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• Re: Running rich, O2 sensor says lean, exhaust leak?
  Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
  Tue, 13 Jul 2004 14:15:58 -0700
  ...The thing that I don't understand is why the O2 sensor keeps telling me (and the van's computer) that the exhaust is...
• Re: What do folks do when replacing Calforina Air Cooled Vanagon Exhaust?
  Historical mailing list - Steve Delanty
  Sat, 24 May 2003 09:19:20 -0700
  ...He'll do an inspection of the exhaust system to look for leaks ahead of the cat and O2 sensor. If all looks good...
• Re: Temp II (for ECU) Sensor: Voltage Range?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Sat, 28 Sep 2013 09:56:14 -0700
  ...The temp sensors sinks that circuit to the chassis. As the sensor warms up the resistance goes down, current increases and voltage drops. > > Even...
• Re: 1.9 l question
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Mathis
  Tue, 15 May 2001 10:21:41 EDT
  ...Very close (above and to the left IIRC)to the Temp II sensor you should find the coolant temp sensor -- looks like a small...
• Re: Coolant level sensor - repeat breakage
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 26 Aug 2008 12:44:20 -0500
  ...They don't hold up nearly as long as the sensor! Also, be careful when ordering the system. You've got to get the...
• Re: O2 Sensor Disconnected=better mpg???
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Fri, 26 Oct 2001 10:45:42 -0700
  So you o2 sensor is new. You didn't use any antisieze compounds on the threads when you turned it in? You didn't...
• Re: Vanagon syndrome...it sucks!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 20 Mar 2016 22:04:37 -0400
  Your symptoms are typical of an O2 sensor or system failure. The slight improvement in running is also part of that indication. As the...
• Re: 88GL - Intermittent Failure to Start Continues
  Historical mailing list - Angus Gordon
  Sun, 8 Jun 2014 15:26:55 -0700
  The waterboxer temp 2 sensor is not interchangeable with the gauge sensor. Check the resistance of the sensor vs the temperature chart in Bentley...
• Re: Tuning question--long, sorry!
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Mon, 27 Feb 2006 10:58:32 -0800
  ...Limp-home modes if major sensors fail. More accurate timing with Crankshaft Postion Sensors, sequential fuel injector operation, individual spark timing. Adaptive managment control...
• Re: O2 sensors brand quality difference?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 25 Jul 2014 17:08:28 -0400
  If running the inline 4 and the sensor is in the exhaust manifold the heated sensor may not be needed. If I recall you...
• Problem w/temp gauge
  Historical mailing list - Gary Clayton
  Mon, 17 Jul 1995 12:48:45 -0400 (EDT)
  ...When I went to install the T-fitting with temp sensor in the side and dual-pole pressure sensor in top, I quickly realized...
• Re: instruments, interviews
  Historical mailing list - dworkin
  Thu, 16 Feb 1995 14:32:12 -0800 (PST)
  On Thu, 16 Feb 1995, David Carment wrote: > sensors (basically the FI Heat sensor) on all four cylinder head areas. I > installed the head...
• Oxygen Sensor splice instructions?
  Historical mailing list - Paul Mayfield
  Thu, 22 Nov 2001 13:53:04 -0800
  Today I ordered an O2 sensor fr Bus Depot. They said that instructions were not included, suggested I check the list archives. Frank G...
• Running Without 02 Sensor - Any Problems?
  Historical mailing list - Brian Doss
  Thu, 11 Jul 2002 09:23:35 EDT
  ...I can't seem to find an exhaust leak to explain an 02 sensor problem, so I try an experiment; disconnect the 02 sensor...
• Re: 1.9L spark plug &water pump suggestions?
  Historical mailing list - jimt
  Tue, 4 Jan 2005 17:25:01 -0700
  ...Silicone sprays and glues are > forbidden because they ruins the O2 sensor. > > Ken Lewis > http://neksiwel.20m.com/ Most companies now sell "sensor safe...
• General Ox Sensor Questions
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Sat, 25 Aug 2007 07:40:23 -0700
  I have found listings for Ox Sensors that say will fit the Vanagon for 1-wire, 2-wire, 3-wire, and 4-wire sensors...
• Re: 87: coolant temp sensor for syncro
  Historical mailing list - ERIC ZENO
  Mon, 10 Jun 1996 12:39:11 -0400 (EDT)
  ...The 1990 engine had a > plastic thermostat housing and the temperature sensor with the "clip". The > wiring connection on the sensor was different than...
• Re: Significance of the o2 sensor
  Historical mailing list - Laurence Smith
  Thu, 20 May 2004 00:43:03 -0400
  To test the O2 sensor get the engine warmed up and then with a voltmeter touch the red + positive to the green O2 wire...
• New sensors -now running hot
  Historical mailing list - chrisadubs
  Thu, 13 Sep 2001 18:55:05 -0700
  Hello all, Just replaced my catalyctic converter, O2 sensor, temp2 sensor, and temperature sending unit. I ran it until the fan kicked on and...
