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• Re: Fuel Pump - How to disable
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 26 Jan 2004 20:51:02 -0600
  ...my fuel > pump so it does not turn on when the ignition switch turns on. I am > assuming there is a fuse that controls...
• Cold-start up oil issue..a solution
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Thu, 4 Oct 2007 08:01:09 -0700
  ...I suggest using the electric switched model, the one that activates as you switch on the ignition. Essentially, it 'pushes' 2-5 quarts of...
• Re: Ignition turned "off", engine stays on. Pull up handbrake engine goes off??
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Tue, 5 Aug 2008 21:49:12 -0700
  ...The engine idled perfectly with ignition switch off. When I pulled up the hand brake, the engine off. I also noticed the " ! " light didn...
• Re: (1) Knocking CV's (2) Ignition Switch Housing
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Thu, 26 Oct 2023 22:12:28 -0600
  ...if 1 direction makes more clunking than the other ~ > > (2) Replaced ignition switch housing with new because the steering column > shaft was loose in...
• Re: '86 Westy cranking trouble
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Sat, 19 Apr 2008 21:33:20 -0700
  ...With the ignition switch on, I only had 5 to 6 volts on this > wire. Tap the relay with power on and the relays...
• Re: radio
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 25 Dec 2011 11:36:33 -0800
  a handy thing to remember is for radios that like an accessory position on the ignition switch ..that vanagons don't have .. is get...
• Could hot starting problems be caused by a defective ignition swich?
  Historical mailing list - George Averill
  Thu, 15 Dec 2005 23:39:23 -0500
  ...Could I have an ignition switch that is intermittent, and that is what is keeping the engine from starting when hot? How can I...
• Re: 87Syncro,Headlights won't turn on
  Historical mailing list - Austin
  Fri, 19 Sep 1997 22:41:31 -0700
  ...I thought it would >be the ignition switch so I tried moving it a little to see if the lights >would come on, didn...
• Backup light puzzle anyone?
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Mon, 10 Apr 2017 18:08:50 -0700
  ...they are on all the time when ignition is on (other bulbs work fine). The switch on the selector is brand new (both parts...
• Re: Headlights Still Out
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 16 Oct 2012 13:36:05 -0700
  ...always keep a known-good or new Ignition Switch in the van to just try quickly. All you have to do is drop the...
• Re: Back-up lights
  Historical mailing list - Ben
  Tue, 29 Oct 2013 23:48:00 -0700
  ...The automatics have their back-up light switches at the shifter console. Whereas, the manual trans have their switches at the nose come area...
• Re: Damned Radiator fan again..(87 Westy Syncro)
  Historical mailing list - Tom Smith
  Sat, 2 Sep 2000 18:34:47 EDT
  ...With the ignition switch on, unplug it and try a jumper wire across the different connectors in the plug. Some combination(s) should make...
• Re: [Re: [intermiitent ignition problem]]
  Historical mailing list - d t
  Tue, 11 Jul 2000 13:55:17 MDT
  ...ignition > switch that got me motoring while waiting for the real deal VW unit to arrive. > The new one's now in place, and...
• Re: It's time to hit that idle Stabilizer on the head!!!
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Mon, 3 Sep 2007 06:39:34 -0700
  ...switch input > 31 5 Ground > ST1 11 Output1 to ISV (Transistor Collector?) > ST2 4 Output2 to ISV > 1 17 Ignition pulses from Ignition coil...
• Re: Unknown Battery drain!!
  Historical mailing list - PB
  Wed, 24 Mar 2010 13:29:20 -0700
  ...and, when you get around to it, connect your gauge power to "switched > on" power, perhaps at the ignition switch wire, under the plastic...
• Re: Busted ignition lock
  Historical mailing list - David Easterwood
  Wed, 1 Mar 1995 15:11:50 -0500
  ...My short term solution has been disconnecting the switch wires from the fuse box and attaching another switch from a 72. Ugly remedy but...
• Continuing saga of symptoms imitating vanagon syndrome--85 westy
  Historical mailing list - roger sisler
  Sat, 18 Jun 2005 10:04:18 -0700
  ...swapped hall control,wiggeled wires,wiggeled ignition switch,checked all over for vacuumn leaks, gapped throttel switch,put a new return spring on the...
• Re: Re-introduction & Dash Removal Question
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
  Sun, 23 Feb 2014 15:51:09 -0700
  Blower Fan Heater Core Heater Core Valve Heater Box Clips Ignition Switch Brake Master Cylinder (no clutch MC since it is an auto) Wiper...
• Re: It won't even start.
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 5 Nov 1995 17:39:10 -0500
  ...Sounds like a problem with the ignition switch. I'd start by checking it first. Jim Davis 87 Syncro 88 Wolfsburg
• Muir, again& again
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 10 Jul 1995 22:12:12 -0500
  ...intro) advises that Buick is looking into electronic key fob activated ignition switches, as Buick drivers "have trouble turning the key". let's hope...
