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• Re: Idle gremlins still at play
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Wed, 11 Aug 2021 19:30:01 -0600
  ...Throttle while @ same time Having Idle Position Switch Stay in Idle Position ~ This, of course, would suggest, that if IPS is out of adjustment...
• Re: accelerator/throttle cable
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Fri, 29 Aug 2008 13:02:55 -0700
  ...throttle body can be achieved with the gas pedal on the floor. Every last vanagon on the road needs this simple lube/service/adjustment...
• Re: Cold weather issue - super high idle
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Mon, 13 Nov 2023 15:34:18 -0500
  ...Again) <kenwilfy@COMCAST.NET> wrote: >> >> Check, throttle position switch adjustment. Test switch electrical >> operation. If the switch is good, then most likely the idle...
• Re: Find the gremlin in my 2.1L engine, and get a cash prize
  Historical mailing list - Hahn Rossman
  Mon, 5 May 2003 07:32:01 -0700
  ...broken throttle position switch. Its relatively easy to check if its working properly see your Bentley. Its important to note that the adjustment is...
• Re: Powerwashing FAIL
  Historical mailing list - Jake de Villiers
  Sun, 24 Jan 2010 09:06:01 -0800
  ...mordo <helmut.blong@gmail.com> > > > I think that your Throttle Position switch is wet. I had this happen to me. > For some reason the...
• Re: engine dying while driving
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sun, 27 Mar 2011 18:37:19 -0700
  ...no contact at idle from the throttle switch .. and an exhaust leak near the oxygen sensor. but those 3 simple things fixed it. and...
• Re: Engine hesitates upon take off
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Mon, 15 Jun 2015 10:18:17 -0500
  ...The fact that I get no lights for the throttle position on the momitor tells me the throttle switch is out of adjustment. I...
• Re: No idle when engine cold
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Fri, 24 Apr 2020 08:44:10 -0600
  ...Have you >>>> checked the idle adjustment (bypass screw on throttle body)? I >>>> recall having similar symptoms when mine was set too low (screw damaged...
• Re: Tune Up Poll
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Thu, 18 Feb 2016 13:39:41 -1000
  ...However... "It's NOT the parts ! ..it's the adjustments." for sure ...throttle switches fail to make contact after a while. Most that I...
• Re: temp sensors?
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Tue, 14 Jul 2009 21:16:11 -0500
  ...turbovans.com> wrote: > >> adjustment of the throttle switch pops to mind. >> those get off ......I find them out of adjustment 'usually' even. >> I find...
• Re: Replacing FI with Carbs on WBX 2.1L
  Historical mailing list - Keith Hughes
  Fri, 6 Mar 2009 10:00:39 -0700
  ...did switch over to a progressive Solex 2bl on a 2.0L air cooled in a '78 Westy. Never liked the throttle response, had...
• Re: Euro-Drive: 88 Volkswagen Vanagon, Poor-idle
  Historical mailing list - Darrell Boehler
  Tue, 12 Dec 2000 09:33:05 -0600
  ...Throttle switches were bad so we > replaced them. Idle controll motor and controll unit have > been replaced with known good unit. The ECU has...
• Re: No idle when engine cold
  Historical mailing list - Dan N
  Sat, 25 Apr 2020 09:21:48 -0700
  ...Have > >>>>> you checked the idle adjustment (bypass screw on throttle body)? I > >>>>> recall having similar symptoms when mine was set too low (screw > damaged...
• Re: '88 Vanagon poor idle when engine is first started
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Wed, 23 Apr 2014 15:36:00 -0500
  ...there's als oa tricky throttle positioning switch adjustment on the front bumper side of the throttle body(a bit hard to access). Check...
• Re: Not passing smog, still... Need help!
  Historical mailing list - G. Matthew Bulley
  Thu, 22 Aug 2002 21:55:29 -0400
  ...it should stay continuity until the throttle is open that far. The adjustment is the two allen screws below the throttle body housing. ONe...
