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Re: Differential Lock curiosity
Historical mailing list - Dr. Rainer Woitok
Wed, 2 Dec 1998 12:30:49 +0100
...Is the switch supposed to be engaged > when pulled out?, thus making my switch work in reverse. The normal positions for the switch are...
Re: Wiring Challenge -- Bentley page 97.68 -- Wire H6 (Rad. Cool Fan Thermoswitch)
Historical mailing list - Keith Hughes
Tue, 30 Jul 2019 21:30:24 +0000
...My late August '86 has/had the same dealer installed system, yet had the high pressure switch installed. The switch kicked in the HIGH...
Re: oil light question
Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
Wed, 1 Jan 2014 12:47:18 -0500
...Oil started leaking from the oil pressure switch between the pushrod tubes so I have confirmation that that switch is bad. I will replace...
Re: Smoking Dash
Historical mailing list - Julianna Thoennes
Wed, 22 May 2002 10:05:15 -0700
My switch went bad on me a couple of years ago. Of course it happened on the first night of a three week trip...
High Idle Solved
Historical mailing list - Richard Golen
Tue, 8 Jan 2008 12:19:18 -0500
...The idle problem as some suggested had to do with the throttle switch. So I went off to Radio Shack to pick up a...
Re: Poll: Favorite anti-theft device?
Historical mailing list - Roger Barkley
Tue, 24 Jun 2014 08:43:44 -0400
On my automatic 84 Westy, I just installed a hidden switch that interrupted the park/neutral switch in the shift console. Use male and...
Electric window switch - gone!!
Historical mailing list - Pete Cassidy
Mon, 21 Jun 1999 11:38:50 -0700
Hi all, The electric window switch has just been snapped up. Regards, Pete C -- Peter Cassidy, pcassidy@apple.com Sr. Test Dev. Engineer (916...
new muti switch
Historical mailing list - Darrel
Sun, 8 Dec 2002 22:10:22 -0500
...a 88 vanagon? and also i need a new/used multi switch the rear wiper has stopped!!! Darrel Combs 1988 Vanagon With '92 Cabriolet...
WAS:'First no lights or wipers..' - Oh: - Ignition Switch!
Historical mailing list - allan harris
Tue, 28 Oct 2003 18:27:25 -0800
Ah ha! I figured out that it must be the ignition switch so will do as Ken's how to page indicates. Cheers Allan...
WTB PS switch
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Tue, 27 Feb 2007 17:02:36 -0600
The sensor/switch on my 90 Vanagon power steering high pressure side is leaking fluid out of the plastic potting around the contacts. Does...
Re: [Syncro] Electrical issue - 1987 Syncro GL
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Tue, 20 Apr 2004 22:35:28 -0400
...Parking lights and gauge lights work in both headlight switch positions. Issue # 2 - No windshield wipers. Not in intermitant, slow or fast switch positions...
Re: Sticky diesel starter motor
Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
Tue, 16 Oct 2001 08:58:39 -0700
...I've got a new switch on order.... I'd check out the switch > before I started beating the starter with a hammer, as...
Re: Rapid Idle when Warm / Throttle idle switch
Historical mailing list - Keith Adams
Mon, 5 Feb 2001 11:03:01 -0700
...Determine switch ain't switching. Stuck in the open position. Try cleaning some more and working the switch. No good. Remove switch from backing...
Parts for Sale
Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
Tue, 5 Apr 1994 11:56:46 -0700 (PDT)
...I also have a good speedo & gas guage, turn signal switch, headlight switch, wiper switch, flasher switch, '67 wiper motor and arms (12V-rare...
Re: 91(bus) dead on the freeway tech expertise needed !
Historical mailing list - mark drillock
Wed, 28 Jan 2004 08:55:39 -0800
You can easily test to see if the ignition switch is the cause. The switch uses a separate contact for the starter and another...
Re: Dometic-Condenser fan running!
Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
Thu, 13 Jun 2013 11:42:39 -0500
...Regardless of what switch is used, a wire would need to run from the power source to the switch to the fan, if one...
Re: [Syncro] Electrical issue - 1987 Syncro GL
Historical mailing list - Don in Phoenix
Tue, 20 Apr 2004 20:14:52 -0700
...Parking lights and gauge lights work in both > headlight switch positions. > > Issue # 2 - No windshield wipers. Not in intermitant, slow or fast > switch > positions...
Re: Installing an override switch on the vanagon radiator sensor
Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
Wed, 8 Mar 2023 16:47:39 -0600
...I'd think that switch is like insurance... We pay insurance and > hope we never have to use it but it's there. > When...
Re: Fwd: Re: Ignition Switch..HELP NOW PLEASE!
Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
Mon, 6 May 2002 14:38:52 -0400
...Ignition Switch..HELP NOW PLEASE! --- j dunne <jim_dunne@yahoo.com> wrote: > Date: Mon, 6 May 2002 10:45:10 -0700 (PDT) > From: j...
