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• Re: Loss of head lights, wipers and rear heater blower
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Grisanti
  Thu, 26 Dec 2013 09:57:03 -0800
  ...Plug the replacement switch > into the harness. Use the flat blade screwdriver to operate the > switch. You still need the key to unlock the...
• Re: Turn signal won't work at all
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Sat, 23 Feb 2019 19:21:44 +0000
  Since you removed dash, you also removed the instrument cluster; and to do that, you had to disconnect the emergency flasher switch.  I know...
• Re: New radio= dead battery?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 30 May 2012 23:36:09 -0400
  ...Notice the absence of the ACC position on the ignition switch. I've had to train myself to always turn the radio off, never...
• Re: 86 Syncro 2.1 surging at 2K rpm no load
  Historical mailing list - Daryl Christensen
  Thu, 24 May 2012 18:16:16 -0700
  Good throttle switch did the trick. Kirk had one, so it was a quick fix once I did the electrical check of the switch...
• Re: Auto Tranny problem Anything else to try?
  Historical mailing list - Dee OBrien
  Sun, 7 Oct 2007 09:35:38 -0700
  Excuse me but the point was that it was NOT the switch you refer to because to check the neutral safety switch you see...
• Re: Manual Tranny, funky Reverse Light Switch
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Wed, 30 Mar 2022 00:39:17 +0000
  ...Manual Tranny, funky Reverse Light Switch On my 4 speed '85 Vanagon, I recently had the transmission rebuilt; the way we did this was...
• Re: Throttle Valve Switch
  Historical mailing list - Jonce Fancher
  Wed, 14 Sep 2005 22:19:07 -0400
  ...checked the switch with a ohm meter and it looks to be in very good condition. Both of my Vanagons use the dual switch...
• Re: Ignition switch question
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Tue, 20 Jun 2023 22:29:07 -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: Headlight dimmer switch woes
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Sun, 14 Dec 2008 08:49:03 -0500
  ...However the lever for the switch is on this stalk but the switch itself is on the wiper assembly. I have the early version...
• Re: Switch to LED lighting
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 2 Jul 2010 15:59:38 -0400
  ...But it's a lot more convenient than having to mount a switch at the brake pedal, or install another hydraulic switch in the...
• <No subject>
  Historical mailing list - Marshall Ruskin
  Mon, 17 May 1999 22:51:08 -0500
  MY wifes headlight switch used to always get hot to the touch, but not so often any more. Some "problems" will cure themselves, given...
• Ceramic Switch ?
  Historical mailing list - Mark Smith
  Thu, 4 May 2000 11:11:58 EDT
  ...The current owner believes the problem relates to a ceramic switch located near one headlight, which was damaged by a collision with a deer...
• Re: Digi-whatever question
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 10 Aug 2001 09:02:59 -0400
  ...a bad clutch switch (the van will start >without stepping on the clutch (or do they all do that?), There is no clutch switch...
• Fridge LED Panel Switch question
  Historical mailing list - Tom Rowsell
  Sun, 2 May 2004 21:43:32 -0300
  ...The little silver toggle switch in the center of the Fridge LED panel (whatever it's called)...mine has been "busted" since I had...
• Re: Dual Battery Switch
  Historical mailing list - Al and Sue Brase
  Thu, 21 Oct 2004 23:46:24 -0500
  ...Al Brase Bob Bolton wrote: >There's just one important trick with these switches, that I remember from when >I had them in boats...
• Re: auxiliary driving lights problem
  Historical mailing list - Kim Brennan
  Thu, 30 Jun 2005 13:40:11 -0400
  I suspect a switch PROBLEM. Your symptoms (high beams not staying on) can be cause by several different problems. In my case (on two...
• help! (list related, not van related)
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 24 Feb 2006 02:07:40 -0500
  Could someone please send me offline the instructions for how to switch to digest? My laptop is down, I'm in Malawi with the...
• Re: Throttle Valve Switch - Lesson Learned
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 22 Oct 2007 13:40:20 -0400
  ...Throttle Valve Switch - Lesson Learned I'll bet the reason your DPO ditched it to begin with is that he/she stripped the threads...
• Re: Brake Light Troubleshooting Tips?
  Historical mailing list - Mike B
  Sun, 8 Jun 2014 20:13:08 -0400
  ...The warning light on the dash is driven by the third terminal on the two switches (early VW bug dual M/C brake switches...
• Re: Radiator fan switch wierdness
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Thu, 1 May 2014 14:29:58 -0500
  ...Radiator fan switch wierdness > > I wondered about that too. Since the fan does trigger from time to sporadic > time. > > Would any other switch trigger...
• Re: Lights out!
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Thu, 18 Oct 2012 22:31:46 -0500
  ...If they both work when the headlights don't, you almost > certainly have a bad headlight switch. If the wipers and heater fan > don...
