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• Re: Immobilise the van?
  Historical mailing list - Matt Roberds
  Mon, 21 May 2007 15:12:05 -0500
  ...Interrupting circuit 15 immediately after the ignition switch will do what you want. This will let the starter crank mightily but nothing else will...
• Re: AFM optical pick up
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Sat, 10 Feb 2024 12:51:09 -0500
  ...And, is this something that could be done for a 1.9 system? What exactly did Alistair do? Replace something but still using the...
• Runaway Starter Saga Continues
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Tue, 5 Nov 2013 07:59:06 -0600
  ...New starter (engine turns - won't start - not even sputter) New ignition switch Fuel pump runs (pressurizes the system ok) No start. I tried...
• Re: replacing ignition switch fixes coolant warning light
  Historical mailing list - Tyrone Greene
  Wed, 9 Sep 1998 19:55:57 -0400
  Mark McCulley wrote: > > I replaced my ignition switch over the weekend and it fixed the problem I > was having with the coolant warning light...
• dwell
  Historical mailing list - jeff crane
  Sat, 13 May 2000 22:54:55 -0400
  ...If you have a transistorized ignition, breakerless whatever, you can still measure the dwell angle. If the system is weak chances are you will...
• Re: Friday: The Priius.....
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Fri, 11 Jan 2013 16:22:35 -0600
  ...So far as I can tell, that keyless ignition system is the one shortcoming of the car. I too do not like the price...
• Re: Switched power for vanagon radio
  Historical mailing list - Ari Ollikainen
  Tue, 25 Jul 2000 15:21:27 -0700
  ...ignition in the "on but not running" position.. >something about sending electrical signals around... >anyone? > Back in the days of mechanical ignition systems (points...
• Re: Head gasket replacement: how much?
  Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
  Sat, 4 Dec 2004 02:20:21 -0600
  ...And to get full advantage of the 21's better breathing, you neet to bring the injection and ignition system along too. (I know...
• Bug Pack
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 21 Mar 1996 13:37 EDT
  Hi Has anyone ever tried The bug pack ignition system from Jacobs Electronics. They make some pretty big claims and I was wondering if...
• Re: CD Ignition
  Historical mailing list - david kao
  Wed, 20 Nov 1996 23:03:46 -0800
  Sean Bartnik wrote: > > Hey all, > I was just reading Bob's sermon on capacitive discharge ignition > modules Many years ago, I built one for...
• Re: Subject: 86 Vanagon intermittently shuts off at speed
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Fri, 19 Mar 1999 10:48:09 -0500
  ...1. Ignition switch ($30 to replace) > > 2. Air sensor ($450 for part) > > 3. fuel filter > > 4. Fuel pump > > 5. Water in cooling system > > 6...
• Re: wiring problem update and plea for more help
  Historical mailing list - Dug Smith
  Wed, 23 Jun 2010 20:59:26 -0700
  ...up incorrectly - so you're powering the system through the headlight relay rather than the ignition switch. toodle pip, -- Dug Smith | Terry Pratchett: It...
• Re: 80 Vangon Mystery Part
  Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
  Wed, 19 Jan 2000 12:50:38 -0700
  ...cal model with electronic ignition, let > me > say this blunt. Points suck! Nothing but a pain. And troubleshooting the > system is easy. The Bentley...
• intermittent nostart/stalling disease
  Historical mailing list - Frank Terhaar-Yonkers
  Thu, 21 May 1998 10:00:53 -0400
  Rant, rant, rant - Now *both* my Vans ('86 GL & '88 Westy) have flaky FI/ignition systems. The symptom (when running) is the tach drops...
• Camper Ventilation
  Historical mailing list - Miguel Calvin
  Sun, 29 Jul 2001 16:51:59 -0400
  ...But, I don't really like turning on the ignition for this. I want to make the heater blower accessible without the ignition key...
• Re: Digifant Newbs: Vanagon ProTraining Digifant Manual. Worth Getting!
