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• question about terminals on starter/solenoid
  Historical mailing list - Chris Stinson
  Mon, 19 Jun 2000 15:59:44 -0400
  ...terminal 30 "from battery", terminal 16 "to ignition coil", and terminal 50 "from ignition/starter switch". However, my starter/solenoid only has 2 of...
• Electrical puzzle
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Thu, 14 Jun 2018 10:56:40 -0600
  ...I took everything apart and tightened and cleaned and redid both this and the alternator connection at the starter. > 2) bad ignition switch :::: I...
• Re: Start problems need help on the road
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Fri, 15 Apr 2011 00:33:33 -0500
  ...it's very easy to remove the lower steering column cover, pull the > > connector plug of the ignition switch that's currently in use...
• 88 Vanagon High Beams
  Historical mailing list - C&S Gibbs. Alaska. USA.
  Sun, 11 Jul 1999 11:55:18 -0800
  ...Engine running/ignition on for all tests: 1. front & rear parking/side lights all working (switch first position) 2. low beams working as well...
• Re: NVC- Rabbit won't start
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Sun, 12 Nov 2006 08:33:43 -0800
  Sounds like the electrical part of the ignition switch. Try jumpering around the switch, and see what happens. Roger Van Till <rvantill@SBCGLOBAL.NET...
• Re: ECU and starting question
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Tue, 17 Jul 2007 17:04:39 -0400
  With what you've described, I'd say your ignition switch isn't making good contact when turned to the "Start" position. For the...
• Re: Headlight Upgrade Eilemma
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sat, 10 Sep 2011 20:21:48 -0700
  ...In stock wiring all of the normal headlight >> current goes through the headlight switch, as well as the ignition >> switch and hi/lo beam...
• My Ignition switch replacement experience
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Sun, 29 Oct 2006 18:28:15 -0800
  ...9) Remove hex nut holding switch/lock assembly 10) Remove switch/lock assembly (with key "on") 11) Remove switch assembly (there is a screw...
• Re: Lights out last night.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 6 Nov 2006 15:42:42 -0500
  Ignition switch or wiring to/from it. Does the fan come on when you hold the high beams? If yes, then definitely the switch...
• Re: Ignition switch question
  Historical mailing list - Gabriel Hourtouat
  Thu, 22 Jun 2023 00:44:31 -0400
  ...PM Dug Smith <dug@dugbert.com> wrote: > I've had the ignition switch think the key is still in - I have to put > the...
• Re: Wipers and fan go kaput - electrical help please
  Historical mailing list - Aaron
  Wed, 12 Apr 2006 21:06:19 -0700
  ...So how do I go about checking it? Is it the ignition switch that I should be checking, or is it some sort of...
• Stopped running - solved
  Historical mailing list - Hans Roos
  Tue, 7 Nov 2000 09:32:34 -0800
  ...course! Nothing inexpensive for my Vanagon like the coil or the ignition switch. Anyway, with a new ECU it lives again. Thanks for all...
• Re: fan won't stop 87 syncro
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Gronski
  Tue, 27 Jun 2006 11:46:39 -0400
  ...wrote: > Fan comes on when ignition is turned on. Pulled the fuse, fan stays on. > Pulled thermo switch connector, fan stays on. Pulled relay...
• Radio Wiring question
  Historical mailing list - puzerewski
  Sat, 28 Oct 2000 07:26:02 -0400
  ...to the little gray/black wire that comes out of the ignition switch, so the radio will be on until I pull the key...
• Ignition cutout on 2.1L
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Tue, 4 Nov 2003 15:11:58 -0800
  ...While driving I've tried jiggling the ignition key thinking that would show any problems with the switch. It has no effects. Any ideas...
• Re: Wipers suddenly not working, trip tomorrow
  Historical mailing list - Mike South
  Sat, 1 Jun 2013 19:33:44 -0500
  ...from the X terminal of the > ignition switch is good. > I pre-emptively replaced the ignition switch with a new one when I was...
• Re: Bypassed DIS
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Thu, 20 May 2010 12:02:12 -0400
  At 11:48 AM 5/20/2010, Zoltan wrote: >Check if your idle switch is working at all. It should click when you move...
• Re: Mystery Part unveiled
  Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
  Fri, 21 Jan 2000 08:20:13 EST
  ...I would switch to the "distributor less" ignition system more power to the plugs with NO MORE rotor to wear out. Robert [message/rfc822]
• Cookies, locks,
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 5 Jan 1996 20:10:16 -0800
  ...gee, maybe a key for the original door lock would OPERATE the original ignition switch... too much to hope? I'll try tomorrow anyway...
• Re: Intermittent Starting problem
  Historical mailing list - Joe Romas
  Mon, 5 Mar 2001 10:40:26 -0500
  Barry, If anything the oil should help! Could be a ignition switch, bad ground strap on the transmission, or a bad starter for starters...
• Re: AC blower switch -- DIY fix?
