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Subject:Re: 85 won't start
From:Dan N
Date:Sun, 8 May 2022 15:22:27 -0700

Do you have a spare ignition switch?
If you do remove the black connector and plug it in and use a flat screw
driver to turn the spare one.
Do not drive because the steering is locked.

On Sun, May 8, 2022 at 3:15 PM Jeff Palmer <w.jeff.palmer@icloud.com> wrote:

> I’ve had it since 93 so pretty sure nothing was added.  Will keep
> snooping.  Thanks.
> Jeff
>
> > On May 8, 2022, at 5:10 PM, Mark Drillock <madvws@COX.NET> wrote:
> >
> > There are no fuses that can stop the engine from starting and running in
> > a stock wbx Vanagon.
> >
> > People do sometimes add one.
> >
> > Typical spot is in the engine compartment wiring junction box at the red
> > wire power stud.
> >
> > Mark
> >
> >
> > On 5/8/2022 2:22 PM, Jeff Palmer wrote:
> >> Hi everyone - horribly late spring and I’m just getting my 85 out now.
> Turned over but wouldn’t start.
> >>
> >> I couldn’t hear the fuel pump cycle on when I turned the key to the on
> position?
> >>
> >> Is there a fuse for the fuel pump to check?  Any other tips?
> >>
> >> Thanks
> >> Jeff
> >> 85 Westfalia with Boston Bob 2.1
>