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Re: Backup light switch malfunction - blinking backup lights when shifting
Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
Sun, 9 Nov 2008 23:16:15 -0800
Yours is a bad switch Max...His may be as well...(not quite stumped ..yet...) Daryl of AA Transaxle (425) 788-4070 aatransaxle.com...
Re: 85 WBX stalling; A/C related part needed
Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
Tue, 30 May 2000 10:28:58 -0700
They are the same switch. One is activated when the steering is close to lock and the other whenever the AC is switched on...
Re: 84 vanagon defroster dashboard switch
Historical mailing list - Leon
Sun, 28 Aug 2005 15:18:07 -0700
The best advise? Remove the switch and wire original rad switch back the way it was.Controlling fan from inside does nothing to solve...
Re: Back-up lights don't work
Historical mailing list - aatransaxle
Wed, 1 Aug 2007 09:14:23 -0700
Repl the switch and once you know its working, then repair the backup lights...both common failures. Use a 12v test light to check...
article on A/C retrofit to R-134a (new freon)
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Fri, 26 Aug 94 00:09:25 CDT
...1988-93 all except below Receive-dryer~, high $150-190 plus $35 for pressure switch if high-pressure cutout needed switch 1988-92 Eagle...
Re: Doors Closed, LED Dome Light Glows On. Solved?
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Thu, 13 Feb 2014 15:44:36 -0800
...The dome lights on a Vanagon are switched on/off via a > connection to vehicle frame (negative side of circuit) > > I saw continuity between...
Re: LED Panel Switches for Dometic Exhaust Fan
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Wed, 11 Sep 2019 18:44:54 -0700
...One mod I made which I do like is controlling the fin fan with a programmable controller rather than the switch Thermo switch on...
Re: Testing Vanagon Headlight Switch
Historical mailing list - Chris S
Tue, 26 Apr 2011 22:44:18 -0400
...The relay is functioning properly and it's sending voltage when light switch is depressed fully. Chris. Wysłane z iPhone'a Dnia Apr 26...
Re: Radiator/Coolant Switch
Historical mailing list
Sun, 21 Jul 1996 19:10:54 -0300 (ADT)
> Recently there has been some talk of installing a manually operated switch >to bring on the coolant fan before the limit closes. I'd...
Help - Low Speed Radiator Fan Dead... High Speed Works..!?!?!
Historical mailing list - Robert Steven Fish
Sat, 4 May 2002 21:48:17 +0200
...I had been wondering if I should create a nice manual fan switch, based on all the talk on the list, as well as...
Re: Headlight switch P/N again
Historical mailing list - Ben
Mon, 14 Oct 2013 18:10:43 -0700
...His switch >> says: 251 941 531K > > > It supersedes to M. > > - Ron Salmon > The Bus Depot, Inc. > www.busdepot.com > (215) 234-VWVW > > _____________________________________________ > Toll-Free...
1988 GL - Headlights out - need wiring diagrams
Historical mailing list - JRodgers
Fri, 28 Dec 2012 10:16:18 -0600
...Did the test for the ignition switch and re-placed with new - which did not work either. So now two switches - neither work, AND...
A/C fan switch removal, how?
Historical mailing list - Karl Bloss
Wed, 11 Jun 1997 13:51:35 +0000
A/C fan switch only seems to work on the highest setting, so I want to check the contacts. Is there an easy way...
Throttle Position Switch Cams
Historical mailing list
Wed, 19 Jul 2000 17:08:35 EDT
I did get the throttle position switch cams in stock. The cam is only $2.45 PN 025 133 136A and the washer that...
Dashboard removal electrical problem.
Historical mailing list - Saulius Berzinskas
Fri, 9 Mar 2001 18:00:37 -0500
After removing the light switch socket from the rear of the gauge panel I plugged it back in and notice that when switched on...
Smoking Dash
Historical mailing list - Chris Winesette
Wed, 22 May 2002 09:44:28 EDT
...Through the darkness I realized that smoke was coming out of my dash (above the headlight switch) I pulled over and turned the switch...
Re: Foglight switch
Historical mailing list - Brent Christensen
Fri, 21 Jun 2002 08:51:39 -0700
The upper right switch position is used for the rear window defroster, of so equipped. Brent Christensen >Date: Wed, 19 Jun 2002 21:27...
What is a ECS-Malfunction indicator light and switch from an 88?
Historical mailing list - Robert Lilley
Mon, 5 May 2003 12:32:20 EDT
I have the wiring but no switch. Under the dash in the front to the right of the steering column is a plug that...
Re: I found a "Mystery Switch" ...
Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
Sun, 23 May 2004 20:30:38 -0700
Hey Bob that's the safety switch for your gas heater. Robert 1982 Westfalia --- Bob Elliott <bobe@WEBTIDE.NET> wrote: > Can anyone tell me...
Fuel pump cutoff switch?
