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• Re: No start hot
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
  Mon, 28 Nov 2016 10:32:02 -0800
  The most common hot start problem I've seen over the last 30 years is a bad air temp sensor in the AFM. Unfortunately...
• Re: How does Digifant work?
  Historical mailing list - jbange
  Wed, 1 Sep 2004 18:08:25 -0700
  I'd say that between the AFM and hall sensor, it's hard to call one more important than the other. You need both...
• Re: AFM values
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Tue, 3 Apr 2001 11:36:10 -0400
  ...Additionally, if the AFM is new, presumably there would be a preset factory tension on the spring that would not vary terribly much from...
• Re: Sticky AFM?
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Wed, 31 Oct 2001 11:48:51 -0800
  carefully pry the black top off of the afm and clean the carbon track. Don't use your fingers, but a q-tip and...
• Re: AFM 1.9l/2.1l help?
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 27 Jul 2001 18:11:14 EDT
  ...You also have to replace your 1.9l Intake Air hose (that accordian looking hose between the AFM and the throttle body) with the...
• Re: Stuck O2 sensor
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sun, 11 Feb 2018 21:51:08 -0500
  So, are you saying that the AFM on a 1.9 should give the same voltage reading as one from a 2.1, but...
• Re: AFM: repair or replace?
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 1 May 1999 18:38:48 EDT
  I sell the 2.1l AFMs new for $90 plus $10 shipping. Even less of a reason not to just replace a malfunctioning one...
• replacement AFM
  Historical mailing list - Gregor Brandt
  Thu, 16 Nov 2006 09:59:47 -0600
  I recall reading about a few people that were trying to make an electronic AFM to replace our mechanical/electrical ones in the 86...
• Re: Gas in oil? UPDATE
  Historical mailing list - Sean Bartnik
  Sat, 3 May 97 12:45:42 EDT
  ...When I disconnect the AFM, the fuel stops running. > It will idle fine with the AFM disconnected, but of course will not > drive that...
• Re: Aircooled starting problem---AFM???
  Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
  Thu, 12 Dec 2002 09:51:46 -0700
  ...Exchange the AFM also. If your pump is not > running as > you describe, then it could be the relay, AFM, ECU, pump, wiring, or...
• Re: 1.9ltr vanagon timing help needed.
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Mon, 14 Sep 2009 12:44:43 -0400
  ...When my AFM was bad, and I had "vanagon syndrome," the engine ran rich all the time, and I suspect the computer tried to...
• I Cleaned my AFM...
  Historical mailing list - John S. Klun
  Fri, 17 May 2002 16:45:43 -0600
  Volks- Thanks to 'Mtn Gal's message in the archives about cleaning the AFM. My 84GL 1.9l WBX had started hesitating and losing...
• Cutting Out resolved
  Historical mailing list - Darrel Combs
  Sat, 23 Nov 2002 17:15:22 -0500
  ...I can home after work today and replaced the AFM as a few of you all suggested. I have 2 rubber boots the go...
• Re: '84 rough running, backfire
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Mathis
  Fri, 20 Apr 2001 14:28:51 EDT
  ...Then again maybe all my problems could stem from the fact that my Digijet system does have an AFM. Chuck '85 Wolfsburg Westy -- 'Roland...
• Adjusting AFM srping setting
  Historical mailing list - Todd Last
  Fri, 27 Jul 2001 14:54:43 -0400
  I got a new/rebuilt AFM and when the garage tried to adjust the CO, they said the motor was running too rich. So...
• Replace AFM with MAP?
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Sat, 4 Nov 2006 09:33:53 -0800
  Has anyone experimented with replacing the AFM with MAP? I know that Megasquirt requires running a vacuum line to it's MAP, but what...
• Re: High altitude power loss
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 23 Jul 2000 17:45:25 -0400
  ...Combined with cleaning and possibly relocating the carbon track in the AFM, can string a worn AFM along for quite a while. A major...
• Re: Stuck O2 sensor
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 11 Feb 2018 16:14:33 -0500
  I'd be extremely wary (as in run far away) about attempting to adjust the AFM tension spring. However, by improvising a flow bench...
• Re: The "Other" Vanagon Syndrome, Part II
  Historical mailing list - Harald Rust
  Tue, 30 Sep 2003 13:28:26 -0700
  James, I found the cap fix to help when I soldered it in the afm. That's already years ago, and all my afms...
• Re: Fw: AFM Tuning... Re: Me and our '88 are glad to be back
  Historical mailing list - Gary Stearns
  Sun, 6 Aug 2000 10:46:19 -0400
  ...They are inside the plug that fits into the AFM. Apparently to increase the squeezing force of these terminals. Why called power timer terminals...
• Re: Subject: AFM ? (as related to the air filter housing)
  Historical mailing list - Don Hanson
  Sun, 12 Dec 2010 09:41:08 -0800
  ...I shall consider myself "free" to position the AFM however it fits best then. Don Hanson On Sun, Dec 12, 2010 at 9:03...
