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• Re: High idle w. A/C on... please help
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Fri, 17 Oct 2014 11:00:02 -0700
  ...control unit so the idle > control unit will know to increase the idle speed so the A/C doesn't > stall the engine. I...
• Re: audi 3A Swap -- Jetronic LH 2.4 question
  Historical mailing list - Eric Zeno
  Wed, 30 Jun 2004 07:38:30 -0400
  ...it seems likely that the Bosch >engineers also reprogrammed the Ignition Control unit and the FI control >unit to take advantage of that. If...
• Re: Idle stabilizer for 1.9
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 21 Nov 2016 18:12:37 -0500
  ...On the 2.1l both functions are taken care of by the Idle Control Unit which controls the Idle Stabilizer Valve which takes care...
• Re: Telemetry (was Re: Coolant pressure test... video.)
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Thu, 17 Dec 2009 15:38:58 -0800
  ...temperature gauge, ground connection to body and engine ground. Repair if necessary. If temperature gauge light still flashes: * Replace low coolant level control unit
• Breakthrough for TDI conversions!
  Historical mailing list - Karl M.
  Wed, 12 Sep 2001 23:18:08 -0400
  ...They now have available brand-new, 0-mile TDI engines, very complete, that are mechanically-controlled, NO computer and wiring nightmare to deal with...
• FS Syncro Ambulance in Austria
  Historical mailing list - Joel Walker
  Thu, 14 Mar 2002 23:51:30 -0600
  ...controlled aux.heater, 4 cases of emergency-medical equiptment and tools, Daily Operations counter, Snow chains, Tires 195SR14, Diff. lock, Original dealer MV engine...
• Van dies when cold
  Historical mailing list - Greg Mueller
  Sun, 8 Aug 1999 10:13:21 -0700
  ...Finally I figured that it had to be the idle stabilizer control unit. We replaced it with a known good control unit. I have...
• Re: Running rich, O2 sensor says lean, exhaust leak?
  Historical mailing list - Craig Oda
  Tue, 13 Jul 2004 14:25:52 -0700
  ...I don't have a spare electronic control unit. However, I'm not sure if the injectors are stuck open. At least, I hope...
• Re: Idle gremlins still at play
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Tue, 10 Aug 2021 08:50:12 -0700
  ...Rinse >>> and repeat. >>> >>> >>> >>> I unplugged the 12v from the idle control valve and the engine >>> remained at idle. I removed the idle control valve...
• Re: Lunch with Bentley
  Historical mailing list
  Mon, 21 Nov 1994 14:41:25 -0800
  ...Air cooled engines need a richer mixture than water cooled, but any emissions controlled motor will be run slightly rich anyway, to control NOx...
• HOWTO: Audiovox cruise control install experience
  Historical mailing list - Eric Brown
  Mon, 14 Jun 1999 11:19:01 -0700
  ...I bought the unit from Kragen for $95. This unit has a vacuum servo unit and a little square control unit. I would speculate...
• Re: Cold weather issue - super high idle
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Tue, 14 Nov 2023 06:34:07 -0500
  ...However the > new ECU itself controls it, the separate idle control unit add on for > Digifant is not there. > > Dennis > > > -----Original Message----- > From: Vanagon...
• Rough Idle on 84 Vanagon 1.9L - Help
  Historical mailing list - George Ciolfi
  Sat, 18 May 2002 19:43:10 EDT
  ...hall control unit. My understanding is that this and the idle stabilizer are the only things that set timing, based on engine speed as...
• Re: Step up the idle
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Tue, 21 Aug 2007 08:54:58 -0700
  ...They do connect to the Idle Control Unit. The wires are in the FI harness whether needed or not, at least on the USA...
• Re: No ignition on restart after 5 to 10 mile drive in 90+F weather
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Wed, 5 Aug 2015 19:06:28 -0700
  ...My second suspicion is that their is a problem with the ignition control unit. I replaced that unit in 2003 when I put in...
• Re: WTB Behr AC switch and switchplate
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Mon, 25 Jul 2005 14:59:32 -0500
  ...I think the switches from later model over the visor units use the same switches and controls. Stan Wilder Engine Ceramics 214-352-4931...
• Re: Problem, New Rebuilt Engine, Running Rich, What's Wrong?
  Historical mailing list - Dave Arthur
  Mon, 20 Jul 2009 08:12:03 -0300
  ...rebuilt engine is in, started on the first try but it's running >> rich. >> >> Any ideas? >> >> It as the original AFM, Idle control valve...
• Re: 2.1 Electronic Idle Control valve
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Wed, 5 Mar 2008 01:26:31 -0600
  ...on. Engine will stall under the load of the AC. John Rodgers 88 GL Driver Scott Daniel - Shazam wrote: > Electronic Idle control valves operate...
• Re: Runaway Engine RPMs
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Fri, 11 Oct 2013 14:59:36 -0400
  ...I found heat inside the idle control unit behind > the right tail light contributed to the problem. My experiences and > attempts at fixing this...
• Re: Engine conversion help sought
  Historical mailing list - John Koloski
  Thu, 5 Apr 2001 10:06:18 -0400
  I grounded the shielding from the O2 sensor wire to the body sheet metal under the back seat, near the control unit. I don...
