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• Re: Fast idle and stumble
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Wed, 27 Jul 2022 22:50:17 -0500
  So what exactly does the idle stabilizer do? Jeff > On Jul 27, 2022, at 9:06 PM, OlRivrRat <OlRivrRat@COMCAST.NET> wrote: > > I’m...
• Re: Idle Stabilizer Control Unit Reverse Engineering
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Tue, 9 Jan 2007 06:48:31 EST
  ...http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/busindex.html) _Vanagon Stainless Steel Exhaust Systems_ (http://members.aol.com/Fkc43/stebro.htm) _BusFusion_ (http://members.aol.com...
• Re: Rough Idle troubleshooting need
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 12 Sep 2015 09:15:33 -0400
  ...So far, have tested with good parts ECM, AFM, Dist, plugs, plug wires, alternator, coil, fuel pressure/flow rate, idle stabilizer, cold temp sensor...
• idle and black tower
  Historical mailing list - Daniel L. Katz
  Wed, 26 Apr 2006 00:31:08 -0400
  ...route to the intake off-idle, or a vent to the atmosphere at idle, would be the optimum system. the van has a bit...
• Re: Intermittent running problem.
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Sat, 30 Apr 2016 05:35:35 -0400
  ...I= > checked the idle stabilizer control unit sprayed all the contacts and clea= > ned them. No change,so that seems good. > New fuel filter...
• It's time to hit that idle Stabilizer on the head!!!
  Historical mailing list - Tinkerman007
  Mon, 3 Sep 2007 02:00:52 -0400
  ...And since the ICV was within spec (4.5 ohms) I dug in deep and found the Idle Stabilizer Control unit behind the rear...
• FS -2.1 Parts & harness/ECM from '87
  Historical mailing list - Rob
  Sun, 16 Apr 2006 09:53:19 -0700
  ...I also have the harness including the ECM (from under the back seat) to the idle stabilizer from behind the tail light. This is...
• Re: "Increase the HP,up to 45%(
  Historical mailing list - Dave
  Thu, 21 Oct 1999 08:42:01 -0500
  ...the idle speed to get the solid idle (950 rpm) w/o the stabilizer) It's quieter, except for the MSDS intake system, and...
• Re: Potential New Survey [LONG!]
  Historical mailing list - Dave
  Wed, 24 Jun 1998 20:33:24 -0500
  ...idle stabilizer valve 39. idle stabilizer control unit 40. coil 41. battery 42. wheel bearings 43. heater core(s) 44. heat exchangers (air) 45...
• Fuel and temp gauges - wacky
  Historical mailing list - Alan Felder
  Sat, 30 May 2009 22:01:07 -0500
  ...just sitting at idle, the fuel guage might wander about 1/8 tank, while it is rare that the temp gauge ever gets out...
• Re: Intermittent running problem.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 22 May 2016 12:12:36 -0400
  ...I checked the idle stabilizer control unit sprayed all the contacts and cleaned them. No change,so that seems good. > New fuel filter also...
• More Idle Problems
  Historical mailing list - Mike D.
  Mon, 29 Dec 2003 12:37:30 -0800
  ...wouldn't idle when cold OR warm. I tried adjusting the timing and idle screw (both with and without the Idle Stabilizer in circuit...
• Re: Fast idle and stumble
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Wed, 27 Jul 2022 23:11:33 -0600
  ...w.jeff.palmer@icloud.com> wrote: > > So what exactly does the idle stabilizer do? > Jeff > >> On Jul 27, 2022, at 9:06 PM, OlRivrRat...
• Re: FrontFire?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Diehr
  Sun, 21 May 2006 19:29:49 -0700
  ...tranny). > > Most of the FI system is new/rebuilt: Distributor, wires, cap & > rotor, AFM, vacuum hoses, idle stabilizer, and even a new (used) ECU...
• Re: Fuel Injection (Long)
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Tue, 22 May 2001 22:35:10 -0700
  ...There is currently no cat in the system. > > > > > > Another listee suggested disconnecting the idle stabilizer temporarily. > >I also have a new Temp II sensor...
• Re: Fuel system...follow up
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Dawson
  Thu, 10 Jun 2004 10:10:49 -0400
  ...Set your idle speed correctly. Warm the engine, shut it > off, disconnect the Idle Stabilizer Valve, Start the engine, turn the > big flat common...