• Re: [Syncro] Wanted: cruise control switch
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 10 Sep 2000 23:43:14 -0400
  I bought a switch new a couple of years ago and it only cost about US$70 ============================================================ From: "Karl M." <THEWESTYMAN@MINDSPRING.COM> Date...
• Re: Emergency brake light stays on
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Sat, 16 Dec 2006 09:04:26 -0800
  ...According to the wiring diagram, in '86 they added the brake fluid level sensor and deleted the parking brake switch. 87-up, they had...
• Re: vanagon Digest - 30 Jul 2019 - Special issue (#2019-193)
  Historical mailing list - Keith Hughes
  Wed, 31 Jul 2019 17:08:01 +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: 1987 Syncro Cooling Issue
  Historical mailing list - Mister Tom
  Sat, 3 May 2014 12:08:41 -0700
  The fan switch is new and it acted the same way with the old switch unit. That's why I asked the question whether...
• Re: An electrical thing I never noticed in 20 years of Westy ownership
  Historical mailing list - Mbob1950
  Sat, 30 Jul 2022 06:41:35 -0500
  A few years ago while refreshing the refrigerators I removed the thermo switch and replaced the rear fan with a computer fan that is...
• Re: Starting circuits in '84 Westy
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sat, 18 Aug 2012 19:51:50 -0400
  ...If that works but the key doesn't, the switch is your culprit. You can then get a switch, stick it into the harness...
• Electrical Gremlins?
  Historical mailing list - Ray Reinhard
  Sat, 17 Dec 2005 15:22:35 -0800
  I was listening to my stereo today, with the front heater fan on, when I flipped the switch to turn on the rear window...
• Re: front headlights not working.... (long winded again)
  Historical mailing list - Don in North Carolina
  Tue, 25 Jan 2005 10:04:36 -0500
  ...The late model Vanagons have a history of burning out headlight switches, ignition switches and (occasionally) load reduction ("X") relays because of this. Side...
• Re: Rebuilding Vanagon Electric Windows or How To Go Into Debt Quickly
  Historical mailing list - Leon
  Thu, 28 Apr 2005 23:27:18 -0700
  I was working on one guy Westy and both sides switches didn't work. ordered from well known source and after 3 weeks of...
• Re: Power window switch relocation
  Historical mailing list - Toomey Douglas
  Sun, 27 Aug 2017 11:47:22 -0700
  ...That and the general loss of power when using the driver’s side switch to raise and lower the passenger side window. I am...
• re Aux. Battery Isolator Relay
  Historical mailing list - Rick Gordon
  Mon, 15 Sep 1997 01:15:38 -0700
  ...The relay I purchased has four terminals but the >diagram shows one switching terminal goes to ground and one to the igniti= >on >switch...
• Re: Strange electrical question.
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Sat, 12 Oct 2019 00:30:10 +0000
  A well aimed shot of spray electrical contact cleaner into Hazard Switch, followed up by the recommended few dozen cycles of rapid exercise to...
• Re: 1991 Carat - the drama continues
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 21 Jul 2016 14:35:13 -0500
  ...R&R the switch, problem solved. Went through the same on my '88 Van. Switch failed. Gave all the symtoms. Replaced the switch, problem...
• Re: Gowesty starter problems...but, Ignition Switch
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Mon, 5 Sep 2016 23:09:13 +0000
  I just want to comment...all Ignition Switches are not alike.  I was having "turn key, nothing happens" issues.  Was on the road, and...
• Fw: How is the fog light switch supposed to be wired?
  Historical mailing list - Carrington, Tom
  Wed, 16 Aug 2000 08:43:53 -0400
  ...Unless the switch is lighted, you shouldn't >need it. If the switch is lighted, then you need to find the post >that has...
• Re: Westy Faucet
  Historical mailing list - Tom Buese
  Thu, 10 Apr 2008 12:40:46 -0600
  ...Its the single > tap with switch. I got the version with the switch so that I could > attach a foot-operated switch to it...
• Euro-Drive: UPDATE 85 Volkswagen Vanagon, Surge
  Historical mailing list - "Robert Philp III (by way of Derek Drew )"
  Thu, 2 Nov 2000 12:02:39 -0500
  ...Always _________________________ UPDATE: __________________________ Update on this l985 Vanagon, This van has only l switch on the throttle body. Swapped and put new switch on with...
• .3 BAR oil pressure switch
  Historical mailing list - Dan R. Hall
  Tue, 29 Jul 2003 21:14:50 -0500
  ...The switch I pulled out of there was the WRONG switch----a 1.8 BAR pressure sender. Since installing the .3 BAR switch, no...
• Re: Won't idle when cold ...
  Historical mailing list - Evan Mac Donald
  Thu, 4 May 2006 14:50:48 -0700
  I recently had the whole throttle assembly out of my van, trying to get the switch to adjust. I found several problems, all inter...
• Re: question regarding front heater switch and knob, 1990 Vanagon GL
  Historical mailing list - Boucheron
  Sun, 27 Dec 2009 21:13:44 -0500
  Often the melted switch is caused by the blower motor. The motor bushings get dirty and dry out and the amperage goes up and...