• Re: shielded wire for oxygen sensor?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Elliott
  Wed, 21 May 2008 17:29:32 -0700
  ...The source impedance of the O2 sensor is plenty low enough to keep any kind of EMI from affecting yer meter's reading. -- Mike...
• Re: O2 mixture questions
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Tue, 14 Oct 1997 11:06:31 -0700
  On Tue, 14 Oct 1997, db25 wrote: > I have several questions when it comes to adjusting my mixture using the > oxygen sensor. > 1. Do...
• Re: Question about temp II sensor and bad running
  Historical mailing list - Jack R.
  Thu, 11 Sep 2008 15:27:29 -0400
  What a great exercise!!! We all felt your pain, and relief! Glad you tracked it down to an O2 Sensor. It is BEST to...
• Re: I'm stumped! (misfire)
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Sat, 23 May 1998 14:14:05 -0500
  ...I think the knock sensor and knock sensor electronics is a good thing and probably would help our beloved vans with a little more...
• Re: Question about temp II sensor and bad running
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 11 Sep 2008 12:47:49 -0700
  probably no harm done, but I sure would not jumper the temp sensor wires . the ECU expects to see a resistance value there. if...
• Re: O2 Sensor?
  Historical mailing list - Paul Connelly
  Mon, 27 Apr 2009 01:02:00 -0600
  ...Checked the voltage output from the >> O2 >> sensor (disconnected) and just wildly varies from about .05V to about >> .15V, >> nowhere near the .45V ish...
• Re: No water--faulty submersible pump?
  Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
  Mon, 28 Jun 2004 22:58:04 -0400
  Pete, It may not be the sensors, it may be the chip in the LED panel below your stove, or the wiring, or connector...
• Re: Temp light on for no apparent reason (90 vanagon)
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 18 Nov 1996 07:12:42 -0800
  The level sensor (in the top of the left tank) is basically two prong electrodes inserted into the coolant. The sensor looks for a...
• idle problems
  Historical mailing list - Robert Tippey
  Wed, 5 Sep 2001 18:43:57 EDT
  ...I've installed a new temp sensor II and a new throttle cable, properly adjusted. Someone suggested the coolant temp. sensor. Correct me if...
• Re: Help one Vanagon owner, please
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan Kuthy
  Sat, 10 May 2008 08:42:36 -0700
  ...This will force the system open loop, ignoring the o2 sensor. > > If that works, there's some o2 sensor and/or ground problem. > > If...
• Re: Help for a guy in Belgium
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Thu, 18 Jan 2001 11:26:00 EST
  ...Glows red when there is too much fuel Temp II sensor failure. Bad O2 sensor also. Robert [text/html]
• Temp sensor for ecu on '88
  Historical mailing list - BajaLeo
  Tue, 12 Jul 2005 17:56:11 -0700
  Can someone tell me where the temp sensor for the ecu is located on an '88? I think my buddy needs a new one...
• Re: O2 sensors revisited (short)
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Lewis
  Mon, 11 Sep 2006 19:35:36 -0400
  ...I do not believe a new O2 sensor is going to fix your cold running van. Sounds like you need a thermostat instead. Ken...
• Re: TDC Sensor
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Sun, 22 Mar 1998 07:18:00 -0800
  ...What > is the TDC sensor? What does it plug into? From what I can tell, it is > installed in the right crankcase half. Are...
• Re: rear end of van hotter than surface of sun-UPDATE
  Historical mailing list - Philip Jones
  Mon, 11 Jun 2001 14:46:39 EDT
  ...running with O2 sensor plugged in causes van to run too rich, overheating cat converter. running with O2 sensor unplugged reduces cat converter temp...
• Re: Coolant light won't stop blinking!
  Historical mailing list - Phil Zimmerman
  Fri, 14 Nov 2003 13:10:41 -0800
  ...The 2-pin connector on the tank sensor can become so crudded (if this is a word) with non-conductive crud that the signal...
• Oxygen Sensor Recommendations for 83 WBX
  Historical mailing list - don spence
  Wed, 13 Oct 2004 09:13:05 -0600
  ...Oxygen Sensor Recommendations for 83 WBX > > Do yourself a favor and buy the oxy sensor with the connector's and the > wires attached. > It...
• Re: Expansion tank leak
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 21 Sep 1999 23:23:30 -0600
  William, I was having similar problems with my coolant level sensor and replaced it. They are inexpensive, under $10. Back last winter I had...
• Re: The Vanille Shake Syndrome
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 9 Dec 2011 23:39:03 -0800
  ...if I ever need to , I think I'll unplug the ECU and 02 sensor .. the ohm check between the 02 sensor signal wire...
• Re: O2 sensor in gutted cat question
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 23 Sep 2009 23:01:49 -0700
  ...O2 sensor in gutted cat question hi, it was suggested to me that the O2 sensor in the stock position in a 2.1...