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Wed, 13 Jun 2012 06:38:12 -0700
  ...Digifant I has > a throttle position potentiometer, an ignition coil power stage, and a > knock sensor set up. I believe the Digifant I system...
• Re: Uncle... '91 won't catch
  Historical mailing list - Mark Belanger
  Thu, 27 Feb 2003 21:11:50 -0800
  ...now that's what I call an ignition system!), I decided to do the final ignition switching function test(28.44) and it returned...
• Re: Headlight question (ignition "lock")
  Historical mailing list - Andrew Grebneff
  Sun, 10 Mar 2002 15:48:40 +1200
  ...Why did they not continue this system? Of course all of this can be avoided by fitting a remote central locking system, as I...
• Any info on the Mansispeed EFI
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 3 Sep 2024 11:57:34 -0400
  Hi folks, Anyone have experience with the Mansispeed EFI? I have the GW system on my 85. And the 1.9 system on my...
• Re: Is ECU involved in getting power to fuel pump when turning ignition switch on?
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 25 Jul 2007 23:08:15 -0400
  ...After >'start' ..when the engine is running....yes, then it gets the 'keep the >fuel >pump relay energized' information from the ignition system. >I...
• Troubleshooting the Basic Idle Stabilizer System - Manual Transmissions- Part I
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 26 Mar 2009 00:58:29 -0500
  ...a) At operating temperature 1) Throttle Switch 2) Idle stabilizer system 3) Evaporative Emissions System *2) page 115 *NOTE !!* This procedure is for vehicles...
• Re: Accessory circuit on ignition switch dead
  Historical mailing list - Lawrence Johnson
  Fri, 07 Mar 1997 21:07:20 -0800
  ...Slide the ignition switch up and off the shaft. Replace the white plastic ignition switch attached below the key part. And to quote all...
• Re: Wire sets from Busdepot 1985 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - T Collins
  Sat, 8 Sep 2012 15:58:45 -0400
  ...know who makes this wire set? Or rather who is the OE supplier > to VW? > http://www.busdepot.com/ignition-system/09272oe > > Thanks, > Tony >
• Re: replacing ignition switch fixes coolant warning light
  Historical mailing list - Tyrone Greene
  Wed, 9 Sep 1998 20:14:32 -0400
  Mark McCulley wrote: > > I replaced my ignition switch over the weekend and it fixed the problem I > was having with the coolant warning light...
• Re: Ignition coil failure
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Tue, 18 Jul 2000 17:53:35 EDT
  ...johnpatt@warwick.net> writes: >Has anyone experienced ignition coil failure on a 2.1L Digifant >system? >I've had two on two different vehicles...
• Re: 86-87, 2.1L ignition coil
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Mon, 15 Jan 2001 14:35:51 -0500
  > The ignition coil you need is # > Bosch 0221 122 349 > VW 211 905 115D > But most of all it must have a green Bosch...
• Re: Ignition cutout on 2.1L
  Historical mailing list - Doktor Tim
  Tue, 4 Nov 2003 15:22:51 -0800
  ...This same shorting can and will fry the ignition modules and coils on these high energy ignition systems. At 03:11 PM 11/04...
• Re: 85 won't start
  Historical mailing list - Ed McLean
  Mon, 9 May 2022 15:31:06 -0400
  ...The voltage while turning the starter might not be enough to power the ignition system. I've had that happen on my '86. It...
• Re: electronic ignition
  Historical mailing list - Daniel L. Katz
  Fri, 25 Feb 2005 02:58:39 -0500
  ...it's easy to design a system to convert back to points if the electronic module fails: no more than untwisting and then twisting...
• Answer to "No Low Beams" thanks guys!
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Danrich
  Sat, 20 Apr 2002 19:13:00 -1000
  ...The light system goes through the ignition switch. That's why when you leave the lights on and then turn off the key, only...
• Re: Chip upgrade for Digijet?