  Historical mailing list - G. Jannini
  Sat, 7 Jul 2007 11:12:42 -0500
  ...One word of caution- there's power to th bigass 50 amp fuse in the back when the ignition switch is off! George/ATL...
• Re: [Having difficulty with the archives...but..my westy won't start...]
  Historical mailing list - d t
  Fri, 15 Sep 2000 14:36:22 MDT
  ...Sounds like an ignition switch problem. There are several circuits in the switch. Sometimes some systems will work and some won't. 2. Battery...
• Re: headlights OUT!
  Historical mailing list - Thomas D. Hanlon
  Thu, 12 Aug 1999 17:56:12 -0700
  ...Is the ignition switch possibly part of this mess? Could I have > > blown both headlight elements by some weird coinkydink?? > > > > In the dark, > > > > Scott
• Re: It's hard to make your Vanagon better when they're making the parts crappier
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Mon, 1 Jul 2013 16:25:10 -0500
  ...I had to replace the > > > week-old switch with an old one I had removed from another Vanagon! > > > > > > Between the heater valves and ignition...
• Re: Won't start
  Historical mailing list - Paul
  Sat, 1 Dec 2012 09:36:02 -0800
  ...The ignition switch > obviously does not get wet, but if it has a crack, it may be one of the > weak points. > > mcneely > > ---- tina...
• Re: CO Adjusting Screw. PO Set it All The Way In? Base Setting?
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Thu, 21 Jun 2012 15:35:21 -0700
  ...this often will work - > Ignition can't be too advanced ...needs to be pretty close to spec. > Idle switch must make contact every time...
• Re: '86 Vanagon Starts, Dies....Revisited (Help!)
  Historical mailing list - Horace K. Sawyer
  Sat, 15 Jan 2000 21:39:43 -0500
  ...Most >members here suggested replacing the ignition switch. > >Since I last wrote a note the following has been replaced: > >Ignition Switch >Plugs >Cap >Rotor...
• No Start Problem
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Tue, 30 Nov 2010 13:47:59 +0000
  ...It's been doing this a while, I *thought* it was the ignition switch, so I replaced that about a month ago, but still...
• Re: Coolant Low Level Light Useful?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 14 Oct 2009 21:06:04 -0400
  ...to >wire in a 87/87a type relay from X on ignition switch. That way if the >ground opens (coolant low) the light should...
• Re: 81 steering wheel height
  Historical mailing list - Frank Grunthaner
  Tue, 11 Jan 2000 19:39:45 EST
  ...The rest of the holder supporting the ignition switch bolts to the dash support, so again an adapter could be fabricated. Because of liability...
• Where does starter solenoid wiring go?
  Historical mailing list - VWNut Hawk
  Sun, 16 Oct 2005 10:36:40 -0500
  On a 84, where does the wire that connects to the solenoid connect to? I assume it must go through the ignition switch. Does...
• Re: Van Dies while in motion
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sat, 21 Dec 2013 22:33:59 -0500
  ...I would get a new battery and a new > ignition switch. You can drop the lower column cover, unplug the old > ignition switch from...
• Re: Radio Install
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Thu, 27 Mar 2008 22:03:00 -0700
  ...wire from the key switch for radio ACC power. It's +12V whenever you INSERT A KEY into the ignition, no need to turn...
• Re: Key/Lock issues
  Historical mailing list - Alan Bosch
  Thu, 27 Apr 2000 11:21:50 -0500
  ...Of the remaining three, all will open the doors and hatch and work the ignition switch. However, only the two with the black plastic...
• Re: Go Westy Fridge update kit
  Historical mailing list - Bill Glenn
  Wed, 12 Sep 2007 02:51:02 -0400
  ...Please remember that on units that do not have the electronic ignition, the peizo-electric spark for ignition is actuated at the end of...
• Re: Smacked the steering wheel and the van died
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Thu, 15 Apr 2010 18:08:49 -0700
  I'm betting that its your ignition switch. Try waggling the key back and forth with the motor running - if it cuts out, you...
• Re: 91(bus) dead on the freeway tech expertise needed !
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Wed, 28 Jan 2004 16:01:40 -0800
  ...Hole number 4 is connected to the > > ignition switch contact that turns on the ignition coil and ECU. Connect > > a voltmeter probe between hole...
• Re: Wiper Failure (again) X-switch for ignition
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Tue, 8 Mar 2011 05:27:00 +0200
  ...Wiper Failure (again) X-switch for ignition Please note that I will be away from my business travelling from December 06 until April 30...
• Re: broke down in Portland, need help
  Historical mailing list - Jack R
  Sun, 9 Jun 2019 13:17:13 -0400
  ...broke down in Portland, need help hi David, he did the following - swap in a new fuel pump relay - bypassing the onboard ignition switch...
• Re: ignition switch-- how to article
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Wed, 31 Mar 2010 12:18:55 -0700
  ...Wasn't hard to find. ;) http://www.vanagain.com/how2ign.htm It's not hard to test the new switch. Just remove cover, pull...
• Re: headlights OUT!
