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• Re: 87 Vanagon fuse problem
  Historical mailing list - John McLean
  Tue, 21 Dec 1999 04:19:21 -0800
  ...Kimmons" wrote: > Wow!! I'm having this same problem... (see Headlight Help!!) > > I just replaced the ignition switch (electric part only), but then... > > REALLY...
• MORE info Re: headlights not working after towing???
  Historical mailing list - David Most
  Thu, 31 Jul 2003 20:42:38 -0600
  ...1) ignition switch 2) headlight switch 3) relay (not sure where this is located) 4) grounds I haven't done any formal checking other...
• horn not working after replacing ignition switch?
  Historical mailing list - most david
  Fri, 21 Dec 2007 13:58:22 -0800
  ...The new ignition switch and all else is working fine now. But, the horn has not worked since replacing the switch. I've double...
• Re: Ignition switch question
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 20 Jun 2023 09:15:08 -0400
  ...Stop, turn key and remove. > My radio stays on until I open my door. > Did my ignition switch organically grow a new feature? > > > On...
• Re: Help Needed on Manual to Auto Trans wiring problem.
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Mon, 6 Nov 2006 17:55:25 -0800
  ...switch to the igntion switch to the starter. > > Your losing power to the ignition---but this should not be happening if > the safety switch...
• Re: Ignition switch recommendations.
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Sun, 7 Nov 2010 20:22:47 -0600
  ...John LiMBO relays that do the actual switching." The ignition switch *is* a highly stressed component, somewhat like the light switch. If you want...
• Re: Something is draining my battery...
  Historical mailing list - George Vermillion
  Thu, 14 Jun 2007 06:45:21 EDT
  I had a similar problem in my 85 vanagon, the voltage regulator had failed and was powering the switched circuits while the ignition switch...
• Re: Wiper Failure (again) X-switch for ignition
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sun, 6 Mar 2011 08:30:00 -0600
  ...Putting in one of the headlight relay kits > protects the ignition switch as well as the headlight switch. Where have > you guys been? The...
• Re: Ignition switch question
  Historical mailing list - rob wilke
  Tue, 20 Jun 2023 16:09:40 -0600
  My ignition switch has a new added bonus of being able to pull the keys out while its running. A feature in Montana winters...
• Re: Ignition switch question
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Wed, 14 Jun 2023 21:49:16 -0400
  ...Only thing I did is turn the key. >> >> Are these signs of a needed ignition switch change or something else? >> >> Eric Caron >> 84 Westfalia
• Re: Ignition switch recommendations.
  Historical mailing list - John Reynolds
  Sun, 7 Nov 2010 17:09:14 -0800
  ...switch? So adding head light relays by the traditional method will not only stop all the power through the headlight switch, but ignition switch...
• Re: HELP -- Vanagon won't start
  Historical mailing list - robot .
  Thu, 25 May 2000 16:27:36 PDT
  ...Then check the drive lockout switch. Finally look at the ignition switch itself. tim o'brien ________________________________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free E-mail from MSN...
• Re: ignition switch-- how to article
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Wed, 31 Mar 2010 12:25:12 -0700
  At 3/31/2010 11:27 AM, Troy wrote: >Last year I replaced my ignition switch with one that I purchased >from the bus...
• Re: Rewiring parking lights to switch with ignition
  Historical mailing list - Tim Hannink
  Thu, 9 May 2002 12:16:58 -0400
  ...Install a jumper (0.5 mm) from the ignition switched input (terminal X) of the light switch to the other side of the new...
• RE: '71 Ignition Problems
  Historical mailing list - Maher, Steve (SD-MS)
  Wed, 05 Jun 1996 08:47:00 -0700 (PDT)
  ...In my case, turned out to be a cooked wire from the ignition switch to the fuse box-- the one that has +12V when...
• Re: Rewiring parking lights to switch with ignition
  Historical mailing list - Bill Knight
  Thu, 9 May 2002 13:15:36 -0400
  ...Rewiring parking lights to switch with ignition Eric said: The headlights on my �89 Westy go out when the ignition is turned off, but...
• 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...
• Re: No Start Scenario
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Wed, 11 Mar 2015 14:44:45 -0700
  ...I'm unclear IF that circuit is > energized from the FI Relay OR the ignition switch. So this is where I > am stuck. FP...
• Re; Help Again
  Historical mailing list - Terry Kay
  Tue, 22 Aug 2000 16:07:18 -0500
  ...If that isn't it, it might be the neutral safety switch,( if automatic ) or last but not the least, the ignition switch. I...
• 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...
• Re: 87 GL Intermittantly Not Starting
  Historical mailing list - Vanagon man
  Mon, 12 May 2003 15:04:45 -0400
  > That is not a valid assumption about the ignition switch. The switch has > multiple contacts inside it that make the connections for different > functions...
