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• Re: '88-89 Vanagon gas cap lock
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sat, 9 Apr 2016 08:03:50 -0700
  ...To get all the locks working on the ignition key, he’ll need to find an OEM cap. Compare the length of the structure...
• ignition cylinder replacement
  Historical mailing list
  Sun, 5 Jun 94 16:07:45 CDT
  I wonder if I can replace various locks and ignition cylinders using parts scavenged from my '72 Bug. I haven't removed and compared...
• Broken down, need some advise
  Historical mailing list - joe kallo
  Sun, 13 Nov 2016 15:35:15 +0000
  ...It seemed like the battery still had juice, so I suspected the ignition switch. I just tested jumping the big red wire to the...
• Re: Accessory circuit on ignition switch dead
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Diebolt
  Fri, 07 Mar 1997 22:55:57 -0500
  Yes you can take the ignition switch apart. But if you don't have any elves from the Black Forest available to put it...
• Mushy Ignitionn
  Historical mailing list - RAS
  Thu, 26 Dec 1996 08:47:38 -0800 (PST)
  Hello, I have a friend with an '86 Water-Cooled Vanagon who is complaining of a "mushy" ignition. When engaged, it does not good...
• Jacobs Compusensor ignition work on aa 2.1?
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Wed, 13 Jun 2001 04:31:54 -0500
  Since we're hashing around old timey ignition systems, would one of the Jacobs Comusensor systems work with the existing electronics of a 2...
• Re: Pin type ignition wires
  Historical mailing list - Steve Cotsford
  Wed, 2 Oct 2002 19:55:04 EDT
  Hi Gang, Some suppliers have a choice of ignition wires and distributor caps for pin type or not. Is there a reason why I...
• 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...
• Igntion Switch/Headlight Woes
  Historical mailing list - James Flanigan
  Wed, 26 Apr 2000 23:45:10 EST
  '83 Vanagon (water-boxer) I have problems with both my ignition switch and headlights. I believe they are unrelated. However, I have read soooooo...
• 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: A Mystery
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 1 Sep 2013 01:22:12 -0400
  At 08:06 PM 8/31/2013, JRodgers wrote: >Key in the ignition - Tranny to neutral, turn switch - system hot, pause >- turn switch to...
• Re: locking gas cap
  Historical mailing list - Dominic Provini Jr.
  Thu, 16 Sep 2010 11:38:50 -0400
  ...The ignition key does not unlock the gas cap. > > > Interesting. My '87 Westy, with 48k original miles, has the same key for > the > ignition...
• Re: Gas Cap Keys
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Mon, 1 May 2000 22:28:40 -0500
  Several people have challenged me to the fact that their non-Westys had a gas cap that was operated by the ignition key. After...
• Ignition Kill Switch
  Historical mailing list - Jerry Holland
  Thu, 4 Nov 2004 14:50:09 EST
  Has anyone installed an ignition kill switch in a 90 Carat. I don't want to mess up the ECU. I want to hide...
• Re: Parking lights + ignition switch = flat battery
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Sun, 11 Jun 2000 21:27:26 -0400
  ...to rewire the parking lights so they go off >when the ignition is turned off? Not what you asked, but you can wire a...
• 88 GL - Failure to start - The Saga Continues
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Sun, 15 Jun 2014 23:22:22 -0500
  ...Computer control for ignition via Hall sender - Good Fuel pressure test: 30+ psi With a brief pause after the ignition switch is turned on...
• Re: Old wiper motor parks, New doesn't
  Historical mailing list - neil
  Fri, 6 Apr 2007 08:31:21 -0700
  ...On 4/6/07, Mark Drillock <mdrillock@cox.net> wrote: > What you are describing is a partially bad ignition switch. > > What we call the...
• Blink'n Ignition Light
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 6 May 1998 19:27:24 -0600
  ...What harm, if any, does that do? -------------------------- [Original Message] ------------------------- Knowledgeable Vanagonites, Early in life, I learned that, after you turn on the ignition key...
• Ignition Switch Replacement-Not Amused-Even More!
  Historical mailing list - J Stewart
  Mon, 11 Oct 2010 15:34:02 +0000
  OK, the two connectors are marked "P" and "S", plus I just reread the procedure, I didn't have the key in the ignition...