• No fuel line pressure when off???
  Historical mailing list - B.J.R.
  Mon, 8 Sep 2008 17:13:30 -0700
  in my 1982 westy, should the fuel rail remain pressurized once switched off? I have a pressure gauge attached in-line as I was...
• Re: Cutting out....fuel pump acting strange
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Sat, 16 Dec 2000 11:45:46 EST
  ...This continues until I turn the ignition off. Today I >let it >run for a good 30 seconds. I switched the ignition off, and...
• Re: Starting problem
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sat, 21 Jun 2008 17:09:05 -0500
  ...Causes may include, corroded connections anywhere in the circuit driving the solenoid, resistance at the contacts in the ignition switch, dirt/corrosion causing sticking...
• Help with 12v Dometic wiring
  Historical mailing list - Rick Foster
  Tue, 9 Jun 2009 18:41:37 -0400
  ...2- clean wiring from relay thru fuse block and to ignition switch. 3- + Power from bat at term 87 thru term 30 to frig...
• Re: Key in power - no start situation
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Fri, 5 Nov 2021 01:24:31 +0000
  ...It clearly seemed like an electrical issue, but after > replacing the ignition switch, safety switch at the transmission (it’s an > automatic), the starter...
• Re: Ignition Switch Question
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Mon, 7 Jul 2014 11:24:02 -0700
  ...does terminal 15 remain "hot" when > the switch goes from "start" to "on"? -- Neil n Blog: tubaneil.blogspot.ca '88 Westy http://tinyurl.com...
• Re: headlight switch mystery, help!
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Fri, 25 Jun 1999 19:10:51 +0200
  ...The 2nd source is from the ignition switch (marked X) and powers the head lights (56). Now, we'll concentrate on the 56 circuit...
• Re: Start/Run/Then No Start
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 8 Nov 2011 12:37:57 -0800
  ...I have >> voltage for 2 - 3 seconds when I turn ignition on. >> >> Can I conclude that my ignition switch is OK? >> >> Thanks, >> >> Skip >> 84...
• Today's PUZZLER... SLWR-VAN won't start
  Historical mailing list - Chris Stinson
  Fri, 23 Jun 2000 14:19:34 -0400
  ...solenoid - checked the ignition switch (by hooking a new switch up to the wires going to the current ignition switch) - checked the coil (by...
• 02 Sensor expected life?
  Historical mailing list - Tom Forhan
  Sat, 17 Mar 2007 06:20:55 -0700
  ...sudden no power condition once warm, correcting itself for a bit when ignition switch was turned off to reset the computer to thinking it...
• Re: broke down in Portland, need help
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sun, 9 Jun 2019 08:28:09 -0700
  hi David, he did the following - swap in a new fuel pump relay - bypassing the onboard ignition switch and use a new spare - unplug...
• Re: Lost Keys
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Mon, 29 Jan 2007 16:14:46 -0800
  ...I had one door key > that worked and I bought a > new ignition key lock, thought I was in pretty fair > shape. That is...
• Re: Rewiring bell/ringer, 90 Vanagon GL
  Historical mailing list - George Jannini
  Fri, 26 Apr 2002 16:25:11 -0400
  ...in the driver's side door switch. That allows me to leave a key in the ignition while camped, without the bother of hearing...
• Electrical puzzle
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Thu, 14 Jun 2018 16:41:45 -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: HELP: Engine stopped
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Mon, 11 Jul 2016 08:03:31 -0400
  ...The switch seems to work in the sense that I hear at least one relay >> coming on when I turn the ignition to the...
• Re: Switched 12V power in Engine compartment and hall unit to ecu question. (1984 van)
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Wed, 28 Jun 2006 10:09:28 -0700
  Good raw switched power comes in to the ignition coil by a black wire from the key switch. Don't add any real load...
• Re: OK That's It! I'm getting rid of this if it refuses to start!
  Historical mailing list - Mark Rokus
  Sun, 26 Apr 1998 17:47:11 -0400
  ...Ah-ha says I, > >Ignition > >switch!! So I ordered one. Finally got around to swapping it out and > >found that > >the little tab from...
• Re: the case of the curious blinking LED
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 31 Aug 2009 21:37:57 -0400
  ...I'se be suspecting the "ignition" switch. -- David Beierl - Providence RI USA -- http://pws.prserv.net/synergy/Vanagon/ '89 Po' White Star "Scamp"
• Re: Replace your ignition switch.
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Mon, 7 Sep 2009 18:17:51 -0400
  ...On Sep 7, 2009, at 11:54 AM, David Marshall wrote: > I've done a few switches too - why why why did VW put...
• Re: Headlight swtich diagnostics?