• Re: Aftermarket new ignition switch failure
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Mon, 6 Jan 2003 13:49:41 -0800
  ...Aftermarket new ignition switch failure > > > > My original ignition switch failed about 4 days ago. I hotwired the >Vanagon > > to get it home, and bought...
• Re: Ignition switch - no start
  Historical mailing list - John Carpenter
  Tue, 5 Jul 2005 15:02:50 EDT
  ...1987 - Vanagon Syncro Occasionally when I turn the ignition switch to start up, I get all the dash lights, etc. but no ignition at...
• Re: VAN STALLED AND WON'T START ?
  Historical mailing list - Scott - IMAP
  Mon, 1 Aug 2016 19:34:55 -0700
  ...Replacing Vanagon Ignition Switch > > | | > | | | | | | | | > | Replacing Vanagon Ignition Switch | > | | > | View on www.youtube.com | Preview by Yahoo | > | | > | | > > BTW....be sure to do the "install key...
• 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: Ignition switch barrel and tumbler replacement?
  Historical mailing list - nick mcree
  Wed, 1 Jun 1994 17:01:24 -0500 (CDT)
  On Wed, 1 Jun 1994, Dyer Lytle wrote: > > Greetings again, > > Has anyone out there replaced the barrel and tumblers on their > ignition switch? I...
• Ignition switch recommendations.
  Historical mailing list - Luke Bakken
  Sat, 6 Nov 2010 19:03:52 -0700
  Hey everyone - This last spring I replaced my ignition switch to fix some funky issues with the door chimes on my van, and also...
• algebra-impaired
  Historical mailing list - Helmut Blong
  Wed, 6 Sep 2006 21:50:56 -0400
  ...It seems more likely to be a fault int he ignition switch as I also have the LCD clock malfunction relative to the ignition...
• Dimmer Switch
  Historical mailing list - James Flanigan
  Sun, 4 Jun 2000 23:40:53 EST
  ...I finally broke down and bought the $10.00 ignition switch. Upon attempting to replace the ignition switch, I discovered it was the mechanical...
• Ignition / Starter
  Historical mailing list - David Wilhite
  Wed, 23 Jan 2002 21:26:45 -0500
  ...My starter and solenoid are fine, but it won't crank from the ignition switch. Right now I've got a nice long wire...
• Re: No spark, what to do
  Historical mailing list - thewestyman
  Mon, 4 Feb 2019 10:22:06 -0800
  ...So, the battery is good, the ignition switch is working, at least for the running of the engine. Zoltan -----Original Message----- From: Dan N...
• Re: Electrical problem: wipers, blowers, headlights
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 15 Apr 2017 13:10:09 -0400
  The X terminal on your ignition switch supplies the headlights directly, and operates a relay that supplies power to blower, wipers, rear defrost. These...
• Ignition switch replacement: where is it in =?UTF-8?Q?Bently=3F?=
  Historical mailing list - Gregory Smith
  Wed, 30 Oct 2013 19:52:31 -0700
  I want to replace my ignition switch and thought it prudent to look it up in my Bently, but I can't find anything...
• Re: key not working
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Tue, 30 Dec 2008 15:57:17 -0500
  Hi DJ, Behind the ignition switch on the column there are two phillips screws that hold the switch in place. Remove the switch and...
• 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: replacing lock cylinders + ignition switch
  Historical mailing list - David Brodbeck
  Thu, 24 Apr 2003 10:24:28 -0400
  ...can the lock cylinders be replaced without changing the > door handles and the ignition switch. The door handles, at least, come apart pretty easily...
• Re: Ignition switch question
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 18 Oct 2014 03:26:21 -0400
  ...diagram out there which labels each of the spades on the >ignition switch? One of ours has nothing on it and we are curious...
• Re: Ignition Switch? (Update)
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Sat, 3 Oct 2009 13:11:19 -0600
  Have you checked to see if the wire going from ignition switch to the starter solenoid is connected? If connected, disconnect it and ck...
• Re: 1991 Vanagon intermittent no start
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Thu, 8 Mar 2007 15:48:42 -0500
  While the electrical part of the ignition switch is a prime suspect and is often the cause of intermittent starting woes, I'd like...
• Ignition Switch; Dimmer Switch
  Historical mailing list - James Flanigan
  Sat, 3 Jun 2000 14:49:55 EST
  ...Was going to replace my ignition switch today (will not engage starter) and discovered it is not a defective electrical switch, but the mechanical...
• Re: 85 Vanagon Kaput!
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Sat, 27 Oct 2001 16:27:43 EDT
  ...No ignition lights (oil, alt, temp). But the engine would turn over. It was the ignition switch. I replaced it and everything is fine...