• Re: Not passing smog, still... Need help!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sat, 24 Aug 2002 22:39:54 -0400
  ...Checked the throttle switch, OK. I have performed the test and adjustments for the idle/C0 per Bentley and M. Keller (sort of a...
• Re: AFM failure
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 16 Apr 2020 16:43:58 -0700
  ...I used to get inconsistent part/trailing throttle smoothness which I had put down to bad throttle position switch and or setting. I’ve...
• Timing
  Historical mailing list - Dan Erlandson
  Sat, 16 Nov 2002 15:20:34 -0500
  ...I haven't yet verifies that my throttle valve switch is working correctly... I'll break out my multimeter later tonight. Any thoughts would...
• Cold Idle Diagnosis (1.9L)
  Historical mailing list - Michael Diehr
  Tue, 22 Jun 2004 11:46:22 -0700
  ...Test the throttle-closed switch. It should be closed when the throttle is closed, but open with just the slightest bit of throttle. 8...
• Re: Replaced Fuel Injection Lines - Now Rough Low Idle '87 GL
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Mon, 8 Apr 2002 23:07:00 -0700
  ...that I may have bumped that could cause this (Would the throttle switch show this symptom if misaligned??). Any help will be greatly appreciated...
• Re: Van Stalls Easily when totally cold.
  Historical mailing list - pickle vanagon
  Sun, 21 Sep 2008 14:28:22 -0400
  ...So for example, if I back out the throttle adjustment screw, I can make the cold idle perfect. But then the warm idle will...
• Re: accelerator/throttle cable
  Historical mailing list - Mike
  Sat, 30 Aug 2008 10:25:01 -0400
  ...throttle body > can be achieved with the gas pedal on the floor. > > Every last vanagon on the road needs this simple lube/service/adjustment...
• Re: No idle when engine cold
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Sat, 25 Apr 2020 18:47:29 -0600
  ...Have >>>>> you checked the idle adjustment (bypass screw on throttle body)? I >>>>> recall having similar symptoms when mine was set too low (screw damaged...
• Re: Cold weather issue - super high idle
  Historical mailing list - kenneth wilford (Van-Again)
  Mon, 13 Nov 2023 18:30:54 -0500
  ...Again) < > kenwilfy@COMCAST.NET> wrote: > >> > >> Check, throttle position switch adjustment. Test switch electrical > >> operation. If the switch is good, then most likely the idle...
• Re: Help-crazy bouncing idle
  Historical mailing list - Larry Alofs
  Sat, 29 Aug 2015 12:39:46 -0400
  ...I wouldn't mess with that until thoroughly checking/testing/adjusting the switch on the throttle body. Bentley 24.33-36 Larry A. On...
• Re: Stuck at home (troubleshooting help needed)
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Shazam
  Wed, 16 Apr 2008 21:07:43 -0700
  ...Timing curve ? Throttle switch adjustment ? -----Original Message----- From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of BJ Feddish Sent: Wednesday, April...
• cold run problems
  Historical mailing list - James Creech
  Wed, 22 Nov 2000 12:59:45 -0500
  ...within specs tests / adjustment (per Bentley) on throttle valve switch, idle speed control valve, air flow meter, temp 2 sensor (my testing on all...
• Re: Wet weather power loss
  Historical mailing list - Helen Fahy
  Sat, 7 Apr 2001 06:15:34 -0400
  ...Shorted throttle switch should give rich mixture above some > rpm/throttle combination, severe surging below that but above 1500 > rpm. Open throttle switch will...
• Remember that strange idle issue?
  Historical mailing list - The River Clan
  Fri, 5 Oct 2001 21:10:47 -0700
  ...The switch on the throttle 2. The idle adjustment valve. (That tube that humms on top of the engine) Well gang, check this one...
• Re: It continues - Engine RPM Hunting 200-500 rpm
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 9 Oct 2010 18:32:46 -0700
  hi john, first, with engine off, open the throttle with your hand.....you should hear a click. If you do not, the throttle switch...
• Vanagon tools and manuals (videos) FS.