• Bargain Basement Blowout! Everything MUST GO!
  Historical mailing list - Damon Campbell
  Fri, 15 Aug 2003 21:40:53 -0700
  ...Worked when came out of van. -Idle stabilizer valve thingy -Idle stabilizer control unit -Distributor. Everything above the dizzy drive gear. -AFM and filter...
• Re: Fuel Injection (Long)
  Historical mailing list - Jay L Snyder
  Wed, 23 May 2001 09:00:43 -0400
  ...There is currently no cat in the system. > > > > Another listee suggested disconnecting the idle stabilizer temporarily. >I also have a new Temp II sensor...
• Re: weird idle...
  Historical mailing list - Robert Steven Fish
  Mon, 6 May 2002 22:19:46 +0200
  ...I researched it a bit more and learned that the Idle Stabilizer Control Unit (hidden behind the passenger side tail light housing) is also...
• Re: extreme idle from hell results...air flow meter!
  Historical mailing list - Matthew C. Huntley
  Thu, 10 Feb 2005 09:48:39 -0800
  ...I have a nicely humming idle control valve which was cleaned anyway. Swapped out the idle stabilizer control unit with a friends' and got...
• need help w/ wiring harness problem ? / loss of power
  Historical mailing list - Steve & Liz Fallin
  Sat, 5 Jul 1997 15:17:37 +0000
  ...I had 4 ohms resistance between the ecu and the idle stabilizer, 2 ohms between the ecu and fuel pump relay. All other values...
• Loss of Power False Air Oil Breather?
  Historical mailing list - Tim Marciniak
  Fri, 16 Aug 2002 15:30:37 -0500
  ...Idle stabilizer is working. I then checked for vacuum leaks and replaced vacuum line from fuel pressure regulator to intake manifold because this line...
• fuel system questions
  Historical mailing list - James A. Creech
  Mon, 13 Nov 2000 18:56:10 -0500
  ...well: (1) I cannot discern any vibration or hum in my idle stabilizer valve, but don't know whether to attribute that to a...
• <UPDATE>Struck Transmission -84
  Historical mailing list - Shawn Clark
  Fri, 28 Dec 2001 10:00:57 -0600
  ...leak, Idle stabilizer? Also, any info/resources on Digijet trouble shooting would be appreciated. I'm fairly familiar with Bosch fuel injection systems. I...
• Re: Injectors - 2.1L WBX - '91 Carat/autotrany
  Historical mailing list - Chris S.
  Thu, 16 Oct 2014 20:45:04 -0400
  ...It idled at 1800 rpm so I > disconected idle stabilizer valve and the O2 sensor and adjusted the idle > down to 880 rpm per...
• Re: Intermittent running problem.
  Historical mailing list - Scott
  Fri, 29 Apr 2016 11:09:05 -1000
  ...symptoms of a failed idle stabilizer control unit: >>> >>> http://www.van-cafe.com/home/van/page_434_755/idle-stabilizer-control-unit-r >>> ebuilt...
• Re: scammed? Idle stabilizer
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 7 Sep 2000 17:40:41 EDT
  ...To totally troubleshoot both the temp sender and the idle stabilization system is only a matter of a few minutes with a multimeter and...
• Re: scammed? Idle stabilizer
  Historical mailing list - Max/Joyce Wellhouse
  Fri, 8 Sep 2000 03:17:49 -0500
  ...scammed? Idle stabilizer >In a message dated 9/7/2000 12:21:23 PM Eastern Daylight Time, >KENWILFY@AOL.COM writes: > > <<Subject: Re: idle...
• Re: 85 Digijet throttle switches -- information please
  Historical mailing list - Michael Diehr
  Tue, 29 Jun 2004 15:43:13 -0700
  ...it puts the Digital Idle Stabilizer in circuit 2. it tells the ECU to cut gas if idle is over 1500rpm. When you say...
• Re: I need help, please
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sun, 4 Dec 2022 13:54:31 -0800
  ...The idle stabilizer will vibrate > with ignition in the on position. Just touch it to see if it working. > > BT > > On Saturday, December 3...
