I was working on mine once and forgot to reconnect the AFM.  I started it
up and was surprised it ran and revved up. I didn't try to drive it
though.
Edward

On Fri, Jul 17, 2015 at 10:08 PM, Abel Longoria <houstonphotog@gmail.com>
wrote:

> Thanks for the update. Gonna have to test mine and see...
>
> Abel.
> On Jul 17, 2015 8:40 PM, "John Rodgers" <jrodgers113@gmail.com> wrote:
>
> > Turn out it was the AFM connector. Cleaned it out really good, plugged it
> > back in and Voila! ACCELERATION was had!
> >
> > Thanks a bunch Volks. As always, THE VANAGON LIST is the best!
> >
> > John
> > On Jul 17, 2015 5:24 PM, "SDF ( aka ;jim lahey' - Scott )" <
> > scottdaniel@turbovans.com> wrote:
> >
> > >  the connection to the AFM just happens to pop into my mind for this.
> > >
> > > I'd clean and re-seat that connector ..
> > > and every other one you can find to inspect / service/clean/check.
> > >
> > > plus all grounds.
> > > You're sure you don't have a hose loose somewhere ?
> > >
> > > 'we' ......??
> > >
> > > On 7/17/2015 11:39 AM, John Rodgers wrote:
> > >
> > > Engine dies when trying to acclerate.
> > >
> > > Volks, ever since adjusting the TB switch, and putting in new plugs,
> plug
> > > wires, dist. Cap and rotor finger, the van has run like sewing machine
> > for
> > > three days. Thenlast night, 'ol Red decided "no go".
> > >
> > > The problem is it idles fine, step on the gas and it quits. Engine just
> > > dies on the spot. With engine off, I checked throttle operation and it
> is
> > > perfect. I can hear the switch clicking appropriately. Connections
> tight,
> > > no slipped throttle cable.
> > >
> > > If this thing was carb fitted I would know what to do. As is, I am at a
> > > loss. Anyone got any suggestions?
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> >
>