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• Re: Burnt Vanagon of the Week
  Historical mailing list - Mark Tuovinen
  Sat, 4 Mar 2006 12:07:41 -0900
  ...My comment was in response to the question of why you can't just kill the ignition. Like yourself, without checking the manual I...
• Re: Help with Dometic 12v wiring
  Historical mailing list - mark drillock
  Tue, 16 Jun 2009 06:13:25 -0700
  ...Help with 12v Dometic wiring >> >> >>> No, the wire that seems to come from the ignition switch is really a >>> ground wire of sorts, through...
• Re: 85 wbx 1.9 miss at idle
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Palmer
  Sat, 17 Jan 2004 18:08:22 -0600
  ...in testing high tension ignition wires, an analog meter is very useful. > using test leads with allegator clips to free hands, the wires can...
• Re: Phantom power drain: Accessories work with key out...
  Historical mailing list - Greg Potts
  Sat, 5 Jun 2010 16:42:55 -0400
  ...I also tried swapping the >> ignition switch with a brand new unit but that didn't help either. >> >> The van is a very early...
• Re: 60,000 volt coil?
  Historical mailing list - Michael Perry
  Tue, 20 Aug 1996 18:03:54 -0700
  ...Sounds like a great ignition > system, but I'm not looking foreward to getting the pis* shocked out of me every > time I try...
• Re: Runaway Starter Saga Continues
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel
  Tue, 5 Nov 2013 16:49:59 -0800
  ...coil wire, and the fuel pump should be triggered by each ignition pulse too. this also has the advantage of doing a wiggle test...
• Re: HELP! (mystery wire under cabinet)
  Historical mailing list - Bill Glenn
  Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:17:48 -0400
  ...The ignition module for electronic gas ignition on the later Dometics is also powered from this always-on source. 3. Ground As I recall...
• Where to start when signal lights don't work?
  Historical mailing list - Eric Caron
  Thu, 27 Oct 2022 10:32:27 -0400
  ...is that fuse? Also, is this usually a sign of failing ignition switch? Had a situation in the recent past where headlights did not...
• Re: 1991 Westy - Does Bentley describe relays on fuse panel?
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Mon, 19 Oct 2020 23:19:38 -0400
  ...on a Canadian > van, when the driver turns the ignition ON, the parking light (or > headlights) comes ON, no need to use the light...
• Re: starting issue with '81 Vanagon
  Historical mailing list - Karl Ploessl
  Thu, 25 Dec 2014 12:34:19 -0500
  replaced the ignition coil and all is well. Thank you all for your advice. Merry Christmas to all, Karl. Karl 1981 Westy "Jenny" 2000...
• Re: Radio/subwoofer wiring
  Historical mailing list - Jarrett Kupcinski
  Sat, 14 Jul 2012 21:17:20 -0500
  ...The original reason I was looking in Bentley was to identify a ignition switched power source to tap into. Got distracted by the radio...
• Re: Walker Super Turbo Muffler
  Historical mailing list - Gary Stearns
  Wed, 29 Apr 1998 07:50:46 -0400
  ...It was relatively cheap if I recall, less than $50. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ > Regarding performance, our '88 also has a Jacobs "Omni Pak" ignition > amplifier. Never heard...
• Dragging starter
  Historical mailing list - Johan Nyberg
  Fri, 3 Apr 1998 19:57:21 +0100
  ...It did NOT make any difference, but I am keeping it, as it will take the current load off the switch in the ignition...
• Re: Electrical Saga Continues
  Historical mailing list - Rico Dagastino
  Sat, 16 Mar 2002 10:23:22 EST
  ...I have tested the wire coming from the ignition module to the ECU and it is supplying a pulse to the ECU. Now the...
• Rekeying locks was WTB: Sliding Door handle
  Historical mailing list - Jim Arnott
  Sat, 14 Sep 2002 22:18:41 -0700
  ...your new handles > to and he can match them to your ignition key. i looked around for the info, > thought i had it in...
• Re: replacing lock cylinders + ignition switch + fish
  Historical mailing list - Ben T
  Fri, 25 Apr 2003 08:55:28 EDT
  In a message dated 4/24/03 8:29:00 PM Pacific Daylight Time, fish@SALZBURG.CO.AT writes: << Seems that the tumblers wear...
• Re: Ignition Switch Electrical Repair
  Historical mailing list - Jeff Strickrott
  Tue, 30 Dec 2003 00:30:12 -0500
  Yes thanks. Pulled it out this evening. phil cain wrote: > Jeff, You just fried the electrical portion of the > switch, It is plastic and...