• Re: HELP 90 bucking
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 3 Nov 1999 12:35:43 -0600
  In the event you haven't resolved this yet, try warming the engine up, then disconnect the O2 sensor. Next drive it some. With...
• Re: Inconsistent stumbling on resume throttle..Was "vanagon syndrome?"
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Wed, 25 Jun 2014 10:24:29 -0700
  Do O2 sensors typically reference outside air via areas where wires enter the sensor itself? If so, is it worth inspecting this area on...
• OXS sensor light question
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Tue, 13 Jul 2010 12:09:11 -0700
  Its a funny thing, well to me anyway, that my '86 syncro does not have oxs sensor light in dash, not can I see...
• Help O2 and Halls Sensor
  Historical mailing list - Finn Runyon
  Sat, 9 Mar 2002 14:24:22 EST
  ...I cannot get the O2 sensor out of the cat...tried heat and have all but destroyed what was once a sensor...I am...
• Re: running hot....ideas?
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Mon, 27 Mar 2006 18:33:36 -0500
  ...One day the coolant level sensor blew out of its bottle and went into orbit.Upon reentry,when I looked closely at it,I...
• Re: Question about temp II sensor and bad running
  Historical mailing list - mdrillock
  Thu, 11 Sep 2008 13:28:14 -0700
  ...Just because the engine seems to run better with the O2 sensor unplugged IN NO WAY demonstrates that there is any problem whatsoever with...
• Re: Dash Oil Light
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 16 Jan 2013 14:17:33 -0500
  Start at the sensor and work your way forward. It is common for the wire to disconnect or break or for the sensor to...
• Re: Coolant problems
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Sat, 27 Sep 2003 22:17:42 -0400
  ...probably enough to blow the sensor out of the tank. Unfortunately, he reused the old sensor and the plastic threads were badly damaged. Inspect...
• Re: Intermittent Power Loss - '91 Westy
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford
  Sun, 21 May 2017 08:44:27 -0400
  If it is the oxygen sensor wiring there is an easy way to tell for sure. When the van is running poorly, turn the...
• Re: Help. traveling with problem
  Historical mailing list - Bill Kasper
  Mon, 17 Mar 2014 14:46:11 -0700
  ...When you get back home > install a new oxygen sensor and you are good to go. > > If you unplug the sensor and the van...
• Re: 84 Vanagon GL Intake Air sensor?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Wed, 3 Oct 2007 19:14:51 -0700
  ...I do have good used 1.9 air flow meters if that's what you mean by 'air intake sensor.' I find I have...
• Re: Still Running Rich
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Sat, 19 Apr 2008 13:31:14 -0700
  What you are describing is likely related to the OX sensor reading. This area of discussion gets complex fast and I don't have...
• Re: Das Blinkenlights, continued
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 25 Nov 2005 05:57:57 -0600
  Crud or scum buildup on the coolant tank sensor probe tips can cause the light to blink. I've had this happen twice. Cleaned...
• Re: Single wire Oxygen sensor: Substitution report..
  Historical mailing list - Craig C Forney
  Fri, 31 Oct 2014 15:48:32 -0700
  ...Single wire Oxygen sensor: Substitution report.. > > The sensor does need a return path and it is done through the exhaust > and engine. There has...
• Need help with O2 sersor install
  Historical mailing list - gary hradek
  Sun, 7 Apr 2002 14:34:38 -0700
  ...The two white wires should go to the heater on the sensor which is 12 volts and NOT FUSED. The heater warms the sensor...
• Re: Temp II sensor o-ring confusion
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Sun, 26 Jan 2003 19:29:48 -0500
  ...Temp sensor that > goes in the drivers side head. > I'm also not familiar with any Temp II sensor, just a Temp sensor. > I...
• re: Re: O2 Sensor
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 20 Dec 95 14:14:09 PST
  ...when my '85 failed emmisions (Portland Oregon) I hoped for a quick fix by replacing the O2 sensor. To my pleasant suprise it did...
• Re: TDC Sensor
  Historical mailing list - Peter Zendzian
  Sun, 22 Mar 1998 08:14:27 -1000
  TDC sensor is useless unless you have the factory tool to plug into it. It is just front of the flyweel and has a...
• Re: 2.2 engine hiccups at 3300 rpm
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
  Thu, 31 Aug 2017 16:24:17 -0400
  ...which in turn create all sort of problems including hiccups.. > > exhaust leak in the area post OX sensor has no effect... except noises
• Speedometer cable replacement question.
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Tue, 30 Nov 2010 09:02:30 -0800
  ...I have a single piece cable to replace the factor one that goes through the O2 sensor counter box. Came from one of our...
• Re: Removing Oxygen Sensor
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Wed, 14 Jul 2004 13:40:38 -0700
  The question posed involved a difficult to remove sensor. The advice being offered is for just that situation. A normal wrench is fine most...