• Re: Refrigerator and Alarm
  Historical mailing list - Harry Yates
  Mon, 15 May 1995 10:40:36 +0000
  ...I relented, and bought the VW switch parts (switch, rubber boot, and block for the door) and haven't had a problem in 4...
• Re: Installed VDO/PSI Gauge = oil light on at idle?
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 22 Mar 1997 08:41:01 PST
  ...You have two oil pressure sensing switches. Here is some extra info................. The low pressure switch (4.4) must open between 2.2 and...
• Re: more bulbs...
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Wed, 17 Nov 1999 21:51:44 -0800
  ...above the headlight switch? >> >> Only warning light, no other. >> >> > >> > The rear heater fan speed selector? >> >> Yes. >> >> > >> > Thanks >> > Bill >> > 90 Westy Syncro >> >> Youre welcome! >> PerL...
• Re: HELP!! No Headlights - 87 Westy
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Sat, 29 Oct 2005 06:42:58 EDT
  ...HELP!! Is the problem in the headlight switch...the highbeam flasher switch or somewhere else??? Ric, most likely your headlight switch is fried. This...
• Re: Ground Shut-off Switch Needed
  Historical mailing list - Lawrence Johnson
  Fri, 07 Mar 1997 20:35:41 -0800
  David Richoux wrote: > > Hi All: > > I am looking for a simple but effective ground shut-off or disconnect > switch for my '83 Vanagon. There...
• Re: Headlights
  Historical mailing list - Jim Felder
  Tue, 22 Jun 2021 12:56:58 -0500
  ...You will likely need a wiper/headlight stalk assembly if you can’t fix the problem with a new switch. Jim Sent from my...
• Re: 1985 Westy Vanagon shutters, dies, and then resurrects... help.
  Historical mailing list - Mark Dearing
  Thu, 11 Nov 2010 16:27:11 EST
  ...I would also check that the ignition switch is functioning. Easy to check when you have the engine running, wiggle the wires the ignition...
• Ignition Switch on 85
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Sun, 15 Mar 1998 20:51:20 EST
  ...I installed a bypass switch for now . This catalog shows the switch contact assembly portion of the ignition is replaceable. I looked at it...
• Re: solenoid vs ignition switch for non-start
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Mon, 9 Apr 2007 09:50:31 -0700
  On 4/9/07, Richard A Jones <jones@colorado.edu> wrote: > > When I turn the ignition switch to "on" I get dash lights > and...
• Throttle Body Switch Cam
  Historical mailing list - Jim O'Connor
  Thu, 30 Mar 2017 07:53:36 -0400
  I am looking for a good used throttle body for a 2.1L, or if anyone can source me the little throttle body switch...
• PS Pump switch high idle question
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Tue, 3 Jan 2017 19:02:36 -0800
  Hi, Can someone school me on the way the PS pump switch affects the idle speed? I have a faint idea that it somehow...
• Re: instrument panel lights
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 18 Jul 1994 12:48:21 -0400
  if none of your lights are working i would check for a loose wire at the headlight switch, there is a rheostat that adjusts...
• Re: Throttle position switch location
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Tue, 22 Feb 2000 16:50:20 -0500
  ...Bentley book shows the location and adjustment of the >Throttle position switch? David Beierl - Providence, RI http://pws.prserv.net/synergy/Vanagon/ '84 Westy...
• Need reverse switch off of transmission
  Historical mailing list - stephen de la salle
  Sun, 25 Feb 2001 14:35:17 -0500
  Anyone got a good reverse switch surplus to requirements ...I need it for my spare tranny ..just to fill the hole as the PO...
• FS Throttle Valve Switch '86-'91
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Sat, 2 Aug 2003 13:39:34 -0600
  I just found this switch in my "stuff" pile. Got it 4/22/02 from list vendor and now don't need it. $40...
• Re: reverse lights not working,
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Wed, 24 Mar 2004 19:16:57 -0500
  <snip> Where exactly is the `backup switch'? <snip> On a manual trans, it's on the driver's side of the transmission just forward...
• Re: Fan Switch
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 18 Aug 2004 18:48:31 -0500
  ...Anyone know how > to fix this? ------------------------ Clip ----------------------------- Buy a new switch. In the rare event that the resistor has gone bad get ready to...
• Replacing Ignition Switch in a 2.1...anyone done it?
  Historical mailing list - kevin obrien
  Mon, 21 Jun 2004 18:25:15 -0700
  ...I have to replace the Ignition Switch in my 1990 Carat...anyone done it? Suggestions of things to watch for/avoid? Thanks! Kevin __________________________________ Do...
• Push button switch
  Historical mailing list - HotelWestfalia
  Wed, 28 Nov 2012 23:32:18 -0800
  I would like to install a push button switch on the firewall to start the engine. My question is; how many Amps it should...