• Ignition coils
  Historical mailing list - Blake Thornton
  Thu, 21 Jun 2001 14:33:15 -0600
  Well, Busdepot told me today (after sitting on my order for 2 weeks) that they didn't have the ignition coil for an 84...
• Re: Ignition switch - no start
  Historical mailing list - Tim Demarest
  Tue, 5 Jul 2005 14:44:46 -0400
  Does wigging the key/ignition switch get you a start? If not, then the problem is likely to be elsewhere. I always start with...
• Electrical issues
  Historical mailing list - Aaron Robinson
  Thu, 7 Jan 2016 21:59:45 -0800
  ...I can turn the ignition off, the van shuts down, and everything appears fine. But I can turn on the wipers, the headlights will...
• 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...
• Re: Ignition Switch? (Update)
  Historical mailing list - Stephen Cebula
  Sat, 3 Oct 2009 13:19:03 -0700
  Neil, � Turns out to be a bad ignition lock housing.� It won't let the ignition switch fully engage.� I pulled the switch out...
• Re: Driving Lights?
  Historical mailing list - Kelly Bauman
  Tue, 22 Apr 1997 07:37:26
  ...I had them wired to the ignition so they would automatically turn on when the ignition was switched on and, more importantly, would automatically...
• Re: electrical question - ignition switch
  Historical mailing list - Florian Speier
  Mon, 21 Jul 2008 08:33:27 -0600
  ...Some more testing revealed that this is not standard behavior, but a bad ignition switch. the power on that cable now comes on when...
• 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: Light buzzer
  Historical mailing list - Paul Guzyk
  Mon, 7 Mar 2005 08:33:19 -0800
  I'm pretty sure there is only a buzzer if you leave the keys in the ignition and open the drivers door, but nothing...
• FS: NOS front door, sliding door, rear hatch, & ignition lock cylinder
  Historical mailing list - BenT Syncro
  Tue, 11 Dec 2007 14:28:11 -0800
  ...locks w/ matching ignition lock w/ 2 keys each ($60 each set) 1 rear hatch lock cylinder w/ matching ignition lock w/ 2 keys...
• Re: Pin type ignition wires
  Historical mailing list - The Old Volks Home
  Thu, 3 Oct 2002 15:39:34 -0700
  At 07:55 PM 10/2/02 EDT, Steve Cotsford wrote: >Some suppliers have a choice of ignition wires and distributor caps for pin...
• Re: locking gas cap
  Historical mailing list - Steve Sandlin
  Thu, 16 Sep 2010 08:54:30 -0500
  ...Therre's no reason that, if the ignition key will enter the lock, it can't be keyed to work from the ignition key...
• Re: Warning Lights Audible Buzzer
  Historical mailing list - miguel pacheco
  Mon, 24 May 2010 22:15:47 -0600
  ...re done. > > If both ignition and lights are on, no current flows because the voltages > are equal. > > If ignition is on but lights are...
• Re: 91 Headlight switch...
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sat, 4 Jun 2005 08:47:13 -0700
  ...I think it may have been the ignition switch. > Looking at the busdepot site again, I see an ignition lock cylinder and > an ignition...
• Re: 86 syncro doesn't start
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Mon, 20 Oct 2008 14:31:06 -0700
  The ignition switch is a good thing to think about , since they are a common failure item, and underbuilt anyway. The information you have...
• Re: alternator to ignition coil???
  Historical mailing list - gary hradek
  Mon, 16 Dec 2002 15:52:39 -0800
  ...alternator to ignition coil??? Hi, Ive been having intermittent starting problems on my 87 digifant. today it died again at work and i didnt...
• Blink'n Ignition Light (cont'd)
  Historical mailing list - Lawrence Johnson
  Wed, 6 May 1998 21:57:08 -0400
  ...Perhaps some further explanation of what I mean by "Blink'n Ignition Light" is required. I'm talking about the red light that normally...
• Re: Nice thing about vanagon keys
  Historical mailing list - John Bange
  Wed, 28 Oct 2009 19:16:29 -0700
  > My spare Vanagon key took two minutes to cut for less than $5 Cdn...it is > strictly for the ignition. On the other hand...
• Re: 2.1 ignition timing
  Historical mailing list - Kenneth Lewis
  Tue, 18 Mar 2008 13:59:07 -0400
  ...It sounds like you actually retarded the ignition. This should make it less likely to ping and reduce the "performance". It appears to have...