Historical mailing list - Gregor Brandt
Sun, 15 Oct 2006 09:44:57 -0600
...I was thinking of adding a fuel pump cutoff switch hidden under the dash somewhere. I've searched gerry, but it keeps timing out...
Re: Instrument Cluster Woes
Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
Wed, 15 Feb 2006 14:14:39 -0500
...So, if your light switch turns out to be good then >it's time to check grounds, the connections at the light switch, and...
Re: Radiator Aux Cooling Fan 84 vs. 90
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sat, 22 Aug 2015 20:09:38 -0400
...Most of the late vans use a single switch with multiple function often known as a trinary switch. Trinary switch functions Low pressure (lost...
Re: Oil Pressure Switch Removal
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 15 Nov 2015 18:33:02 -0500
...Oil Pressure Switch Removal The switch by the crankshaft pulley. How does one R&R that switch without making it a major repair job...
Re: Syncro switch on dash to remove?
Historical mailing list - T3 Technique
Sun, 15 Nov 2015 17:06:55 -0800
If you pull the knob out and grab the shaft of the switch(s) with pliers, the knob(s) will simply unscrew from the...
Re: Ignition switch recommendations.
Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
Mon, 8 Nov 2010 17:01:07 -0800
...If you want it to last forever, use it to drive > relays that do the actual switching." >
Re: Looking for the plastic power window switch holder on the drivers side
Historical mailing list - Keith Ovregaard
Thu, 4 Jun 2009 16:18:18 -0700
...Looking for the plastic power window switch holder on the > drivers side > > Hey Everyone, > > Does any have the plastic power window switch holder on...
Need help with Wiper Washer Switch
Historical mailing list
Mon, 1 Apr 1996 19:48:38 -0600
...How does one remove the Wiper switch in a '69 Bus? OR how does one replace said switch OR how does one remove the...
Re: Gradual switch to synthetic oil?
Historical mailing list - Joe Romas
Thu, 28 Feb 2002 18:25:18 -0500
...Gradual switch to synthetic oil? > Anyone thought of dealing with the perceived notion of switching to > synthetic oil by first going to a "blend...
Re: Switch Question
Historical mailing list - MICHAEL H
Tue, 13 Aug 2013 08:07:59 -0700
Jim - if it's the main fan control switch, with the levers, the first tool you will need is patience. the fascia panel is...
Re: Daytime Running Lights-91 Carat
Historical mailing list
Tue, 25 Feb 1997 20:11:08 -0800
>| ?? - Since headlight power is only available when key is on, pull out the >| rocker switch and wire the marker lights 'out' lead to the...
Re: Redline Oil?
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Sun, 7 Dec 1997 22:12:04 -0500
The Buzzer is actually controlled by the 1.8 bar switch, (the one located by the oil pump. Try replacing this with a 1...
Re: Park Lights
Historical mailing list - Anthony L. Mourkas
Wed, 13 Sep 2000 23:27:10 -0400
...if i use the 55/60 watt bulb do i have to upgrade my switch No, but you will greatly reduce the electrical load...
Re: help, brights won't stay on
Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
Sat, 20 Apr 2002 16:53:12 -0600
...1/ the heat experienced by the dash-light switch (it is cheap/poorly engineered) makes it overload, oxidize, carbon-up, and not work; 2...
Re: 758227.jpg
Historical mailing list - John Bange
Tue, 25 Oct 2005 13:14:00 -0700
> > So that brings me back to my original question - why do you need two > 30-amp relays to switch two 55-watt (or 80...
Re: Brake light problem
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Mon, 6 May 2024 10:43:46 -0500
...Since neither is working, it's probably the master cylinder > switches. But if I recall correctly, the master switches fail in the > "always on...
Re: 91 GL won't start
Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
Mon, 21 Feb 2011 10:14:54 -0500
...This means probably that it's > the safety switch. Where is it, what does it take to get to it and > replace it, and...
Re: Weird headlight problem
Historical mailing list - Bill Davidson
Thu, 7 Sep 2000 19:09:18 -0700
It's common for the ignition switch to cause headlight problems like you describe... order if for about $10 form either Ken Wilfey... www...
Re: Headlight Upgrade Dilemma
Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
Mon, 12 Sep 2011 10:28:05 -0500
...My intent was to stop the spread of > false info. > > In a stock Vanagon all normal headlight current goes through the > ignition switch and...
Re: Dash control lights question
Historical mailing list - Richard Ferguson
Sat, 10 Jul 1999 04:40:09 -0700
...And they are... > > > > Speedo gauge, > > Tacho gauge, > > Digital clock, > > Idiot lights panel for turn signals, battery, > oil, and high beam, > > Demister rocker switch, > > Hazard...
Re: Engine stops running at red lights
Historical mailing list
Tue, 28 Mar 2000 08:52:11 EST
...If not then your problem is either your idle switch (which is on the bottom of the throttle body) or you idle stabilizer unit...