Re: tracing electrical problem
Historical mailing list - YauMan Chan
Wed, 7 Oct 1998 09:11:05 -0700
...which two should read 0 ohms when you move the switch to different possitons.. If the switch fails change the switch. If the switch...
Re: Pedal Pressure & Brake Lights
Historical mailing list - mark drillock
Sat, 3 Jul 2010 12:49:09 -0700
It is internal hydraulic pressure that turns on the switch, not pedal pressure. So whether that pressure comes from your foot or the booster...
Re: Interior lights
Historical mailing list - Vince So
Wed, 21 Jul 1999 18:36:15 -0700
My 89 camper is the same way until I added a pin switch (ordered from dealer), and wired in parallel to the other pin...
Backup light switch malfunction - blinking backup lights when shifting
Historical mailing list - email99
Sun, 9 Nov 2008 21:01:26 -0500
...I suspected it might be a simple adjustment in the position of the switch. I tried shimming the switch out a bit with an...
Re: Battery Switch
Historical mailing list - Yoshi
Sat, 10 Mar 2001 02:05:47 +0900
...Has anyone ever put a > switch in between the battery under the passenger seat and the driver seat. > If I put a switch in...
No AC switch on ignition
Historical mailing list - Paul Chubbuck
Sat, 7 Jul 2007 13:56:40 -0600
My 1982 Westy has no AC position on the ignition switch. The stereo I had in there did not switch off when you turned...
Re: Ignition Switch? (Update)
Historical mailing list - Stephen Cebula
Sat, 3 Oct 2009 11:40:21 -0700
Thanks for your replies.� I was able to change out the ignition switch quite easily.� Only one problem...it still won't start.� I...
Re: Just replaced the throttle switch and am having drivability issues
Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
Fri, 3 Feb 2006 18:19:26 -0500
...The gap of .002-.004 is to >> be set as the switch closes.You want the switch to close at .002-.004 as >> the...
Re: '84 Vanagon 1.9 engine oil pressure switch etc
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Sat, 27 May 2017 17:35:22 -0400
...Never > any problems with oil pressure other than recent switch problem. Engine > is 2003 Boston Engine long block. > > Van has late model instrument cluster...
Re: 84 Vanagon head lights stuck on hi beam
Historical mailing list - Mike Stewart
Sun, 10 Apr 2016 08:19:56 -0700
...Turn signal switch has three screws on top of it. One of those screws is loose. Tighten it until the high beams can be...
Re: drive from Oklahoma to Spokane, WA
Historical mailing list - Brett Ne
Sun, 5 Oct 2014 09:58:44 -0700
...It sounds like someone did this to your 82 and used one of the > 82 switches instead of modifying the wiring to work with...
Rad Fan isn't working properly
Historical mailing list - eric unrau
Thu, 8 Apr 2004 00:08:24 -0400
...I replaced the rad switch today with a new switch and there was no improvement. I have bled the rad, it gets hot - so...
Re: Rear Wiper Relay: Use 171 955 529? Pre '90 Headlight SW Change; Handle more Amps? (1988 Westy)
Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
Sun, 27 May 2012 11:23:32 -0400
Pin arrangement is slightly different between the two switches. On May 27, 2012, at 10:11 AM, Loren Busch wrote: > RE: Headlight Switch Later...
Re: TJ Hannink does it again! Throttle Switch Adjustment
Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
Sun, 21 Aug 2011 09:34:24 -0400
...If I lift up on the throttle shaft, the switch works great. In normal operation it's not consistent. If I let the throttle...
Re: Need Dometic fan thermostatic switch
Historical mailing list - Mike S
Mon, 1 Sep 2008 19:18:38 -0400
At 07:19 PM 8/31/2008, Paul Chubbuck wrote... >Regarding the switch mounted on the Dometic 182 fridge cooling fins >which >turns on...
Re: Ignition switch question (got it...thanks for the help)
Historical mailing list - cybor punk
Mon, 13 Sep 2004 15:55:10 -0700
...Ignition switch question Hi all On my 85 Jetta the stereo is wired in such a that when the key is inserted into the...
headlights not working on an 84 ... funky voodoo
Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
Mon, 18 Apr 2005 21:06:35 -0700
...The headlights never work, even if I pull in the high beam switch and the light switch is off. Again, whenever the headlight switch...
Re: A/C switch and miss
Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
Wed, 21 Aug 2013 09:50:32 -0700
My guess is (and it is just a guess) is that since you flipped the AC switch on there's probably a wire connection...
Re: Headlight Problem
Historical mailing list - Kenneth D Lewis
Wed, 4 Jul 2001 20:46:20 -0400
...Wiggling the headlight switch used to bring the headlights > back on so I > replaced the headlight switch with a new one assuming the switch...
Re: WTB: blank for dash switch hole
Historical mailing list - Richard Smith (Smirby)
Tue, 21 Aug 2018 13:20:18 -0700
A few people have asked about my modified switch blank, the one that I inserted a voltmeter into. This is the voltmeter that I...
Re: ignition switch removal?