• Re: Jim Thompson- HELP!
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Sun, 7 Sep 1997 13:16:49 EDT
  ...Pop the connection to the AFM and test the AFM according to >Bentley and find that terminals 3 & 4 show 740 ohms instead of...
• Re: Technical question re: Injector firing signal
  Historical mailing list - James Bradley
  Wed, 8 Oct 2008 12:26:06 -0400
  ...I had tested my AFM previously, I will recheck again to my abilities. I'm just checking for resistance values, yes? I replaced the...
• Re: Temperature Sensor Resistance in AFM
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 19 Sep 2003 14:48:41 -0400
  ...pins in the multi-terminal plug on the top of the AFM. Doesn't the act of >unpluging the connector to test the resistance...
• Re: afm?
  Historical mailing list - Neptuno
  Fri, 27 Jan 2006 13:24:47 -0800
  Can someone tell me what they look like? The AFM that is.... are there any links to some pictures? Thank you, Tony --------------------------------- Do you...
• Re: AFM Voltage Ratios
  Historical mailing list - Malcolm Stebbins
  Sat, 4 Nov 2006 12:59:18 -0800
  I have an AFM with the top off. I can post photos of the inside if anyone would like. m ____________________________________________________________________________________ Want to start your...
• Re: Alternative Mounting of AFM and Air Filter Box
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Schwaia
  Mon, 20 Jun 2011 17:02:34 -0700
  ...Alternative Mounting of AFM and Air Filter Box Does anyone know of a good alternative method to secure the AFM/Air-Filter box so...
• Re: [Syncro] AFM testing
  Historical mailing list - Dana Morphew
  Sun, 4 Mar 2001 08:29:12 -0800
  ...down) without flat spots, it's OK. -Dana- > I have my AFM out of the vehicle. and in front of me with my multimeter...
• Re: Anyone Tested a 2.1 AFM on 1.9 Digijet?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Wed, 21 Jun 2017 11:04:24 -0700
  ...First I'll measure for voltage drop out then if need be, clean the resistive strip on the existing AFM or move the AFM...
• setting co at afm question
  Historical mailing list - Scott Wilson
  Fri, 18 Oct 2002 12:55:25 -0700
  im just wondering if there is a way to set the co at the afm without an exaust analyzer. i guess im wondering how...
• Re: Vanagon bogging - any possible diagnoses OTHER than the AFM?
  Historical mailing list - David Katsuki
  Thu, 16 May 2002 16:06:57 -0400
  Chris, This sounds like a classic example of the AFM wear problem. The problem is that the pot connected to the AFM flap eventually...
• Re: 87 Van Bucking (Solution...?)
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 9 Feb 2000 13:45:33 -0500
  ...There are lots of things that can cause engine misbehavior, including a bad AFM. The VW device is *intended* to cure a problem with...
• Re: 1985 Digijet Surging at idle (AFM?)
  Historical mailing list - Mark Ingalls
  Sat, 9 Feb 2002 23:43:38 -0600
  ...BTW the van has the new >little >Volkwagen plugin for the AFM. > >Hum... > >Still surging. > >I dismantled the AFM from the van, brough it...
• Re: AFM for 1.9 WBX
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Thu, 21 Apr 2016 16:21:59 -0400
  > could you please tell if I can use an AFM from an '88 WBX (part # 412079) on a 1.9 > WBX engine? No you...
• Wanted: AFMs (no need to work)
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Tue, 14 Nov 2006 13:50:13 -0800
  I am looking for a couple *complete* AFMs (WBX 2.1) to play with. They don't need to work (ie bad resistance tracks...
• Re: AFM test readings
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Thu, 3 Jul 2014 10:47:43 -0700
  ...Of note, I found this comment from Tencent interesting: "On this particular AFM, moving the wiper hub at top did not show any problems...
• Suitable sub for the Digifant AFM..Ford 2.3 Merkur? Anyone know?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Ray
  Mon, 18 Aug 2003 16:49:40 -0700
  ...I think the prob is most likely the AFM. My buddy gave me the AFM out of a Ford US Spec XR4Ti w/ the...
• Replacement AFM technology
  Historical mailing list - tinker man
  Sun, 23 Sep 2007 12:02:20 +0200
  ...Since I don't have a spare AFM to play with, does anyone have high resolution pics of an opened AFM? What's the...
• Re: Why does my 1.9 run richer in the winter?
  Historical mailing list - Michael McSwain
  Sat, 17 Oct 2015 14:18:08 -0400
  ...It's a rebuilt AFM from Van Cafe if I remember correctly. I tried adjusting my last one and never was satisfied with my...
• Re: AFM spring tension
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Sat, 3 Mar 2001 19:47:55 -0700
  ...AFM spring tension Volks Folks, I have the AFM from my Digijet 85 GL in front of me. I am interested in seeing if...
• Re: Driving with AFM unplugged
  Historical mailing list - VWNut Hawk
  Wed, 25 Jun 2003 14:54:52 -0500
  ...I'd find the cause of the idle problem asap and leave the afm connected. Have you checked the temp gauge, O2 sensor? Have...