Automatric neutral safety / backup lights switch -- '84 Vanagon with sutomatic transmission
Historical mailing list - John Lauterbach
Sun, 31 Jul 2016 10:36:54 -0400
...Contacts on the switch appear to be good. It appears the switch needs to be loosened and pushed to the left and the screws...
Re: Do U carry spare ECU?
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Thu, 15 Apr 2010 12:59:30 -0400
At 11:52 AM 4/15/2010, Old Volks Home wrote: >Had a fan switch go bad once, didn't have a spare, so...
Re: Throttle switch questions
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Sat, 29 Apr 2000 22:02:36 -0400
...Is this the switch (my bus is >a '90)? Yes > Biggest concern... how much of a PITA is it to pull the throttle body...
Re: High Pressure Oil Switch Wire; Tethered to Switch. OEM? PIC
Historical mailing list - neil n
Fri, 11 May 2012 18:32:38 -0700
...Image is looking down toward muffler, mirror showing the oil high pressure switch spade connector. You can see a bit of the brown wire...
Re: Switch to LED lighting
Historical mailing list - Roger VanTill
Fri, 2 Jul 2010 15:28:19 -0400
Doesn't the factory cruise control have its own switch on the brake pedal? I'd love to put good LEDs back there. On...
Re: Ground Shut-off Switch Needed
Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
Fri, 07 Mar 97 16:01:26 CST
...it allows you to switch between two batteries (if you have two) and the switch handle pulls out so you can take it with...
Re: headlights OUT!
Historical mailing list - Mike
Thu, 12 Aug 1999 19:10:12 -0400
...Turned the > headlight switch off and back on again. This time...no headlights at all, > just parking lights (however the high beam indicator stays...
Re: Cold Idle Surge
Historical mailing list
Tue, 11 Jul 2000 11:03:28 EDT
Sounds like your throttle position switch is either bad or not adjusted properly. With the van off you should hear a click when you...
Re: Mystery ring is...
Historical mailing list
Sat, 25 May 2002 10:32:23 EDT
...I found that if you take a > light switch knob (one that lights up) and unscrew it, it will screw into > the center of...
Re: headlights
Historical mailing list - Dieseldoofus
Tue, 14 Apr 2015 13:47:01 -0500
...Alan Felder On Apr 14, 2015, at 1:39 PM, Jim Felder <jim.felder@gmail.com> wrote: > Switch. It doesn't have a relay...
Re: Will this work for a rear bright light that works only in reverse?
Historical mailing list - Robert Stevens
Wed, 31 Jul 2013 23:15:19 -0600
I just added a light, mounted on the rear bumper with a dedicated switch on the dash pod cluster, above the headlight switch. It...
Re: Ignition switch -- bring out your Dead*
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Sun, 14 Nov 2010 18:46:32 -0500
...It got used (or at least is the current switch for) the 1947 Beetle and a bunch of vehicles since, up into early '90s...
Re: Headlights wont shut off, even with key out... suggestions ?
Historical mailing list - TC
Sat, 29 Oct 2005 18:36:23 -0700
...3 way switch in the instrument cluster they still say on > :( > (the running lights do shut off when the 3 way switch is off...
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
Wed, 25 Jan 2006 11:30:20 -0500
Perhaps your ignition switch is the villan.Maybe try byypassingthe switch (hot wire) and see if it starts repeatedly. Else remove the steering wheel...
Re: upper steering colmn cover w/ heated switch hole
Historical mailing list
Wed, 10 Aug 2005 18:20:35 EDT
...have one of these in my van with a Jetta > foglight switch > > hmm wasnt aware they came in brown.. since heated seats were mostly...
Re: Ignition Switch Procedure?
Historical mailing list - robert shawn feller
Sun, 16 Apr 2006 23:18:29 -0400
...Ignition Switch Procedure? Anybody have the procedure for replacing the ignition switch? Thanks, David Wilhite 84' Westy Middle Tennessee -- No virus found in this...
Re: 87 Syncro Brake Light Problem
Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
Sun, 31 Dec 2006 00:49:25 -0500
Donna, On the master cylinder, which is under the instrument cluster cover, are two switches (brake light switches) that are actuated by hydraulic pressure...
Re: Strange switch near sink
Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
Wed, 8 Aug 2007 19:17:35 -0400
...Mike Paul Chubbuck wrote: > Since I have owned my 1982 Vanagon Westy, there has been this strange switch > mounted on the panel just below...
Need Dometic fan thermostatic switch
Historical mailing list - Paul Chubbuck
Sun, 31 Aug 2008 17:19:20 -0600
Regarding the switch mounted on the Dometic 182 fridge cooling fins which turns on the rear refrigerator fan on warm days never goes bad...
WTB: blank for dash switch hole
Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
Mon, 20 Aug 2018 22:38:45 -0400
I'm looking for the blank piece that goes in the extra switch hole in the lower right of the dash. Thanks! Wes I...