Historical mailing list - JOHN REYNOLDS
Sat, 28 Jul 2001 22:37:53 +0000
Joachim, Yes, you need to take the steering wheel off, perhaps a little complex for the stupid little plastic switch, but not that bad...
Re: Dave Beierl is an Absolute Vanagon Jedi
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Sat, 2 Jul 2011 11:33:41 -0400
At 10:47 AM 7/2/2011, Ryan wrote: >Could these switches heating up and fusing in one position be >related to faulty grounds...
Re: Daytime Running Lights-91 Carat
Historical mailing list
Wed, 26 Feb 1997 14:36:13 +0200
>>| ?? - Since headlight power is only available when key is on, pull out the >>| rocker switch and wire the marker lights 'out' lead to the...
door chime/seat belt light anomaly
Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
Fri, 14 May 2010 09:14:11 -0700
...only one grey wire (from door? assume the missing grey is for seat belt switch). Missing grey/red wire that is also part of...
Re: where to get a full throttle switch?
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Fri, 31 Aug 2001 15:42:54 -0400
...where to get a full throttle switch? Well the wise people on the list have convinced me I need a full throttle switch so...
Re: Interior light?
Historical mailing list - westydriver
Tue, 29 Oct 2002 07:36:12 -0700
those little interior light switches fail on many older vehicles. they are mostly just a little pivot that moves a spring metal contact into...
Re: So... what is the answer for these poor lights?
Historical mailing list - Bill N
Thu, 5 Jun 2003 13:51:14 -0700
...I also got a dash switch from Ron that goes right under my flasher switch. I spent the other $200 with Daniel Stern Lighting...
Re: PS Pump switch high idle question
Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
Wed, 4 Jan 2017 03:43:45 +0000
The PS pressure switch is an input to the idle valve controller. There is also an input for the AC compressor clutch. The idle...
Re: What's this broken connector?
Historical mailing list - mark drillock
Tue, 17 Apr 2012 11:49:54 -0700
The brake master cylinder has 2 brake light switches on it wired in parallel for redundancy. That is for the other switch, melted away...
Re: Rad Fan isn't working properly
Historical mailing list - The corruptor
Thu, 8 Apr 2004 12:23:00 -0400
...The switch and fan system are independente from the rest of the cooling system, you can easily test the switch in the van or...
Re: Now my van won't start...
Historical mailing list - Miguel Pacheco
Thu, 28 Feb 2008 07:42:08 -0500
Andree, you can eliminate the Ignition Switch as a possibility by checking to see if your front heater blower works. If it, along with...
Re: What's this broken connector?
Historical mailing list - David Beierl
Tue, 17 Apr 2012 15:03:10 -0400
At 02:23 PM 4/17/2012, brett rueff wrote: >and "cold" side of the brake switch. One set of hot/cold wires run...
Re: Scored brand new Behr AC but missing switches
Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
Sun, 16 May 2010 12:24:13 -0700
...Considering myself lucky for getting an almost complete system minus the switch and centervent for $150. Complete with manuals, hoses, etc., etc., etc.. BenT...
Re: 87Syncro,Headlights won't turn on
Historical mailing list
Thu, 18 Sep 1997 22:26:57 -0700
...The Yellow and Black wire from your ignition switch is the power feed to the Headlight switch. If there's a problem in the...
Fwd: Lights off when key off (was DRLs)
Historical mailing list - James Shinosky
Fri, 18 Sep 1998 03:03:05 EDT
...The headlights brightened up normally when the headlight switch and dimmer lever switch are turned on... James 88weekender [message/rfc822]
Re: help! power doorlock problem (2nd try, try again)
Historical mailing list - George Goff
Mon, 22 Mar 2004 23:00:23 EST
...If the wire or the switch is bad, the central locks will still function normally from any other switch because the vacuum pump still...
Re: Ignition switch repair-advice needed
Historical mailing list - Dan Barrett
Wed, 17 Jan 2007 18:29:57 -0500
...If you've got cruise control, the wires feeding the cruise control switch will likely be zip-tied to the steering column. Best, d...
Re: 1991 van - head light switch alternative for 251941531T
Historical mailing list - Mike S
Wed, 17 Apr 2013 15:33:25 -0400
On 4/17/2013 3:28 PM, Mike S wrote: > Connect terminals 58 and 58e on the > "M" switch. Oops. Delete that sentence, there...
Re: new switch
Historical mailing list - ed donnen
Thu, 31 May 2012 16:54:11 -0400
...PM, mark drillock <mdrillock@cox.net> wrote: > Try rocking the EF switch back and forth very firmly about 10 times in a > row. > > Mark > >> >> > >
Air to water, thinking of making the switch
Historical mailing list
Thu, 13 Jul 1995 00:32:48 EDT
I am thinking of making the switch from my 75 deluxe westy to a vanagon or vanagon westy. Any suggestions or comments welcome. Are...
Ignition Switch Installation
Historical mailing list - James Flanigan
Mon, 22 May 2000 21:44:25 EST
I forgot to mention in my last message: '83 water-cooled 1.9 2WD Looking for explanation of how to install an ignition switch...