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• Digifant problems - uneven running
  Historical mailing list - Edward Wilson
  Mon, 10 Oct 1994 09:39:32 -0700
  ...sensor has four connections (for two signals) - one signal is the angle of the flap -> air flow, the other signal is the air temperature...
• Re: oil pressure gauge and temp gauge
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Tue, 19 May 2020 08:30:19 -0400
  ...The > GoWesty adapter for the temperature sensor is an awesome solution. > > Autometer also has a nifty 3 gauge combination that is priced well and...
• Re: update - Rocky's results - was Westy Karma, was stuck in Custer
  Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
  Tue, 5 Oct 2004 17:19:15 -0700
  ...with Rocky my thermostat and heat sensor, with Max in the UP my O2 sensor), and replace those, but that doesn't fix the...
• Re: Cooling system questions for 1.9L
  Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
  Wed, 14 Sep 2005 10:34:57 -0400
  ...The factory temperature guage is not a reliable indicator of >dangerously high coolant temperature - anything past half way actually >indicates an over temp condition...
• Re: Disappearing Coolant - Head Leak?-Engine Oil Viscosity!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 15 Sep 2004 21:12:24 -0400
  ...I just wanted to see if the leak is from within the sensor, or leaking between the sensor and the tank. I unplugged the...
• Re: conflicting cooling problem data...(this one is for the true experts...)
  Historical mailing list - robert shawn feller
  Sat, 24 Jun 2006 19:45:13 -0400
  ...Top row far > > right? > > > > > > > >Temperature sensor resistance > > > > > > > >F (C) Ohms > > > >50 10 3100-4100 > > > >68 20 2000-3000 > > > >86 30 1500-2000 > > > >104 40...
• Re: Expected Life of a Cat Converter??
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 15 Jan 2011 21:42:44 -0500
  ...This practice to increase power (ha) or response and smoothness, increases the production of NOx by increasing the peak flame temperatures. The higher exhaust...
• Re: Van dies when cold
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Sun, 8 Aug 1999 23:32:39 -0400
  ...I changed the coolant temperature sensor and checked the > connections to the computer. Didn't help. The idle stabilizer appears to > be working. It...
• Help ..
  Historical mailing list - Van A Man
  Thu, 7 Sep 2000 13:05:11 -0500
  ...I've change the coolant sensor and a leaky coolant overflow tank,and it still flashes, the temperature gauge doesn't show any overheating...
• Re: Dometic fridge on 110V?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Sun, 25 May 2003 17:20:49 -0400
  ...but is strictly temperature dependent. It'll run even if the fridge is not on ..... as long as the area behind the fridge gets...
• Re: Temperature guage
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Mon, 9 Apr 2001 07:28:57 -0700
  ...At the same > time, I replaced both of the temp sensors in the thermostat housing and the > fan switch in the radiator (along with...
• Re: Link to 12v DC outhouse exhaust fan?
  Historical mailing list - Matt Roberds
  Sun, 17 Jun 2007 01:27:47 -0500
  ...If any of the fans you run across have three wires, the third wire is probably for a tachometer or temperature sensor. Computer motherboards...
• Re: Report: gas mileage, in town, 1.9L AT
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Tue, 5 Apr 2011 17:34:55 -0700
  ...with the O2 sensor and enrich the fuel mix to keep the van from stalling until it reaches normal operating temperature. Help me, Mr...
• Re: Is there a better Upgraded compressor for the 88 up 2.1L?
  Historical mailing list - TJ Hannink
  Sat, 7 Aug 2004 05:59:39 -0700
  ...should be around 2.2 times the ambient temperature. The Vanagons high side pressure sensor should close at around 215 psi, if your fan...
• Re: Side Air Intake Engine Cooling Question (searched)
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Tue, 27 Jul 2010 16:00:48 -0600
  On Jul 27, 2010, at 3:39 PM, Jake de Villiers wrote: > I managed to lower the temperature of my 1.9 WBX when...
• Good news, - was;'84 temp gauge shoots up fast
  Historical mailing list - HotelWestfalia
  Sat, 17 Dec 2011 19:14:21 -0800
  ...Re: '84 temp gauge shoots up fast > If coolant is low, or coolant sensor is bad, temperature gauge will > shoot way up, often with...
• Re: Erratic temp LED and gauge needle
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 15 Oct 2019 23:04:19 +0000
  ...As the engine warms the coolant expansion may satisfy the sensor. The later vans used a different low coolant controller. They pulse the gauge...
• Re: Diagnosing flashing lights
  Historical mailing list - B Feddish
  Thu, 6 May 2021 14:57:27 +0000
  ...I have replaced both temp sensors and coolant level sensor. The whole gauge cluster in the dash has been replaced with a new LED...
• Re: intermittent running rich issue
  Historical mailing list - John Goubeaux
  Wed, 7 Dec 2016 11:13:56 -0800
  ...To me, b/c it has only happened on the warmup cycle seems to point to temperature and the sensor, and or values it...
• Re: Water Wetter questions...
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Sun, 12 Jul 2015 20:58:19 -1000
  ...It seems many people do not understand that a thermosat only affects the 'keep it this warm please' temperature. say there's huge load...