• Re: Idle Stabilizer Control Unit Reverse Engineering
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Sun, 7 Jan 2007 18:02:20 -0800
  > > How many folks out there have a *bad* IS control unit? I'd love one to > verify if it's the transistor that went...
• Engine Quits
  Historical mailing list - Lee Schelin
  Mon, 5 Jul 1999 22:50:34 -0700
  ...Jeanette would then restart the engine and be on her way. We had the idler control unit replaced due to high RPMs, thinking that...
• Re: Problem, New Rebuilt Engine, Running Rich, What's Wrong?
  Historical mailing list - Dave Arthur
  Sun, 19 Jul 2009 13:24:37 -0300
  ...rebuilt engine is in, started on the first try but it's running > rich. > > Any ideas? > > It as the original AFM, Idle control valve...
• Ford's new silicone goo... interesting stuff for our Syncro!
  Historical mailing list - David Marshall
  Fri, 17 Oct 2003 09:16:13 -0700
  ...This type of control unit could be built out of very simple logic control ICs. I can see making the control knob one that...
• 1.9 L engine for sale
  Historical mailing list - Data Services
  Tue, 23 Oct 2001 19:26:46 -0400
  ...Control unit, AFM, coolant hoses and lines also available or as package. No injectors, but can use ones from your existing engine. Asking $600...
• pump H2O
  Historical mailing list - Tim Smith
  Mon, 14 Jul 1997 15:43:35 -0700
  ...the little standalone unit for same purpose. May even work for a shower pump Martha! Found on drivers side of engine (in my '86...
• 2.1 new sensor and still no cold idle ...
  Historical mailing list - Zoltan
  Thu, 10 May 2007 17:24:06 -0700
  ...is the little black box behind the right tail light, Idle Control Unit. Are you all in agreement with those? Thanks in advance to...
• Re: running without idle stab unit
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Thu, 16 Feb 2006 17:43:55 -0600
  ...control unit not installed. I'm wondering if this is causing my timing >>problems??? Thanks in advance, Joe >> >> >>
• Re: Hanging wire...
  Historical mailing list - Raimund Feussner
  Sun, 12 Sep 1999 15:18:48 +0200
  ...engine compartment inspection, i noticed a grey/white >stripe wire and a yellow single female connector hanging loose underneath the >digifant control unit relay...
• Re: Disabling Oil Warning Buzzer - need advice
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Thu, 8 Jan 2009 14:59:05 -0800
  Likely you or your friend have looked, but look at Bentley P 90.23 for the Dynamic Control Unit pinout. P 97.74 is...
• Re: orphaned wire in driver's side of engine compartment
  Historical mailing list - Timothy O. Crooks
  Sat, 15 Aug 1998 01:27:27 -0400
  ...The wiring > diagram in the Bentley manual indicates that this wire goes to the idle > stabilizer control unit. Anybody know what the purpose of...
• 1987 Digifant + Air Conditioner Idle Problem
  Historical mailing list - Luke Plaizier
  Sat, 15 Jul 2000 20:30:04 -0700
  ...Which line on the Idle Control unit am I supposed to plug this A/C Clutch-Line into? On the 97.141 page, a...
• Re: No ignition on restart after 5 to 10 mile drive in 90+F weather
  Historical mailing list - Jack Reynaert
  Thu, 6 Aug 2015 18:26:25 -0400
  ...My second suspicion is that their is a problem with the ignition control unit. I replaced that unit in 2003 when I put in...
• Re: That Audiovox Cruise Control
  Historical mailing list - Rocket J Squirrel
  Wed, 27 Oct 2004 08:58:29 -0700
  ...How does the control's servo connect to the throttle body or throttle cable in order to control the engine rpm's? Was it...
• Re: High idle w. A/C on... please help
  Historical mailing list - Steven Johnson
  Fri, 17 Oct 2014 13:37:03 -0700
  ...control unit so the idle > control unit will know to increase the idle speed so the A/C doesn't > stall the engine. I...
• Re: Idle Stabilizer Control Unit Reverse Engineering
  Historical mailing list - -------------
  Mon, 8 Jan 2007 13:11:02 -0500
  ...If below then you have a signal that indicates engine >speed too low. If above then engine speed too high. Detailed design left >to...
• Re: Problem, New Rebuilt Engine, Running Rich, What's Wrong?
  Historical mailing list - Robert Stewart
  Mon, 20 Jul 2009 12:23:35 -0400
  ...rebuilt engine is in, started on the first try but it's >>> running >>> rich. >>> >>> Any ideas? >>> >>> It as the original AFM, Idle control valve...
• Re: Coolant
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 19 Apr 2013 17:54:15 -0700
  ...the correct later style control unit keeps level sensing and actual temp reading separate. - an upgrade all vanagons with the early set up need...
• Re: HOWTO: Audiovox cruise control install experience
  Historical mailing list - Eric Brown
  Mon, 14 Jun 1999 15:01:03 -0700
  ...The unit does sense engine speed (RPM) from the coil, but engine speed is different than van speed. Even though the van is manual...