  Historical mailing list - mdrillock
  Mon, 22 Dec 2008 16:57:54 -0800
  ...with >>> ignition off + headlight switch on, three LEDs in the dashboard glow. >>> With engine running + headlight switch off - normal. Engine running >>> + headlight switch on...
• Re: Ignition switch question
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 21 Jun 2023 09:28:59 -0400
  ...Stop, turn key and remove. >>>> My radio stays on until I open my door. >>>> Did my ignition switch organically grow a new feature? >>
• Re: no STArt!!
  Historical mailing list - Timothy Lee Harrison
  Fri, 12 Sep 2003 00:15:54 +0100
  ...If that worked, try the same again with the ignition switched on - it should start. If this helps, simply fit a direct connection to...
• Re: Arduino and Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Sat, 16 Nov 2013 19:28:09 -0600
  ...The ignition spark is by > definition according to engine position and the fuel injectors fire > based on the same triggering event that the ignition...
• Re: Radio Retrofit
  Historical mailing list - Mike Ray
  Thu, 20 Apr 2000 14:38:54 -0400
  ...So I added an additional rear-defrogger (hehe) switch to the dash and ran the ignition hot through it on it's way to...
• Re: HELP: Engine stopped
  Historical mailing list - Fuzzy :philippe
  Sun, 10 Jul 2016 19:17:42 -0700
  ...The switch seems to work in the sense that I hear at least one relay coming on when I turn the ignition to the...
• Re: Throttle Switch and Failure to Start.
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Mon, 20 Apr 2015 07:38:30 -0400
  ...Carefully clean distributor cap inside and outside, all HV ignition wires, end of coil where the wires attach. Reconnect wires properly :-) Larry A.
• Re: Another Vanagon Stolen In Seattle
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 1 Aug 2014 09:50:17 -0700
  ...Maybe there is a hidden ignition switch. I hope so. Most VW shops around here park their customer's rigs in unsecure lots or...
• Re: Which wire is stereo's power?
  Historical mailing list - KENWILFY
  Sat, 7 Mar 1998 22:16:34 EST
  ...flasher switch or the hot wire in the back of the rear window defrost which gets hot when you turn on the ignition, but...
• Re: No spark, help, working again mysteriously
  Historical mailing list - alfred bagdan
  Mon, 31 Jul 2006 16:55:19 -0600
  ...I will get a spare ignition switch though, since that seems to be the problem by majority consensus. Alfred 85 Westy
• Re: Progressive rough running - until ignition reset
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Mon, 27 Dec 2010 22:52:43 -0500
  ...I turned off the > wipers, the heater fans, and the head lights, shut off the ignition, and > then hit the switch again. She fired...
• Re: No Start: Fuel Pump?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Thu, 17 Aug 2017 16:46:33 -0700
  ...to ignition on (dash lights on), the fuel pump primes twice in a row? If so, swapping in a known good ignition switch is...
• Re: Headlight buzzer?
  Historical mailing list - Dug Smith
  Fri, 19 Apr 2013 08:55:18 -0700
  ...but I just fed power from the headlight switch into the relay instead of ignition power, so if I open the door with the...
• Re: starter/ignition weird
  Historical mailing list - Ken Hunter
  Fri, 12 Jan 2001 21:09:27 EST
  ...COM writes: << at bus-boys.com I have seen a inexpensive ignition bypass kit that is supposed to direct more current straight thru to...
• Re: fog lights
  Historical mailing list - Chris Stann
  Mon, 8 Apr 2002 11:02:34 -0500
  ...the high-beams and shut off when ignition is off. I have a factory fog light switch in the previously empty slot on lower...
• Re: No start
  Historical mailing list - Grant Johnson
  Wed, 1 Jun 2016 21:22:15 -0700
  ...I swapped in a new ignition switch about a month ago, and I was so blinded by it, that I failed to realize the...
• electrical problem
  Historical mailing list - Trooz
  Wed, 27 Jan 2010 16:43:16 -0800
  ...I wondered about the ignition switch itself, so when I got home I fussed with it some without turning the engine off but no...
• Re: Back-up light electrical short
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Fri, 16 Jun 2006 00:46:37 -0400
  ...a switch so removing the two wires and joining them together > would be the same as the switch "Making" when the ignition is on...
• Re: # warning buzzer for turn signal and parking lights left on
  Historical mailing list - SStones
  Tue, 30 Sep 2003 11:09:38 -0400
  ...These lights are > > also not affected by the ignition switch. > > Situation #2 is much more common, because when I > > turn into the parking spot...
• Re: Lights out!
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Thu, 18 Oct 2012 22:31:46 -0500
  ...If the wipers and heater fan > don't work either when the headlight switch is turned on, you almost > certainly have a bad ignition...
• Re: Progressive rough running - until ignition reset
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 28 Dec 2010 00:51:23 -0600
  ...I turned off the >> wipers, the heater fans, and the head lights, shut off the ignition, and >> then hit the switch again. She fired...