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• Re: will not start
  Historical mailing list - Jfp w/2 WBXs
  Fri, 27 Dec 2002 20:34:03 +0000
  ...crankcase ventilation and fixed? If the Digifant Control Module is not pulsing the injectors when the engine is rotating the the DCM may not...
• Re: emissions inspection failure(Utah)
  Historical mailing list - John
  Wed, 9 Jun 1999 21:59:41 -0400
  ...vanagon's oxygen sensor, AFM & Digifant control module have all failed at the same mileage and the engine still starts and runs ! Diagnosis by...
• Re: '85 Ignition Control Unit - part numbers
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 23 Mar 2010 20:33:53 -0400
  ...191.....B for all the Digijet engines. The heat sink is a separate p/n; the controller is bolted to it with M4x18 machine...
• Re: ECU and starting question
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Kimmons
  Tue, 17 Jul 2007 16:39:48 -0500
  ...switch) > is coming from the pin #4 of the transistor ignition control module. This pin > also has a wire that connects itself to the...
• Maiden voyage ends with AAA
  Historical mailing list - lauterba
  Sat, 13 Sep 2003 18:32:17 -0400
  ...What do I try next? Is it true that if ignition control module is bad, the ECU does not get required signal and fuel...
• Re: Isolating an idle problem?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Mon, 22 Dec 2014 06:15:04 -0800
  ...I think it's part of the > ECU. > > Neil. > > On 12/21/14, Stuart MacMillan <stuartmacm@gmail.com> wrote: > > > Idle control module,.... Try to...
• Serious Friday question -- stalling a few minutes after cold start
  Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
  Thu, 3 Mar 2011 08:58:13 -0500
  ...Digital idle stabilizer, ignition control module, T1-sensor, and O2-sensor were new in 2003 when I installed long block. I recently installed new...
• Re: Isolating an idle problem?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sun, 21 Dec 2014 19:57:08 -0800
  ...On 12/21/14, Stuart MacMillan <stuartmacm@gmail.com> wrote: > Idle control module,.... Try to find > an ICM to borrow for testing, they are...
• Re: WTB: bad Idle Control Unit
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Sat, 30 Apr 2005 06:07:57 EDT
  ...Looking for a couple BROKEN idle control modules for a reverse engineering project. Investigating the feasibility of replacing it with a simple microcontroller based...
• Re: Bentley wiring diagram. Questions on how to read.
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Sun, 24 Feb 2008 20:14:53 -0800
  ...with ABA 2.0 > > > engine...........on the HO2S ( heated oxygen sensor ) Control Module, > > > there is a wire from that module to the ECU. > > > So...
• Electrical puzzle
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Thu, 14 Jun 2018 10:56:40 -0600
  ...also noted that #50 goes to starter, digifant, idle-control, brake warning light module, and ignition switch. > > from the forums I found the following...
• Re: Idle stabilizer for 1.9
  Historical mailing list - Zoran Mladen
  Mon, 21 Nov 2016 23:41:20 +0000
  ...of the stabilizer module.  On the 2.1l both functions are taken care of by the Idle Control Unit which controls the Idle Stabilizer...
• Cut out problem fixed on 85 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Curtis Graham
  Thu, 4 Feb 1999 12:23:08 -0700
  ...My Haynes calls it the ignition control module. Perhaps it goes by other names, but replacing it with another I pulled of an 84...
• Re: Idle Stabilizer Valve - Later UPDATE: problem *NOT* solved!
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Wed, 24 May 2006 09:18:24 -0700
  ...The Idle Control Module is a small box (looks like a large relay) that is mounted in front of the right rear taillight. Remove...
• Re: Idle gremlins still at play
  Historical mailing list - Roy Nicholl
  Tue, 27 Jul 2021 14:56:23 -0300
  ...Rinse and repeat. > > I unplugged the 12v from the idle control valve and the engine remained at idle. I removed the idle control valve...
• Re: Start-Stop Syndrome Returns
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 17 Aug 2012 17:44:57 -0400
  ...Ignition coil? Ignition control module? Idle stab module (low-power but in the engine room where temperature changes with load)? Not likely? Distributor - same...
• Re: Emissions testing Failed **%%%##$@!!!
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 2 Mar 1996 01:45:29 -0500
  ...Dijifant has improved idle control,(throttle bypas vs ignition timing), ignition timing and coil control provided by brain, not separate module. # wire O2 sensor...
• Idle update
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Tue, 21 Jan 2003 13:38:21 -0500
  ...I replaced the breather hose and the idle stabilizer control module (with the "D" version) in my '87 Westy. I didn't figure the...
• Electrical puzzle
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Thu, 14 Jun 2018 16:41:45 -0600
  ...also noted that #50 goes to starter, digifant, idle-control, brake warning light module, and ignition switch. > > from the forums I found the following...
• Re: ECU and starting question
  Historical mailing list - most david
  Tue, 17 Jul 2007 14:48:57 -0700
  ...switch) > is coming from the pin #4 of the transistor ignition control module. This pin > also has a wire that connects itself to the...