  Historical mailing list - Nigel Bennett
  Tue, 24 Apr 2001 10:19:11 +0200
  Hi Bill Dunno whether the AFM needs to be changed, but the Haynes manual describes the Digijet system as a mechanical ignition advance/retard...
• Re: Aux battery kit from Bus Depot (fwd)
  Historical mailing list - Sean Birkner
  Wed, 3 Nov 1999 17:25:30 EST
  ...With the ignition off, the aux battery is isolated from the rest of the "original" electrical system. Ex.; You wire a TV&VCR to...
• Re: Fuel injector question - non starting
  Historical mailing list - Ken Lewis
  Sun, 3 Aug 2008 19:49:52 -0400
  ...This checks out most of the ignition system. You could use a clamp on timing gun to check for spark. Be careful, Ken Lewis...
• Re: headlight emergency!
  Historical mailing list - Per Lindgren
  Mon, 6 Sep 1999 19:30:52 +0200
  ...replace it... > No relays in the headlight system. Daniel, If that doesn't help, go for the ignition switch! The two most common failures...
• Re: Speed sensor
  Historical mailing list - George Goff
  Thu, 29 May 2003 00:46:00 EDT
  ...But, new automobile have DIS (Distributorless Ignition System). Is good. Give mechanic something to confuse customer with. Good evening, Mr. Jorge
• Re: A Mystery
  Historical mailing list - Ed McLean
  Sun, 1 Sep 2013 11:55:47 -0400
  ...what's loose when home.) > >Key in the ignition - Tranny to neutral, turn switch - system hot, pause >- turn switch to engage starter. Starter engages...
• Re: 80 Vangon Mystery Part
  Historical mailing list - BILL
  Wed, 19 Jan 2000 18:32:14 -0700
  ...There is a very nice detailed overview and troubleshooting guide for the cal ignition system. If you don't have a Bentley, I would...
• Re: 86 running problem
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 16 Jan 2001 10:16:15 EST
  ...Filters, distributor cap and rotor, plugs, and then go through the tests of the ignition system that Bentley discribes. If you have another 86...
• Re: start - won't sart - solution
  Historical mailing list - Tom Young
  Fri, 22 Aug 2003 17:57:56 -0700
  ...First which temp sensor > did you replace? So far I have eliminated the plugs, wires, > distributer, and coil in the ignition system as possible...
• Re: How to test ignition coil?
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Tue, 12 Jun 2001 13:53:26 -0700
  ...Be sure your ignition is on by the way! > Well i bought myself a new coil and hooked it up to the system. Same...
• Re: Runaway Starter Saga Continues
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Tue, 5 Nov 2013 13:50:44 -0600
  ...turns - won't start - not even sputter) > New ignition switch > Fuel pump runs (pressurizes the system ok) > > No start. > > I tried a couple of...
• Re: Disabling the fuel pump
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Thu, 16 Mar 2006 12:55:31 -0500
  ...Leaving it on without starting the engine was certainly bad during the days of breaker point ignition systems but I wouldn't want to...
• intermiitent ignition problem
  Historical mailing list - Richard C Welsh
  Fri, 9 Jun 2000 11:02:20 -0400
  ...If i turn the ignition off and then on again, it'll run for 30-60 seconds, sometimes a rew minutes even , but then...
• Re: Wet Weather Woes
  Historical mailing list - phil cain
  Mon, 6 Nov 2006 19:11:10 -0800
  Sounds like you need to seal your electronics and ignition system with dielectric paste, something is letting water into something that don't like...
• Digifant Fuel System Troubleshooting Experience
  Historical mailing list - Dave Arthur
  Mon, 11 May 2009 21:54:37 -0300
  ...The procedure is to fit the pressure gauge into the fuel system, turn on the ignition to pressurize the system (pump should shut off...