  Historical mailing list - Thomas D. Hanlon
  Thu, 12 Aug 1999 15:48:05 -0700
  ...Is the ignition switch possibly part of this mess? Could I have > blown both headlight elements by some weird coinkydink?? > > In the dark, > > Scott
• Re: 87 Vanagon fuse problem
  Historical mailing list - John McLean
  Sun, 19 Dec 1999 18:38:48 -0800
  I can tell you from recent personal experience that it's your ignition switch. Go back a week or two in the archives. Jaymac...
• Bosch fuel pump history, and: Fuel Primer?
  Historical mailing list - Bulley
  Fri, 5 May 2000 10:17:01 -0400
  ...The pump ran off a relay, the contact breaker points in the distributor, and the ignition switch. In the earliest version, the pump would...
• Re: electrical woes
  Historical mailing list - Scott Maurer
  Sat, 31 May 1997 23:02:44 +0000
  ...Then the instrument panel lighted with >>ignition key off and the headlight switch on. However, with the van >>running, no instrument panel lights, no...
• Re: recap (still not fixed) Re: Update (not fixed...) Re: FIXED? (and, advice needed...) (was: Re: low voltage, starter running intermittently, but alternator is okay?)
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Thu, 26 Jan 2006 17:04:02 -0500
  ...solonoid and the ignition switch.If it acts the same as before (1 start in 10), that wiring and ignition switch are ok.If...
• Re: Trouble on the road: starter motor and charging relay have common problem?
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Mon, 21 Aug 2017 21:59:48 -0600
  Could it be Ignition Switch Related ~ ORR ~ DeanB On 21 Aug , 2017, at 6:35 PM, Roy Nicholl wrote: > When was the last time...
• Re: Balky starter
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 7 Jan 1996 12:03:09 -0500
  ...Thoughts? TIA, Tim > > Problem might be weak solenoid or resistance in solenoid circuit from ignition switch. Check voltage at solenoid when ignition switch in...
• Re: no parking lights? huh? wiring worries
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Wed, 26 Feb 2003 18:56:54 -0800
  ...I have a brand new headlight & ignition > > switch > > plus new X relay. Here is another kicker- when the headlights are > > on the > > defrost and...
• Re: Upper steering column grease recommendation and what else to do while replacing ignition switch
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Thu, 13 Dec 2012 13:56:09 -0800
  No way, that stuff is easy compared to removing and replacing a Syncro fuel tank. Mark Scott Daniel - Turbovans wrote: > It is about 'the...
• Re keying rear hacth and sliding door locks
  Historical mailing list - zzyzx
  Sat, 28 Nov 2009 16:19:14 -0800
  ...The ignition switch/front doors key will not actuate the locks. Any guidance on removal of the lock assemblies for regrinding the locks pins...
• Re: Engine cut off- 90' Westy
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 21 Jan 2002 11:33:27 EST
  You could try the ignition switch first as these are $9 from me and not that hard to replace (see my website for instructions...
• Re: HELP!! No Headlights - 87 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Fri, 28 Oct 2005 12:40:55 -0400
  ...If they also don't work it is the electrical portion of the ignition switch. see this posting: http://gerry.vanagon.com/cgi-bin...
• Re: Random Instant Shutdown
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Fri, 19 Oct 2012 10:50:48 -0600
  ...If this is your problem no >> amount of parts swapping in the engine compartment is going to fix >> it. >> >> From the ignition switch a...
• Re: Installing an after market radio?
  Historical mailing list - David Hally
  Sun, 2 Sep 2007 16:43:56 -0700
  I connected the "trigger wire" to the "key in lock" connection on the ignition switch (the one that sets off the beeper). Now the...
• Re: A Mystery
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
  Sun, 1 Sep 2013 13:54:09 -0700
  ...While cranking does the >> alternator >> warning light remain lighted and does the tach needle move? If not >> check the >> ignition switch. It may fail...
• Re: won't start
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 12 Nov 2012 17:08:00 -0800
  I've had this happen with a bad ignition switch. Being intermittent makes me think this is likely your problem. You can short out...
• No Headlights or Turnsignals but Markers OK Update 3
  Historical mailing list - Cunegonde
  Wed, 26 Oct 2016 13:21:25 -0700
  ...Since all accessories work with the ignition on or running, I ruled that out. I carefully tested the dash light switch for continuity and...
• Fuel in intake boot?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer 19618-5th Ave so Seattle WA 98148
  Wed, 19 Jan 2000 01:13:06 EST
  ...while driving was diagnosed by several members as possibly being the ignition switch. Strangely the problem disappeared on it's own. Yet now, a...
• Re: Headlight Ground
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Tue, 13 Mar 2001 08:12:06 -0600
  ...However if you increase the size of the ground you will be pushing more current through the already stressed light switch, ignition switch, and...
• Re: Ignition Switch Question
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Mon, 7 Jul 2014 09:05:31 -1000
  ...another, hopefully a last question, does terminal 15 remain "hot" when the switch goes from "start" to "on"? > > Thanks. > > Ric > > Sent from my iPad