• Re: cruise control - aargh!
  Historical mailing list - Dr. Rainer Woitok
  Tue, 22 Jun 1999 10:02:36 +0200
  ...not the fault of the cruise control module. However, if the answer is yes, then your cruise control setup is worse than a factory...
• Re: Rough Runing on Start-up
  Historical mailing list - John
  Sun, 27 Jun 1999 11:41:59 -0400
  ...There is a temperature sensor in the engine that reports engine temp to the Digijet control module (DCM) by varying a 5 volt signal...
• Re: Idle issues
  Historical mailing list - Stacy Schneider
  Sat, 16 May 2020 22:26:18 -0700
  ...Idle control valve does not vibrate/hum > but will open/close on bench test. idle Control Module and valve has been > changed out with...
• Re: Re- Cutting out
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 9 Oct 1996 21:50:23 -0700
  ...electronic stuff, >ya know, like radios, cd players, electronic ignition modules, engine control >modules, or anything potentially [sorry, couldn't resist the puns :-) ] >else...
• Re: '87 westy oxygen sensor problems.
  Historical mailing list - stephen de la salle
  Thu, 27 Jun 2002 23:46:30 +0100
  ...The engine control module sees this and says 'ah ha ...too much oxygen, I need to add more fuel' - result is the engine runs...
• Re: RPMs constant, but pulsing vibration at idle
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 25 Mar 2015 14:00:55 -0700
  ...idle control valve idle control module throttle body throttle switch vacuum lines/hoses checked for intake leaks, none motor mounts transmission mount 02 sensor...
• Re: Idle hunting problem, 85 1.9l
  Historical mailing list - Dave Caston & Sherrie Payne
  Sat, 30 Jan 1999 00:34:29 -0500
  ...I've bypassed the idle control module and the problem should >have just dissapeared right? Wrong. Still happens. Any thoughts? >The following are new...
• Re: Overheating Problem FIXED! Thanks all...
  Historical mailing list - kevin obrien
  Sat, 10 Aug 2002 14:55:59 -0700
  ...The Digifant > system ignition distributor has no vacuum devices or > any moving parts and > all timing changes are determined inside the > Digifant Control Module...
• =?utf-8?Q?Re=3A_Are_all_2.1_engines_digifant=3F?=
  Historical mailing list - Mike Holm Toronto
  Sun, 4 May 2014 17:16:53 -0400
  ...wavery**, not up by 2,000. **on my '89 with any of several different ECUs but the same idle control module, anyway. Yrs, David
• Re: ECU and starting question
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
  Tue, 17 Jul 2007 19:55:57 -0400
  ...switch) >> is coming from the pin #4 of the transistor ignition control module. This pin >> also has a wire that connects itself to the...
• idle stabilizer module problem - solution
  Historical mailing list - Bjorn Ratjen
  Mon, 19 Jun 2000 15:30:01 -0700
  ...idle surges when engine is at operating temperature solution: replace a transistor in the idle control unit (behind right taillight) remove right taillight, pull...
• Re: Vanagon Engine Problem
  Historical mailing list - Graham Challis
  Wed, 31 Jan 2001 10:16:54 -0800
  ...Replaced Engine Control Module (025-906-022-D) at > 285,273 miles because > the engine would not run for more than ten seconds. > I...
• High Idle Solution!
  Historical mailing list - brad barcom
  Tue, 5 Feb 2002 18:53:38 -0500
  ...which would definitely raise the idle). > I also removed the idle stabilizer control module from behind the passenger > side tail light. Upon opening it...
• Re: subu conversion
  Historical mailing list - steven brendemuehl
  Sat, 1 Nov 2003 15:28:47 -0500
  ...Ignition System Direct ignition system; platinum-tipped spark plugs Engine Management Engine Control Module (ECM) manages fuel injection and ignition systems and features learning...
• Re: Eurospec problem
  Historical mailing list - John
  Tue, 12 Oct 1999 18:24:39 -0400
  ...You need to do a pin by pin of all the circuits to the control module. There are maybe 20 circuits to be checked...
• Re: Idle hunts except when in gear
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 17 Mar 2011 13:03:50 -0400
  ...ECU when there's an engine-control issue. On the 1.9l the ECU only handles fuel control - ignition timing is by a conventional...
• Florida trip.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 19 Nov 2007 21:55:06 -0500
  ...fan control module is locking out the AC. Yes, this looks like an electrical nightmare. I may have found the ultimate conversion engine though...
• Re: Idle Stabilizer Valve
  Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
  Sun, 1 May 2005 12:29:27 -0400
  ...is on the driver's side of engine compartment between the coil and the ignition control module. From your description, sounds like it is...
• Re: Isolating an idle problem?
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sun, 21 Dec 2014 18:25:04 -0800
  I'll try cleaning the idle control module as per a link posted. I've never cleaned this one and in my installation it...
• Re: start - won't sart - solution
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Fri, 22 Aug 2003 21:24:19 -0700
  ...The earlier 1.9 Digijet system has a separate ignition module that does most of the work but this is built into the ECU...