• Re: Idle Control
  Historical mailing list - David Boan
  Sat, 14 Nov 2020 21:53:12 +0000
  ...These engines, with all the mileage and years on them, can encounter many issues. If your engine was running ... www.youtube.com ________________________________ From: David...
• Re: WTB: bad Idle Control Unit
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Fri, 29 Apr 2005 16:35:01 -0500
  jbange wrote: > Looking for a couple BROKEN idle control modules for a reverse > engineering > project. Investigating the feasibility of replacing it with a simple...
• Re: ICU issue?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 15 Aug 2024 07:28:07 -0400
  ...Restart and same pattern occurs. > > I reseated all the connections in engine bay, still same symptom. Disconnecting the idle control unit removed a the...
• Re: Emisson Control unit question
  Historical mailing list - Stan Wilder
  Wed, 11 Jun 2003 13:25:15 -0700
  ...anticipation > >of engine starting. From that point on the ECU runs the pump > whenever it > >see pulses from the hall unit in the distributor...
• Re: Van dies when cold
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Sun, 8 Aug 1999 23:32:39 -0400
  ...Finally I figured that it had to be > the idle stabilizer control unit. We replaced it with a known good > control unit. I have...
• Re: 88 GLstarts, stalls immediately -- possible solution
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Wed, 2 Nov 2005 17:16:02 -0800
  > What I have found is that the idle stabilizer control unit has a burnt > transistor or two. I'm guessing this could be the...
• Re: Arduino and Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Brett Ne
  Wed, 20 Nov 2013 13:23:59 -0800
  ...We can all guess until we're blue in the face, but if we want to create a re-engineered control unit that solidly...
• Re: Idle Stabilizer System Delete. Cause Bog Off Idle?
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Sat, 11 Apr 2015 15:59:31 -0700
  ...Does the throttle switch input to the IS control unit effectively disable the control unit during engine acceleration? On 4/11/15, David Beierl...
• Re: I Love My New Cruise Control (Long)
  Historical mailing list - Edward Maglott
  Mon, 12 Jun 2006 18:32:00 -0400
  ...Per listmember Jason's hint last week about checking >the slack in the (Audiovox CCS 100 cruise control) servo unit cable to >the throttle...
• Re: Westy wants to cruise, but ...
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Thu, 17 Apr 2003 20:58:29 -0400
  > Not only can you blow up the cruise control unit, after it shorts out > you can also blow up your ECU. Just add the...
• Re: Re[2]: US License plate fetish
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 5 Oct 94 09:09:51 MDT
  ...Use this switch > to control the starter - with the ignition on as well. This is a common fix for ALL VWs. When they engineered...
• Re: Van dies when cold
  Historical mailing list - EMZ
  Sun, 8 Aug 1999 23:29:42 -0400
  ...Finally I figured that it had to be > the idle stabilizer control unit. We replaced it with a known good > control unit. I have...
• Re: 87 Rough/High Idle problem solved (I hope)
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Tue, 13 May 2003 20:33:30 -0400
  ...the engine up until the cold start enrichment process stopped. That all stopped today. Chris Turner had a used ISV Control Unit and sent...
• Re: Heads Up Warning on Garmin GPS Map Update
  Historical mailing list - Loren Busch
  Sat, 25 Apr 2009 09:07:54 -0700
  ...GPS unit I was using. The 7200 also has a voice loud enough to hear in a Vanagon and a remote control that makes...
• compression problem
  Historical mailing list - Greenamyer, William L
  Tue, 4 Jan 2000 07:51:03 -0800
  ...Then check the wiring for opens to the control unit. Any ideas beyond that? William
• Re: Flashing coolant light
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 29 Sep 2008 11:35:57 -0400
  ...Could be the coolant-level control unit, in relay panel on new-type panels, up under left side of dash with old-type panels...
• Re: Runaway Engine RPMs
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Thu, 10 Oct 2013 22:09:39 -0400
  ...I like Scotts' idle control unit idea . Pro Training has s page on that. 3000 RPM with no load for more than a few...
• Re: Need a bit more help...
  Historical mailing list - Peter Cassidy
  Thu, 11 Jan 2001 16:56:24 +0000
  ...The cruise control box sits in behind the dashboard, somewhere near the centre under the heater unit (I think). The switch is (was) on...
• Re: 91 Westy, idle problem
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 12 Jul 2009 16:07:47 -0400
  ...Block of both hoses and start the engine. If it is idling fast the valve and controller is not the issue. In fact on...
• Re: Parts FS
  Historical mailing list - Joseph Fortino
  Mon, 4 Feb 2002 09:20:51 -0800
  6) AFM and Dijijet control unit for '85 Vanagon how much? -- Joseph Fortino fortino1@onebox.com - email ---- Michael Samson <msamson@LOCALNET.COM> wrote: > Listees...
• Looking for wiring harness for 2.1l and other used parts.
  Historical mailing list
  Fri, 28 Jan 2000 15:54:57 EST
  ...Wiring harness from a 2.1l engine Used idle air valve Used idle stabilizer unit (black box behind pass side tail light) Vanagon Owner...