  Historical mailing list
  Tue, 4 Mar 97 14:42:55 EST
  ...205 Vanagon-Basic Engine Adjustments $10.00 #208 Vanagon-Air Conditioner Servicing $10.00 #212 Vanagon Throttle Switch Adjustment $10.00 #216 Vanagon Camper...
• Re: Tune Up Poll
  Historical mailing list - Tyler Hardison
  Sat, 20 Feb 2016 17:53:35 -0800
  ...However... > "It's NOT the parts ! ..it's the adjustments." > > for sure ...throttle switches fail to make contact after a while. > Most that I...
• Re: '88 Vanagon Cruise Control question
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Mon, 5 Mar 2012 09:31:46 -0500
  ...Usually I find that the problem is that one of the front vacuum switches at the pedals is out of adjustment. Check it with...
• Re: Idle control system
  Historical mailing list - Steven Sittser
  Wed, 1 Aug 2012 15:47:20 -0400
  ...My *guess* is that with a really worn TB shaft, this issue > can be worse and can make TVS adjustment tough. Throttle body was...
• Re: Tune Up Poll
  Historical mailing list - Tyler Hardison
  Thu, 18 Feb 2016 16:30:21 -0800
  ...However... > "It's NOT the parts ! ..it's the adjustments." > > for sure ...throttle switches fail to make contact after a while. > Most that I...
• Re: Hello, new here. Mechanic question
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Fri, 14 Feb 2014 18:25:28 -0600
  ...the Throttle body - it has a switch on it and it can easily be adjusted by just removing the whole throttle body from the...
• Re: Hello, new here. Mechanic question
  Historical mailing list - JRodgers
  Fri, 14 Feb 2014 18:25:44 -0600
  ...the Throttle body - it has a switch on it and it can easily be adjusted by just removing the whole throttle body from the...
• Re: No idle when engine cold
  Historical mailing list - OlRivrRat
  Sat, 25 Apr 2020 12:37:16 -0600
  ...Have >>>>>>> you checked the idle adjustment (bypass screw on throttle body)? I >>>>>>> recall having similar symptoms when mine was set too low (screw >> damaged...
• Re: The dreaded AFM adjustment screw
  Historical mailing list - jon
  Wed, 14 Feb 2007 13:53:12 -0800
  ...hesitation at the very beginning of the throttle (just past > the point where the throttle position switch disengages). This hesitation > can result in the...
• No cold start and the shaft from the shop (long)
  Historical mailing list - Jim Gregory
  Thu, 16 Jan 2003 16:59:04 EST
  ...I ran the pin test on the ECU harness, checked timing, tightened all clamps for vacuum leaks and, checked the throttle positioning switches. Still...
• Re: Not passing smog, still... Need help!
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Thu, 22 Aug 2002 21:19:07 -0400
  ...it should stay continuity until the throttle is open that far. The adjustment is the two allen screws below the throttle body housing. ONe...
• Re: HELP! Super high idle!
  Historical mailing list - Greg Marshall
  Fri, 21 Dec 2001 10:01:55 -0500
  ...My first thought was that > the throttle cable or switch was stuck. I checked, and that wasn't the case. > Where do I go...
• European ebay find, would this really work?
  Historical mailing list - robertmstewart
  Wed, 14 Dec 2005 00:32:24 -0500
  ...Enhance Nm, throttle response, acceleration and low end torque. Preserves smog certification. Pushes up acceleration and dynamism by upto 15 %. Results higher top speed...
• Re: Fuel Injectors/Oil Cooler Leak
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Sat, 14 Nov 2009 22:37:29 -0500
  ...completely rebuilt ones?? I was reading about the throttle > valve switch being out of adjustment and possibly just bad, could this > be the culprit...
• cruise control troubleshooting
  Historical mailing list - David Clarkson
  Wed, 6 Feb 2008 16:54:58 -0500
  If the vaccum lines check out as well as the bellows then check your clutch and brake switches for proper functioning and adjustment. I...