• Testing some components
  Historical mailing list - Marc Perdue
  Sat, 11 Jan 2003 11:51:19 -0500
  ...right signal from the control module? Would it be a valid test to disconnect the valve, then turn the engine on? No change, bad...
• An electrical point to ponder
  Historical mailing list - Ken Nelson
  Tue, 29 Aug 2000 16:11:40 -0500
  ...the fuel control, ignition module, and the 2 left side fuel injectors were the only connectors not cut in the engine compartment) are, according...
• Re: Where does this relay go?
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Sun, 22 Feb 2009 16:20:18 -0600
  ...I DID was pull the cluster and replace the coolant light > controller module/relay/whatever. It was not cold enough to test it > (it...
• Re: Name your price for used 85 1.9L parts!-Looks like all the parts are SOLD!
  Historical mailing list - Weibel, Pius
  Mon, 28 Nov 2005 12:16:27 -0600
  ...than 10K miles) near complete wiring harness for engine power steering/assist pump ignition control module bleeder valve for coolant system (2) Coolant system...
• Stumble/stall/high idle '91 carat
  Historical mailing list - Rick Koller
  Sat, 24 Sep 2005 18:29:36 -0400
  ...sensor II (new), idle control module ( tried several that I have including one off my other working van) idle control valve ( again several ) throttle...
• Coolant light mysteries continued!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Fri, 30 Sep 2022 13:59:48 +0000
  ...Then need is to isolate the source of the problem, wiring, the gauge, and the coolant level module, controller, whatever you want to call...
• Re: start - won't sart - solution
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 22 Aug 2003 23:37:46 -0500
  ...The ignition coil is driven by the ECU directly. > >The earlier 1.9 Digijet system has a separate ignition module that does >most of...
• LP tank and Skylight
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Seitz
  Thu, 10 Jun 1999 16:19:33 -0500
  ...vanagon's oxygen sensor, AFM & > Digifant control module have all failed at the same mileage and the > engine still starts and runs ! Diagnosis by...
• Re: Maiden voyage ends with AAA
  Historical mailing list - lauterba
  Sat, 13 Sep 2003 21:50:50 -0400
  ...look at wiring diagrams, it looks like it could be ignition control module which I think needs to send signal to ECU for ECU...
• Re: Weird "idle" problem
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Thu, 16 Oct 2014 10:14:35 -0700
  ...engine will idle. If I recall, the yellow plug at firewall will disarm the IC system. (it disconnects power to the IC module) plug...
• Re: monitoring system
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Fri, 23 Jul 2004 22:05:31 -0500
  > 20 years ago, my father had an electronic engine monitoring system on > his '73 Bus. It monitored fuel flow, speed, etc. and could display...
• Re: 2.1L Vanagon engine still possessed by demons
  Historical mailing list - Jfp w/2 WBXs
  Sun, 27 Apr 2003 04:23:11 +0000
  ...Swapping parts is not 100% reliable since there is no guarantee that the Digifant Control Module(DCM) is getting the correct input value(s...
• hesitation when starting off(accelerating)
  Historical mailing list - John
  Mon, 23 Apr 2001 03:40:45 -0400
  ...When you depress the accelerator pedal, two signals command the Digifant control module to increase RPM. The throttle switch signals the moment of off...
• Re: ECU and starting question
  Historical mailing list - Anthony Kimmons
  Tue, 17 Jul 2007 16:57:59 -0500
  ...switch) > > is coming from the pin #4 of the transistor ignition control module. This pin > > also has a wire that connects itself to the...
• Re: That Audiovox Cruise Control
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Tue, 26 Oct 2004 07:51:06 -0700
  ...The control module mounts where the fan switch for the rear heater was previously located. <http://home.earthlink.net/~tjhannink/photos/Cruise_Control_Switch...
• Re: Engine Cranks but No Start
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Fri, 1 Apr 2016 09:55:36 -1000
  ...scott On 4/1/2016 5:58 AM, john wrote: > Won't the same symptoms occur if the ignition control module > has failed? > > John...
• Re: Kelley Park
  Historical mailing list - Austin
  Fri, 3 Apr 1998 23:43:30 -0800
  At 03:53 PM 4/3/98 -0800, Malcom wrote: >the worst engine VW ever built? I don't know -- most have weaknesses. I...
• Re: Hall sending unit/other electrical??? ('91)
  Historical mailing list - David Katsuki
  Thu, 18 Jun 1998 16:40:54 -0400
  ...the ignition controller or computer to drop during cranking. I would check the voltage at the computer, at the ignition module and at the...
• Re: Are all 2.1 engines digifant?
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Sun, 4 May 2014 22:25:38 -0600
  ...wavery**, not up by 2,000. > > **on my '89 with any of several different ECUs but the same idle > control module, anyway. > > Yrs, > David > >
• Re: Digifant de-evolution?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 29 Apr 2002 11:13:08 -0400
  ...closed-loop mode) -- and it's under command of the ISV control module (fwd of right tail-light) which is known for playing nasty...