• Re: '86 AFM in '84
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Fri, 8 Jun 2001 21:15:53 -0400
  ...Is it typical for > remanufacturers to remanufacture a later model AFM into one for '83-'85? > > I have been using this AFM for almost...
• Idle, Stumble, ignition, stumble, ignition, stumble, then OK
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Steele
  Fri, 1 Jan 1904 04:05:34 -0400
  ...Last week, I did the AFM capacitor fix and installed new grounds on the AFM and alternator. I still get the subject performance. At...
• Re: Jetta bucking syndrome? Also AFM Cover
  Historical mailing list - Dana Morphew
  Thu, 2 May 2002 17:54:35 -0700
  I opened the AFM on my '89 RV engine, that came out of a Jetta, and loosened and moved the plate under the wiper...
• Re: Idle Stabilizer Control Unit Reverse Engineering
  Historical mailing list - TC
  Tue, 9 Jan 2007 14:12:57 -0800
  > 1) Figure out a good replacement (or permanent repair/upgrade) for the > AFM. I have made some real good progress on this, and will...
• Re: Why does my 1.9 run richer in the winter?
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sat, 17 Oct 2015 09:16:36 -0700
  ...it could be the AFM tat was affected the the cold and/or moisture. Mine run rich with rough idle if the AFM harness...
• how to bend afm sweeper arms?
  Historical mailing list - Dave Caston & Sherrie Payne
  Mon, 11 Jan 1999 15:10:06 -0500
  How does one bend the sweeper arms on the AFM without screwing them up? Can I take the moving part out to bend them...
• AFM Voltage Ratios
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Fri, 3 Nov 2006 18:22:51 -0800
  Does anyone have data on AFM voltage (out of the resistive divider) versus manifold pressure? I would think they would directly correlate in some...
• lean out adjustment on AFM
  Historical mailing list - Mike Meuser
  Thu, 28 Jun 2007 20:27:55 -0700
  HI - I can't seem to find anything in my manuals that tells me which way to turn the adjuster on the AFM to...
• Re: Anyone Tested a 2.1 AFM on 1.9 Digijet?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Wed, 12 Jul 2017 12:40:44 -0700
  So foolish and overly confident me, I chose to attempt a circuit board "shift" on this persons' AFM while at a VW campout. Of...
• Temperature Sensor Resistance in AFM
  Historical mailing list - Greg Marshall
  Thu, 18 Sep 2003 07:11:39 -0400
  ...What I found was that the resistance across the Temperature Sensor (the one in the AFM) was only 1300. Bentley spec is 2300 - 2500...
• Re: K&N Cone filters Cold Air Intake for vanagon-eliminate factory ...
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 25 Dec 2004 21:45:26 EST
  In a message dated 12/25/04 5:01:14 PM Eastern Standard Time, pdooley@VERIZON.NET writes: > Thunderbird Turbocoupe uses a bigger AFM...
• Re: QUICK CLEAN ... AFM ( Horace)
  Historical mailing list - Debi
  Fri, 30 Apr 1999 11:07:59 -0700
  Yes, I used it inside my AFM, I didn't touch anything or make any adjustments, I just sprayed it two or three times...
• Re: What symptoms from leaking AFM boot?
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Fri, 18 Apr 2003 20:12:36 -0400
  <snip> What symptoms would one likely see from a crack in the rubber boot between the AFM and the throttle body? <snip> We're...
• for sale: 2.1L ECU and AFM
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 9 Dec 2003 02:00:29 EST
  ...would like $200 for the ECU (tested, works fine) and $85 for the AFM both fit vanagons 86-91. carry a spare! chris se...
• BUcking List ...
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan
  Tue, 1 Feb 2005 11:32:51 -0800
  ...Change the AFM 4. Change fuel filter, 5. Clean ground cables Any more ideas? Zoltan
• Re: Replacement AFM technology
  Historical mailing list - tinker man
  Sun, 23 Sep 2007 23:36:17 +0200
  ...inexpensive MAP sensor. > And I'd prefer to keep it simple - a low-cost, direct drop-in AFM replacement, with no wearing parts. CTM
• Re: 2.1l AFMs available new
  Historical mailing list - Jeff
  Tue, 2 Mar 2010 13:38:54 -0800
  ...2.1l AFMs available new I beg to differ. I have a rebuilt Python 1.9 AFM on my 84 Westy that I installed...
• Re: Still running like crap, the saga continues
  Historical mailing list - Benny boy
  Fri, 7 Mar 2008 20:41:26 -0500
  ...If the AFM mod did some major change, don't look further for now. Go back where you started... at the AFM If that...
• Re: AFM Voltage Ratios
  Historical mailing list - Mike Bucchino
  Sat, 4 Nov 2006 14:06:00 -0500
  ...The flap position varies according to air flowing through the AFM, based on engine demand. The correlation between CFM airflow to the range of...