• Re: CSI: Vanagon...Smog results!
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Mon, 5 Feb 2007 10:05:47 -0800
  ...The Green Box Idle Stabilizer is for 80-85 California Models, 83.5-84Federal Models, 251 906 083 The Black & sometimes Grey Box is...
• Re: Engine stops running at red lights
  Historical mailing list - Lawrence Johnson
  Sun, 26 Mar 2000 23:02:45 -0500
  ...If your problem is not the throttle switch, then you need to look at the idle stabilizer relay and the idle stabilizer valve. The...
• Re: 91 Carat - Auto Tranny - 2.1L WBX - RPM Hunting
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 21 Oct 2010 17:29:54 -0500
  ...Fancy foot work required to keep it under control. >> >> After it warmed up, I shut it down, disconnected the Idle Stabilizer >> Valve. And started...
• I'm new to the list
  Historical mailing list - Christopher Brooks
  Sun, 26 Sep 2004 10:12:51 EDT
  ...It seems to subside to a +/- 25 rpm fluctuation when I disconnect the idle stabilizer.. hmmm.... 3) front end vibration from 25-45 mph...
• Re: 88 GL Newbie Needs Direction
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 14 Mar 2002 21:21:05 -0600
  ...On tope oof the engine is a rubber tube with a cylinder called the Idle Stabilizer Valve (ISV for short) at one end. At...
• Re: Speaking of idle stabilizers ...
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Wed, 24 Oct 2012 20:55:32 -0700
  ...gmail.com> wrote: >> >>> Isn't the IS system supposed to more or less keep the idle around 900 >>> RPM when the AC load hits...
• Re: 1.9 running rich
  Historical mailing list - Ryan Mark Shankland
  Mon, 19 Apr 2004 11:14:08 -0600
  ...I checked the timing and the mark on the pulley matches the middle of the case at idle (with the idle stabilizer bypassed). I...
• Hard Starting Cold and Hot
  Historical mailing list - Tim Marciniak
  Wed, 19 Oct 2005 19:49:27 -0500
  ...when it runs fine otherwise --not sure how to check the idle stabilizer control unit I am close to giving up on this problem...
• Re: idle stabilizer valve question
  Historical mailing list - Marla Stelk
  Thu, 3 Apr 2003 10:14:01 -0500
  ...idle stabilizer valve question >Date: Wed, 2 Apr 2003 22:07:52 +0200 > >First thing... are you rich? > >If so, then buy the parts...
• Re: 91 GL running hot all of the sudden
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Mon, 25 Aug 2003 16:21:49 -0700
  ...Also, the Idle stabilizer > system will kick up the idle rpm with the AC on to handle the added load > created by the AC...
• Euro-Drive: 84 Volkswagen VANAGON, No-start
  Historical mailing list - "Charles Barnes (by way of Derek Drew )"
  Wed, 5 May 1999 12:58:55 -0400
  ...sweep coolant temp in range throttle switches OK Ignition system ,hall generator,Idle stabilizer ,hall control unit , coil, wires, plugs, OK CLeaned all grounds...
• Re: Hall sender + ignition control unit electronics
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 19 Jun 2012 01:40:30 -0400
  ...Like I wrote above, my DJ engine has the newer idle stabilizer system (air valve + control box) but the control box fails too, eventually...
• Re: Common problem, I think
  Historical mailing list - Daniel L. Katz
  Fri, 2 Mar 2007 01:14:41 -0500
  ...disconnect idle stabilizer valve > 3. connections at injectors > 4. loose grounds > 5. TPS > 6. AFM track and wiper > >Can anyone suggest a more direct...
• Re: Will 90 Cabrio ISV Control unit fit 87 Vanagon?
  Historical mailing list - Chris DeLong
  Wed, 23 Apr 2003 20:12:21 +0000
  ...Wed, 23 Apr 2003 14:56:36 -0400 > >My Digifant '90 Cabriolet has two wires going to the idle stabilizer. My >Vanagon is Digijet...
• Re: CA 81-83 air cooled Fuel Injection & Ignition System
  Historical mailing list - Sean Garrett
  Mon, 23 Sep 2002 14:14:25 -0700
  ...171-906-283, idle boost solenoid for air conditioner equipped vans > > CA Ignition System > 1. 039-905-205-C, Hall effect vacuum advance and...