• Re: Ignition - 2.1L wasserboxer, 1991 Carat
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sun, 28 Sep 2014 14:09:12 -0700
  ...I had new plugs > installed and went thru the entire ignition system and all ran perfect - > idle and at 3000 rpm per Tencent. Even...
• ignition switch and seat belts
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 7 Nov 95 19:16:35 EST
  I agree with Mark McCulley and Jim Davis that a new ignition switch will help with starting. A few years back I use to...
• dielectric grease
  Historical mailing list - John Anderson
  Fri, 3 Nov 95 12:00:12 EST
  ...It is used on tune-ups on high energy ignition > systems.(sometimes called tune-up grease) > > yug > Most parts stores bout here carry the...
• Re: intermittent nostart/stalling disease
  Historical mailing list - Mark Rokus
  Fri, 22 May 1998 02:57:32 -0400
  Frank Terhaar-Yonkers wrote: > Rant, rant, rant - > > Now *both* my Vans ('86 GL & '88 Westy) have flaky FI/ignition systems. > > The symptom (when running...
• Re: Digifant Fuel System Troubleshooting Experience
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 11 May 2009 23:15:16 -0400
  ...The procedure is to fit the pressure gauge into the fuel system, turn on the ignition to pressurize the system (pump should shut off...
• Re: Is ECU involved in getting power to fuel pump when turning ignition switch on?
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Mon, 23 Jul 2007 19:54:20 -0700
  ...Additionally, when you turn on the ignition, that's when the ecu does it's 10 second thing to pre-pressure the fuel system...
• Re: Engine thoughts--now Go Westy engine management system
  Historical mailing list - Karl Mullendore
  Sat, 6 Jan 2018 01:18:14 -0500
  ...Stage one is the fuel/ignition system, stage two [no ECU changes needed] 150hp turbo + cooling mods. Turbo engines beat displacement for those of...
• Re: Anyone have a copy of the Ultimate Trip Checklist?
  Historical mailing list - george jannini
  Tue, 17 Mar 2009 09:38:28 -0400
  ...Note:________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____ Intake system: Inspect air filter, air flow meter, intake hoses, clamps, tubes, leaks, connections, condition. Note:________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____ Ignition system: Inspect distributor, cap, rotor, points...
• A Mystery
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Sat, 31 Aug 2013 19:06:10 -0500
  ...what's loose when home.) Key in the ignition - Tranny to neutral, turn switch - system hot, pause - turn switch to engage starter. Starter engages...
• Re: AC - Again! '91 Carat
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Fri, 22 Jul 2016 18:42:24 +0000
  ...Will the high speed fan come on > if I DO THE FOLLOWING: > > (System empty or low on refrigerant)) > Ignition ON ( but not start) > AC...
• Re: No Start 83.5: Fuel pump test?
  Historical mailing list - David Kao
  Mon, 16 Jul 2007 13:59:25 -0700
  ...David --- Don Spence <dkspence@TELUS.NET> wrote: > 83.5 wbx, > > New ignition system, (yes I have spark), fires when I inject fuel > into intake...
• Ignition switch -- bring out your Dead*
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 14 Nov 2010 01:47:13 -0500
  ...I'd like to dismantle some dead ignition switches to see if there are systematic failure points and to compare different brands If you...
• Re: [Fwd: 80 Vanagon - Sputters!]
  Historical mailing list - ddawson
  Thu, 22 Oct 1998 15:21:34 -0700
  ...The electrical may not be supplying the necessary juice to ignition system. I also ran an additional wire in parallel from the alternator to...
• Re: Syncro Fording Depth
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Mon, 18 Mar 2002 10:15:12 -0400
  On 17 Mar 2002 at 18:43, pensioner wrote: > Although the "schnorkel" might appear to be the limiting factor on > fording, the ignition system...
• Re: Arduino and Vanagons-The fuel injection handbook.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 16 Nov 2013 22:15:09 -0500
  ...systems for gasoline similar to Diesel use. The next future set should be dual mode engines where they will transition from spark ignition and...