Don't waste your time. The Syncro sending unit problem is well
known. The sender itself has rusted the connection off, right at the
sending unit. It can be fixed, but you must be good at soldering.

            Eric                   86-VW4x4
            vw4x4@fyi.net          72-240z
            Pittsburgh, PA USA     1936-Chrysler

On Sat, 21 Aug 1999, Angus Gordon wrote:

> As a recent first time Vanagon owner, I'd like to express my appreciation
> for this list. When I think of the time (and blood!) it cost me to
> accumulate hard fought knowledge for other automotive types, the information
> base here and in the archives is fantastic.
>
> Now... here's my problem. In troubleshooting my fuel gauge, I want to locate
> the ground connection for the sender ('86 Syncro). According to Bentley it's
> found on the "left front crossmember". Anybody any idea where this is? It
> appears from the schematics that the '86 location is different from all
> other years. Any help appreciated, I'm tired of crawling around on my back!
>
> Angus
> '86 Syncro
>
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>                     Angus Gordon
>                     Delta, Ohio
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