• Re: More Idle Problems
  Historical mailing list - lauterba
  Tue, 30 Dec 2003 00:53:24 -0500
  ...wouldn't idle when cold OR warm. > > I tried adjusting the timing and idle screw (both with and without > the Idle Stabilizer in circuit...
• Re: 91 GL running hot all of the sudden
  Historical mailing list - John Meeks
  Mon, 25 Aug 2003 19:18:58 -0400
  ...Also, the Idle stabilizer > system will kick up the idle rpm with the AC on to handle the added load > created by the AC...
• Re: 2.1 WBX Warm Start Troubles
  Historical mailing list - Michael Magnani
  Sat, 19 Nov 2016 23:15:24 +0000
  ...on the air intake system.I replaced the Fuel Injector seals.Checked the Breather Hose.Checked the Idle Stabilizer Hose.Removed the big hose...
• ok... I'm a butthead.. i use to work on these along time ago....
  Historical mailing list - Thomas Bartnicki
  Sun, 28 Jan 2001 02:26:22 -0500
  ...or the Idle stabilizer. I rumms then cuts.. the rummmzz... then cutts. Also my gas mileage kinda sucks too. Any love out there? thanks...
• Re: I need help, please
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sun, 4 Dec 2022 14:28:42 -0800
  ...The idle stabilizer will vibrate >> with ignition in the on position. Just touch it to see if it working. >> >> BT >> >> On Saturday, December 3...
• Re: All Is Not Well in Air Conditioning Land
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Thu, 18 Aug 2011 08:07:32 -0500
  ...Out of control RPM. >>> >>> After I got my AC system working - I noted the engine idled way to >>> fast, even with the AC turned...
• Re: Arduino and Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Wed, 13 Nov 2013 04:15:01 -0600
  ...it may -n or may not - have the solution to the idle stabilizer issue. But thanks. John in B'ham On 11/12/2013...
• Re: SMOG TEST failure
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Thu, 7 Feb 2008 15:55:06 -0800
  ...Both my Vans are Digijet and so the Idle Stabilizer system is different, so I'm not as familiar with the Digifant system, but...
• Re: It's time to hit that idle Stabilizer on the head!!!
  Historical mailing list - Mark Drillock
  Mon, 3 Sep 2007 06:39:34 -0700
  ...on! > > I thoroughly learned the system, and quickly found that both my throttle > valve switch as well as Idle Stabilization weren't working properly...
• Re: It continues - Engine RPM Hunting 200-500 rpm
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 9 Oct 2010 18:32:46 -0700
  ...if by idle stabilizer you mean that Idle Valve .....silver can on top of the engine .. just leave that connected. I only encounter two...
• Re: Frustrating NON START Solved
  Historical mailing list - Karl Wolz
  Fri, 22 Jun 2001 11:02:52 -0700
  ...I had spark > -Checked that I had fuel > -Checked that the Idle Stabilizer valve buzzed > -Checked with Darrell Boehler's Digitool that all electrical...
• Re: Air Conditioner in the Front
  Historical mailing list - ThomasD. Hanlon
  Tue, 6 Jun 2000 10:01:45 -0700
  ...See the WWW site > for the street address. > > I don't know about the idle, since my system runs effortlessly, probably > because of an...
• Re: scammed? Idle stabilizer
  Historical mailing list - Patrick Foltz
  Thu, 7 Sep 2000 15:59:47 EDT
  ...The temp sensor should be checked over a wide range of temps, and testing an idle control unit and/or motor requires a good...
• FS: 1983 Vanagon GL 7 passenger - Ottawa
  Historical mailing list - Frank Condelli
  Tue, 19 Jun 2001 06:13:45 EDT
  ...Mechanically sound, with new brakes, new battery, new idle stabilizer, transmission overhaul, recent rebuilt engine with fresh tune-up, good exhaust system, recent good...
• Re: Arduino and Vanagons
  Historical mailing list - Neil N
  Thu, 14 Nov 2013 09:30:29 -0800
  ...The terminal numberings are those used in the Bentley > wiring diagram for the Digifant 1986 system. > > ICU(Idle Control Unit) connections: > 6/50 Digital...