• Re: intermittent headlight failure
  Historical mailing list - Connal Hughes
  Tue, 30 Nov 1999 14:59:12 EST
  >Same here - ignition switch was the diagnosed culprit ~ $70 dealer >installed. I just replaced the ignition switch on an '85 westy because the engine...
• Re: vanagon won't start
  Historical mailing list - Michael J Vickey
  Tue, 22 Sep 1998 12:03:53 -0400
  ...problem with my Rabbit and it turned out to be the ignition switch >> If the starter is working normally, and the engine still will...
• Ignition Switch Source & Tips
  Historical mailing list - Tom Salicos
  Mon, 19 Dec 2005 09:05:01 -0800
  ...I thought I'd try an ignition switch next. What is a good brand, source, and are there any special tips for a DIY...
• 2nd ignition switch in 2 months???
  Historical mailing list - Chad Lyles
  Mon, 7 Jan 2008 06:28:31 -0800
  ...i just put that ignition switch in less than 2 months ago!! WTF? UGH! ...any ideas as to why it might be doing this...
• Re: ignition switch part #
  Historical mailing list - John Carpenter
  Tue, 3 Feb 2004 18:00:52 EST
  ...I've narrowed my problems down to the electrical ignition switch in the steering column thanks to list help... Now, can anyone tell me...
• Re: ignition switch-- how to article
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Wright
  Wed, 31 Mar 2010 12:08:34 -0700
  ...On Wed, Mar 31, 2010 at 11:27 AM, Troy <colorworks@gci.net> wrote: > Last year I replaced my ignition switch with one that...
• Re: Headlights Out
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 30 Jan 2011 14:24:42 -0800
  ...remove the plug from the back of the ignition switch that's installed, and plug in your spare ign switch. it's a matter...
• Ignition switch question
  Historical mailing list - Geneva Saint-Amour
  Fri, 17 Oct 2014 18:34:46 -0600
  Is there a diagram out there which labels each of the spades on the ignition switch? One of ours has nothing on it and...
• Re: fan won't stop 87 syncro
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 27 Jun 2006 11:51:00 -0400
  Fan operating with ignition switch ndicates AC system is trying to turn it on. Check the AC switch. Dennis ----- Original Message ----- From: William Bruce...
• Re: Ignition Switch?
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Wed, 30 Sep 2009 16:10:39 -0700
  ...an ignition switch?� Am I even right in assuming that these problems are related?� It wansn't long after the ignition switch started acting...
• No Start Scenario
  Historical mailing list - John Goubeaux
  Wed, 11 Mar 2015 14:17:19 -0700
  ...I've got a new ignition switch and relays on the way so can do some swapping out AND intend to replace the ignition...
• Re: replacing ignition switch
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 30 Aug 1998 08:07:27 EDT
  ...While motoring down the road, this weighty blob of keys is swaying, bobbing and gyrating, using the entry point to the ignition switch as...
• Re: No start/ Yes spark II
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 3 Nov 2011 14:20:18 -0700
  I had an ignition switch that intermittently and distinctly did not supply '15' power during starter cranking. This was in an 87 Syncro Doka...
• Answer to "No Low Beams" thanks guys!
  Historical mailing list - Daniel Danrich
  Sat, 20 Apr 2002 19:13:00 -1000
  ...Purchase a new ignition switch, remove the lower steering column cover, unplug the big wire harness connector on the back side of the ignition...
• Dead Headlights
  Historical mailing list - Vlach Family
  Mon, 30 Nov 1998 13:55:36 -0500
  ...stay off C) Ignition: on Light switch: off Results: All same as #1. D) Ignition: on Light switch: on Results: Blue hi-beam lamp...
• Headlights, Fans not working - Resolution
  Historical mailing list - Mike Finkbiner
  Fri, 14 Apr 2000 04:37:38 GMT
  ...We thought it tested OK, and were playing with the load reduction relay and the dimmer switch, but - it was the ignition switch all...
• Re: Ignition switch question
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Mon, 19 May 2014 15:01:16 -0600
  ...the recent no start, ignition switch replacement issue, I was > wondering if there's a way to know which switch your van uses without...
• Advice-New Ignition Switch/Cig Lighter/Fan Switch
  Historical mailing list - Michael Sullivan
  Sat, 19 Feb 2011 11:25:59 -0600
  ...Symptom-Slow cranking/no cranking new starter and battery drain and ignition switch going out. I am going to check the grounds from alt...
• Ignition Switch Mystery gets weirder...but thanks for all suggestions!
  Historical mailing list - kevin obrien
  Fri, 9 Jul 2004 13:02:33 -0700
  ...Awhile back I posted about my Ignition Switch Mystery. Thanks to all for replies with possible solutions and info on the Hard Start Kit...