David,

See if this link helps diagnose the problem:
http://www.gowesty.com/library_article.php?id=924

I live about 30 miles away and will try to call you.  I have tools and an
extra ignition switch if needed.

Harold

Harold Teer
1991 Westy -- VANGAUX
Harrisonburg, VA

On Sat, May 3, 2014 at 10:35 AM, David Bjorkman <ddbjorkman@verizon.net>wrote:

> Hi all,
>
> Here's the problem, 1987 Westy with Golf in-line 4 OBD2.  Bus ran fine
> from Boston to Virginia yesterday.  Went to start it up this morning
> starter turned a quarter turn and then died out.  Now when I turn the key,
> I get no response at all, headlights are bright and I don't believe my
> battery is low.  When I turn the key with the headlights on, the headlights
> go out, not dim, but go out.  Turn signal and parking lights do not dim
> when key is turned.  Tried to jump start it.  Unsuccessful.  Anybody with
> any ideas let me know.  Contacting rescue squad.
>
> Dave B.
>