• Re: Oil light and warning
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Wed, 18 Nov 2015 21:47:00 +0000
  ...Also, make SURE the connector below the AC and above the exhaust pipe that allows you to unplug that lower sensor is not corroded...
• Re: Van dies when cold
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Sun, 8 Aug 1999 23:29:42 -0400
  ...I changed the coolant temperature sensor and checked the > connections to the computer. Didn't help. The idle stabilizer appears to > be working. It...
• Re: water pump R&R
  Historical mailing list - ccc1
  Thu, 9 Oct 2003 04:54:23 -0500
  ...Antifreeze is designed to be mixed equally with water for maximum temperature protection. And why do you believe that a "local guru who has...
• Re: '87 vanagon camper hesitating/bucking and burnin g gas in m�xico
  Historical mailing list - jes poynter
  Thu, 10 Nov 2011 08:37:10 -0800
  ...i just got an extender to > do so. > > i have replaced both temperature sensors. > > now what's happening is the gas/bucking thing seems...
• Re: Mann Oil Filter and lifters Was:Engine Starting Problem
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Wed, 26 Feb 2014 11:33:32 -0600
  ...C > >>>>>>>>> at this temperature the reading should be 3000 ohm to 3500 ohm. > >>>>>>>>> I also checked at the temp 2 sensor, it was 3178...
• Re: Faint coolant smell
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Tue, 8 Sep 2015 11:07:45 -0700
  ...Turned out to be a really slow leak at coolant level sensor in coolant bottle with blue cap and at the rear heater valve...
• Re: Idle stabilizer
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Sun, 11 Oct 1998 13:47:58 -0700
  ...Also the temperature sensor in the thermostat housing influences idle, I think it's the blue one. > 1000 rpm is a bit high for...
• Still here and driving
  Historical mailing list - Colin Moran
  Mon, 4 Oct 1999 08:48:17 -0500
  ...The hall sensor failed. It started shutting off after driving for about 30 minutes. Sometimes it would restart sometimes not. I have not had...
• Re: metal coolant bottles Friday thoughts.
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Fri, 21 Apr 2023 23:32:17 -0400
  ...The sensor also sounds like a better choice to me. But, for you sighted folks that window in the GW one would be nice...
• Re: Boiling radiator light etc.
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Wed, 07 Jun 95 13:44:16 CDT
  ...on my 88 bus, i think it's the coolant level sensor itself that's gone a bit wacko. sometimes it will come on...
• Re: Das Blinkenlights
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Thu, 24 Nov 2005 23:36:05 -0500
  ...Depending on temperature, it takes a bit of time for the > sampling to take place. Once done, if the resistance is correct, the > light...
• Re: Oil pressure light and buzzer
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Wed, 6 Sep 2017 21:53:38 -0700
  ...like the temperature changes and vibration conditions on soft copper. Flare fittings would be a better choice. The higher pressure oil sensor should be...
• Re: seeking Air Cooled info/advice (82 Westy)
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 18 Sep 2002 20:31:26 -0500
  ...Throttle Valve switch. (Full throttle switch) Engine Temperature Sensor Part # 0.280.130.012 Pressure Regulator (vacuum Limiter) Part # 0.280.160.100 Resistor...
• Re: Anyone got a dead Dometic?
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Fri, 14 May 2004 22:29:41 -0500
  ...doing some serious experimenting with > my westy fridge, and have 4 temperature sensors > and some data logging equipment attached to our > fridge for the...
• Re: Exhaust manifold blown - rusted bolts...tips?
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Fri, 1 Jun 2007 10:26:16 -0700
  ...sensor is not getting a real reading with the leak. The ECU doesn't pay attention to the O2 until a certain temperature is...
• Re: Mann Oil Filter and lifters Was:Engine Starting Problem
  Historical mailing list - Craig Cowan
  Wed, 26 Feb 2014 02:05:55 -0500
  ...C >>>>>>>> at this temperature the reading should be 3000 ohm to 3500 ohm. >>>>>>>> I also checked at the temp 2 sensor, it was 3178...
• Re: adding resister to center 1.9 coolant temp gauge?
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Tue, 6 Jul 2010 17:45:06 -0700
  ...Now the gauge reads high, about 65%-70% when normal operating temperature instead of 50% (LED dead center) like the old one. > > I'm...
• Re: Help! No ground to the fuel injectors???
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Tue, 18 Dec 2001 17:37:11 -0600
  Did you check the temperature sensor on the head. As I recall the ECU on a type 4 shuts down completely if that sensor...
• 1/4 mile syndrome is back!
  Historical mailing list - Darie Duclos
  Mon, 4 Oct 1999 16:03:14 +0200
  ...bus. - a car electrician just checked some values related to the temperature sensor. He found that at 40 degrees it read 1200 somethings (ohms...
• Re: SMOG TEST failure
  Historical mailing list - John Goubeaux
  Thu, 7 Feb 2008 18:28:11 -0800
  ...Why > temperature? The big un-vaporized fuel molecules may not get the oxygen > even if it is available. That is why there are winter...