• Throttle Body - High Idle - (Dare I say?) Issue Resolved! (85 1.9l)
  Historical mailing list - Tyler Hardison
  Fri, 10 Jul 2015 09:40:23 -0700
  ...Carefully slide the switch off. There is a concentric cam that is for adjustment of the idle switch. It is tiny and lost easily...
• Re: accelerator/throttle cable
  Historical mailing list - Max Wellhouse
  Fri, 29 Aug 2008 19:51:35 -0500
  ...throttle body >can be achieved with the gas pedal on the floor. > >Every last vanagon on the road needs this simple lube/service/adjustment...
• Re: Tune Up Poll
  Historical mailing list - Tyler Hardison
  Thu, 18 Feb 2016 16:56:11 -0800
  ...However... >> "It's NOT the parts ! ..it's the adjustments." >> >> for sure ...throttle switches fail to make contact after a while. >> Most that I...
• Re: AFM failure
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Thu, 16 Apr 2020 19:56:57 -0700
  ...I used to get inconsistent part/trailing throttle smoothness which I had put down to bad throttle position switch and or setting. I’ve...
• Re: Engine hesitation in the afternoon, No problem in the morning
  Historical mailing list - Ken Wilford
  Sat, 25 Jun 2005 09:37:15 -0400
  It sounds like the throttle position switch is just barely out of adjustment. I have had this problem before and couldn't figure it...
• Re: Idle stabilization control question
  Historical mailing list - John Rodgers
  Sat, 10 Mar 2007 07:13:30 -0600
  ...and checked throttle position switch >> -cleaned idle stabilzation control valve with carb cleaner and >> verified that its humming away. >> -cleaned throttle valve >> -new O2...
• Re: 84 Vanagon GL Intake Air sensor?
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Thu, 4 Oct 2007 00:20:41 -0700
  ...its connections, > Any air leaks anywhere, > Throttle switch adjustment. > Air idle screw adjustment > Air flow meter CO adjustment screw > Oxygen sensor performance, > Anything to...
• Re: My Westfalia has a "frog-powered" engine - HELP!
  Historical mailing list - kenneth d lewis
  Fri, 11 Dec 1998 08:46:23 EST
  Marshall; The first thing I would check is the idle switch adjustment. If the idle stop was adjusted the idle switch setting was probably...
• Re: Right turn into driveway kills engine (1.9L '84 2-WD)
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Sat, 16 Jul 2011 18:30:35 -0700
  ...throttle switch making contact at zero throttle.. oxygen sensor, and 02 sensor wiring .. on and on. ground connections etc. I would look for it...
• Re: Accelerator linkage is sticky..
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Tue, 16 Nov 2010 11:15:10 -0800
  ...check the throttle shaft for wear. > > And the old answer has to be put in here, check adjustment of > throttle position switch. > > alistair > > > > On...
• Fwd: Worse than Vanagon Syndrome
  Historical mailing list - Gil Ngai
  Thu, 13 May 2021 19:18:52 -0600
  ...Run Engine; Move Throttle to change Engine speed - Engine hesitates/stumbles immediately above idle, change in signal from Throttle Idle Switch, and at partial...
• Re: Cold Start Chug and Warm Stumbling
  Historical mailing list - Chuck Mathis
  Thu, 22 Feb 2001 17:09:32 EST
  Before you yank your Temp II check the adjustment on your throttle position switches (an '84 probably has two -- one for idle and one...
• Re: Tune Up Poll
  Historical mailing list - SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )
  Sat, 20 Feb 2016 16:35:58 -1000
  ...However... >> "It's NOT the parts ! ..it's the adjustments." >> >> for sure ...throttle switches fail to make contact after a while. >> Most that I...
• Re: No idle when engine cold
  Historical mailing list - Chris S
  Sat, 25 Apr 2020 12:17:37 -0400
  ...Have >>>>> you checked the idle adjustment (bypass screw on throttle body)? I >>>>> recall having similar symptoms when mine was set too low (screw damaged...
• Re: Idle control system
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Wed, 1 Aug 2012 21:20:33 -0400
  ...My *guess* is that with a really worn TB shaft, this issue > can be worse and can make TVS adjustment tough. Throttle body was...