0700
  ...With that replaced, the throttle switch needed adjustment. At that point I'm running just fine. Thanks again for all the help offered and...
• Re: mail order parts source?
  Historical mailing list - Gregor Brandt
  Tue, 7 Nov 2006 09:55:16 -0600
  ...Vanagon? >> >> I need a Temp II sensor, O2 sensor, and throttle control switch... and > >> I live in rural Alaska so I'm sure to...
• Re: Accelerator linkage is sticky..
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 16 Nov 2010 11:15:10 -0800
  ...check the throttle shaft for wear. > > And the old answer has to be put in here, check adjustment of > throttle position switch. > > alistair > > > > On...
• Wasserboxer stalling
  Historical mailing list - TinkerMan
  Wed, 27 Oct 2004 00:39:02 -0700
  ...AFM, Temp2 sensor, Hall generator, throttle switch, I have no O2 sensor - it's a 1990 EU Digijet). I don't want to open...
• Re: accelerator/throttle cable
  Historical mailing list - Jeff
  Fri, 29 Aug 2008 19:16:08 -0700
  ...accelerator/throttle cable The new cables aren't that expensive either. I replaced mine and kept the old one and did the clean and...
• Re: Compression braking & Power Loss
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 24 Feb 2006 14:30:59 -0500
  ...so fuel is being > injected. > More likely "idle" position on the throttle switch changes fuel curve to an > "idle" situation and puts lower emphasis...
• Re: HELP!!!!! stuck idle!
  Historical mailing list - Peter Cassidy
  Mon, 8 May 2000 11:54:31 +0100
  ...We tried to clean up the Throttle body, >adjust the switch, adjust to idle, and clean the idle >stabilizer and nothing works. The funny...
• Re: Vanagon Puzzler
  Historical mailing list - tbill
  Wed, 02 Jul 1997 01:57:23 -0500
  ...idle portion of the switch that you are talking > about. If that sticks and stays closed when the throttle is opened, the > engine will...
• Re: FI to carb
  Historical mailing list - GMBulley
  Thu, 9 Apr 1998 20:37:53 EDT
  ...Many of them around from VW rabbits>> >> Someone (perhaps a listee??) had done this CIS switch to thier vanagon and brought it to the...
• More 85 van parts
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Dooley
  Fri, 1 May 1998 19:28:12 -0400
  ...Intake manifold-----with throttle body, no micro switches, no injectors, has coolant pipe and fuel ring main, no pressure regulator Three groove crank pulley...
• Re: 28.8 MPG
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Tue, 31 Aug 2004 18:41:04 -0700
  ...and ISCV. > > > I took the throttle body apart cleaned, replaced the seals and Set the gap > on the switch. I put on a used...