• Re: Spoke too soon... (won't idle when warm)
  Historical mailing list - Alfred Bagdan
  Thu, 29 Jan 2004 09:55:38 -0700
  The first thing that should come to mind when the starting problem is temperature related, is the Temp2 sensor, a cheap and easy part...
• Re: Side Air Intake Engine Cooling Question (searched)
  Historical mailing list - neil n
  Tue, 27 Jul 2010 19:36:45 -0700
  ...In fact, changing to the newer FLAPS generic temp sensor brought my WBX temp gauge to 12:00 over the LED. This possibly indicates...
• Re: Oil Light flashing
  Historical mailing list - A. Hurley
  Thu, 16 Nov 2006 17:37:30 -0500
  ...Just the low sensor. Since the ligh is only coming on during slow dwn, I'm thinking chaffed insulation rubing on the protective tin...
• Re: Oil Light flashing
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Wed, 4 Oct 2006 07:30:39 EDT
  ...Our best guess at the moment is a wonky sensor. What sayeth the list??? If helpful emails could be cc'd to gord@pottsfamily...
• Re: 90GL cold start trouble Part II/UPDATE
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Sat, 20 Oct 2007 20:09:35 -0700
  ...program > resulting in a fairly easy start? Iguess the ambient air temperature sensor > in the air cleaner could also be at fault. > \ > I'm...
• Re: Cooling woes and the aborted trip to TBTT (somewhat longish...)
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 16 Jul 2000 19:45:13 -0500
  Alan, take your rig to a mechanic with one of those space age heat sensors that takes a temperature reading from whatever it is...
• Re: one last effort to get the temp control gauge under control
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:57:15 -0800
  ...My >mechanic measured actual head temps and installed a resistor (where? I >don't know) to provide an accurate temperature reading on the gauge...
• Re: More stalling troubles (long)
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Tue, 8 Jun 1999 16:02:30 -0500
  ...Check fuel pressure, check for leaky injectors, coolant temperature sensor (should read about 0.1 volt with warm engine) or check per bentley. Check...
• Re: Mann Oil Filter and lifters Was:Engine Starting Problem
  Historical mailing list - Tom Hargrave
  Wed, 26 Feb 2014 01:01:24 -0600
  ...C >>>>>> at this temperature the reading should be 3000 ohm to 3500 ohm. >>>>>> I also checked at the temp 2 sensor, it was 3178...
• Re: Flashing dash LED
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 17 Apr 2000 20:21:53 -0500
  ...In the top of the tank is a sensor with two electrodes or prongs that stick down into the coolant. As long ast the...
• Re: Power & MPG Summer/Winter
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Tue, 10 Nov 2015 19:44:00 -0600
  ...It's showing an oil pressure fault that appears to be a sensor system malfunction rather than a problem with the engine. Hope to...
• Re: Start/Run/Then No Start/Temp II - now good
  Historical mailing list - Skip
  Fri, 11 Nov 2011 12:00:46 +0000
  ...Anyway, the new Temp II sensor somehow fixed my issue of not starting with a fully warmed engine. She now starts at all temperatures...
• Re: Oil Cooler Upgrade I did...
  Historical mailing list - Bill Knight
  Tue, 4 May 1999 15:53:42 -0400
  ...I am measuring the temperature in the oil galley near the oil filter using a VDO sensor in the second oil pressure switch location...
• Vanagon Syndrom - still, or is it???
  Historical mailing list - Ed Hinchey
  Mon, 29 Sep 2003 09:31:57 -0400
  ...The only thing I have not yet replaced is the Temp II sensor. The V-syndrome seems to be gone, but . . . . . . . . . . now the engine...
• Re: Temp Gauge
  Historical mailing list - vt
  Thu, 19 Apr 2007 12:17:40 -0500
  ...Temp Gauge > Actually, it is a temperature warning light first and a coolant level > warning light second. Early watercooled Vanagons had no coolant level...
• Re: 2.2 engine hiccups at 3300 rpm
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
  Tue, 5 Sep 2017 16:09:36 -0400
  ...temperature changes and vibrating conditions. Adding grease under the >>> contacts can just add another insulating factor and with the low voltage >>> that these sensors...
• Re: Dex-Cool . . . I hesitate to ask this
  Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
  Wed, 24 Oct 2007 15:20:00 -0400
  ...Cool in a '91 > Jetta I developed coolant leaks around the temperature sensors and > between the cooling hose flange and the head. I'll...
• Re: Reduced Mileage
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Thu, 26 Feb 2009 17:01:36 -0500
  ...When I first > start up (cold engine) it thinks the oil is about 5 weight and when it > gets up to operating temperature, it...
• Re: temp guage read-out
  Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
  Wed, 25 Jun 2008 16:25:12 -0400
  ...sensor nor the one that talks to the ECU. I recently installed an after market (non-german) gauge sender that had a different temperature...
• Re: Anti-Freeze opinions
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Engel
  Wed, 5 Apr 2017 03:45:41 +0000
  ...running >>>>> apple juice or skim milk in it and the running temperature will be >>>>> determined by which thermostat is installed.  Exotic fluids do not...