• Re: Radio Install
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Lincoln
  Fri, 28 Mar 2008 08:23:09 -0500
  > > The grey wire powers the "you left your keys in the ignition" > buzzer/mexican hat dance when you open the door. > > I know many...
• Re: Disabling the fuel pump
  Historical mailing list - Mike Collum
  Thu, 16 Mar 2006 12:55:31 -0500
  The fuel pump only runs for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch on but there is power to the coil constantly...
• Re: Wiper Failure (again) X-switch for ignition
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Sun, 6 Mar 2011 05:42:50 -0800
  The part of the ignition switch that burns out burns out because it powers the headlights. Putting in one of the headlight relay kits...
• Re: No Start: Fuel Pump?
  Historical mailing list - Richard Koerner
  Fri, 18 Aug 2017 00:37:57 +0000
  Maybe...but on my '85 1.9 Vanagon it ALWAYS did 2 primes when ignition switch was turned on.  Now I have a Subie...
• Re: electrical question - ignition switch
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Mon, 21 Jul 2008 11:42:36 -0400
  Why would you use that wire to run gauges? They should be fed off an ignition circuit. That contact is not able to handle...
• Re: Electrical issues
  Historical mailing list - Stuart MacMillan
  Fri, 8 Jan 2016 08:58:39 -0800
  Replace the ignition switch, and disconnect the battery overnight until you do. Get a good one from one of our vendors, they are not...
• 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...
• Re: Do I need a new coil????
  Historical mailing list - sstones
  Sun, 9 Apr 1995 12:57:45 -0400 (EDT)
  ...side? Is it possible that the ignition current has backtracked all the way thru the wires, arced across the relay and fried your ignition...
• Re: No start/ Yes spark II
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Thu, 3 Nov 2011 21:27:14 -0700
  ...I have voltage for 2 - 3 seconds when I turn ignition on. Can I conclude that my ignition switch is OK? Thanks, Skip 84...
• Re: Ignition Switch?
  Historical mailing list - neil N
  Wed, 30 Sep 2009 16:10:39 -0700
  ...out an ignition switch?� Am I even right in assuming that these problems are related?� It wansn't long after the ignition switch started...
• Re: Headlight Warning Buzzer
  Historical mailing list - Sminkey, Scott
  Wed, 12 Aug 1998 15:56:16 -0400
  ...Now THAT would be smart, >except you then have to have your car turned on (keys in the ignition, switch >to ON) any time...
• 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...
• Do I need a new coil????
  Historical mailing list
  Sat, 08 Apr 1995 17:57:29 -0700
  ...I went to re-start the Bus and the key wouldn't even turn in the ignition. I replaced all the wires running to...
• ignition switch removal?
  Historical mailing list - Joachim Beek
  Thu, 26 Jul 2001 23:12:26 -0500
  Hi volks, to remove the ignition switch, the Bentley seems to imply that it is necessary to take the steering wheel off, remove various...
• Fuel Pump No Juice
  Historical mailing list - Kurt Grotz
  Tue, 12 Apr 2011 13:42:04 -0400
  ...I hooked 12v up to fuel pump and it pumps! Replaced Fuel Filter Checked current at positive lead on fuel pump with ignition on...
• Q:009/Electronic Ignition, '77 FI Engine
  Historical mailing list
  Wed, 8 May 1996 14:44:40 -0400 (EDT)
  Hey Folks I'm looking for some advice about the ignition system in my '77 FI Westy... In my '60 bug, I have a...
• Syncro water proofing
  Historical mailing list - Joe Wagner
  Wed, 27 Aug 1997 15:07:36 -0400
  ...Does anyone know if the Syncro had anything extra done to the ignition to water proof it? I figure if VW took the trouble...
• interchanging parts
  Historical mailing list - rob le duc
  Fri, 18 Oct 2002 19:39:02 -0400
  ...83-84 vanagon ignition coil : 84-92 vanagon ignition coil : 84-92 vanagon 90 amp alternator just use the vanagon pulley all saved on...
• fuel pump behaviour with ignition on
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Oxroad
  Fri, 19 May 2006 13:18:36 EDT
  With the ignition key turned to the ON position and left there, but not yet turned to the starter position--and so the engine...