

| Subject: | Re: '86 Vanagon Starts, Dies....Revisited (Help!) |
| From: | David Dustan |
| Date: | Sun, 16 Jan 2000 11:35:38 -0800 |
I have checked all engine compartment grounds and have the lastest coil. What/where is the TEMPII sensor? I have seen it referenced in another message..... Thanks again for the ideas. Everyone as usual on the list comes through! David Original message from: kenneth d lewis >David; > Sounds like your vans problem may not be a "common" problem. I >would be sure and scan the archives. Some things that come to mind are >engine grounding straps, ECU grounding, TEMPII sensor and fuel pressure. >You say the coil has been replaced but did you use the "latest" version >from VW? I believe it should have a green label but am not sure. > >Drive Safely & Good Luck >Ken Lewis<Kernersville,NC>86 VW crewcab;60 356B Coupe >For Sale: 61 AustinHealey Sprite(not Bugeye);Daily driver $2500 > >On Sat, 15 Jan 2000 17:38:45 -0800 David Dustan <ddustan@WOLFENET.COM> >writes: >>OK, Here is the latest "progress" on my dilemma.... >> >>When we last visited this issue I would start my '86 Vanagon but it >>would die shortly after starting. Most >>members here suggested replacing the ignition switch. >> >>Since I last wrote a note the following has been replaced: >> >>Ignition Switch >>Plugs >>Cap >>Rotor >>Wires >>Coil >>Fuel Pump Relay >>Digifant Relay >>Load Reduction Relay >> >>Here are the latest findings.... >> >>The problem continues. If the engine stays running long enough to >>warm up it seems to run for quite >>some time... When the engine dies after running shortly, the plugs >>do not spark. After a few more >>minutes the engine will start again.... only to repeat the cycle. >>Needless to say I am very frustrated... >>The Hall sender voltage is showing about 11.27 volts which I think >>should be correct. >> >>OK everyone, where to go now?? >> >>Some good out of this... I did take care of a squeak in the steering >>boot and I tightened up the belts. :> > >________________________________________________________________ >YOU'RE PAYING TOO MUCH FOR THE INTERNET! >Juno now offers FREE Internet Access! >Try it today - there's no risk! For your FREE software, visit: >http://dl.www.juno.com/get/tagj. >
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