• Re: Ignition switch replacement Experience?
  Historical mailing list - --------
  Wed, 28 Nov 2007 06:57:35 -0500
  Mark, For the record, you can remove the steering housing cover , pull the wires off the swtich and install a new switch, having it...
• Re: HELP: Engine stopped
  Historical mailing list - Fuzzy :philippe
  Thu, 7 Jul 2016 15:20:07 -0700
  ...Waiting a few minutes now with ignition switch off. >> On Jul 7, 2016 12:34 PM, "Fuzzy :philippe" <fuzzmeister@gmail.com> wrote: >> >> > Yep, pointing...
• Re: starting problem
  Historical mailing list - Cary Chiang
  Fri, 19 Oct 2018 15:56:44 -0500
  ...If not, he says starter, if yes, he > > says ignition switch. He states that the steering column ignition switch > > looks fine (not discolored as...
• Re: 85 Vanagon Feedback
  Historical mailing list - Michel (O'Hara) Escaravage
  28 May 1996 08:05:40 -0400
  ...I changed the ignition cables >the ignition cap, the rotor and the coolant sensor and still once in a >while the van runs roughly...
• Re: Ohh those VW gods...billowing blue smoke.
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Haynes
  Sun, 17 Jul 2011 22:47:36 -0400
  ...Melted pistons are usually caused by a piston/ring problem, engine lugging-overload, a lean cylinder or over advanced ignition timing. It was probably...
• Re: Having an annoying problem with my 85 GL.
  Historical mailing list - Mark A. Williamson
  Mon, 16 Nov 1998 14:55:05 -0700
  ...The ignition problem was corrected shortly before the catalytic converter problem arose, as I though that the ignition system concern would cure the "total...
• Re: Subject: 86 Vanagon intermittently shuts off at speed
  Historical mailing list - Hammerdorfer
  Wed, 17 Mar 1999 22:08:24 -0700
  ...running. So far I have the following suggestions from people: 1. Ignition switch ($30 to replace) 2. Air sensor ($450 for part) 3. fuel...
• Re: 87 Vanagon fuse problem
  Historical mailing list - A. Kimmons
  Mon, 20 Dec 1999 21:12:07 -0600
  Wow!! I'm having this same problem... (see Headlight Help!!) I just replaced the ignition switch (electric part only), but then... REALLY WACKY things...
• Re: Problem Solved! was: Van Dies, Relays clicking...
  Historical mailing list - Mark Upton
  Thu, 16 Mar 2000 17:27:44 -0500
  ...Then I took a new ignition switch with me and tried to take a trip > to town. The van died when I backed into...
• Re: Power window switches
  Historical mailing list - David Stell
  Sun, 8 Jul 2001 17:02:21 -0500
  ...Then, with the ignition off, repeatedly push the switch both "up" and "down" for a few seconds. Repeat the spraying and pushing process once...
• how to make your locking gas cap accept the same key as your doors/ignition
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 25 Jan 2007 03:41:34 EST
  ...this will only work with the gas caps that have the same style "long" keys as the ignition/doors.. not the gas caps with...
• Re: Another D15 connector failure example
  Historical mailing list - Alistair Bell
  Sat, 19 Feb 2022 12:14:23 -0800
  ...Scratch "the fuse would have blown and spared the panel." > > I now see that D15 is unfused, a direct connect from the ignition switch...
• If People Bought Cars Like Computers
  Historical mailing list - Wizzer Redford
  Fri, 28 Oct 94 7:04:34 PDT
  ...Did you put the key in the ignition slot and turn it?" Customer: "What's an ignition?" HelpLine: "It's a starter motor that...
• Re: The details of Motronic (long)
  Historical mailing list - Robert Keezer
  Wed, 1 Oct 2003 12:25:48 -0700
  ...The electronic pointless ignition found in the Vanagon has a sensor in the distributor called the Hall sensor. There are four apertures on the...
• Re: 40 minutes drive and then cuts out.
  Historical mailing list - Zolly
  Sat, 10 Jul 2010 15:37:53 -0700
  ...Turning ignition on did not activate the pump. I changed the 24 relays, no difference. Put in a different computer, same. I was working...
• Re: Consistent cutout at 3k rpm
  Historical mailing list - Scott Daniel - Turbovans
  Wed, 13 Apr 2011 13:49:53 -0700
  ...since all waterboxers have electronic ignition ( waterboxer starts in 1983 ) and 83 diesels don't have points , you must be talking about an air...
• Re: Weird little electrical problem
  Historical mailing list - Jim. Felder
  Sat, 24 Apr 2021 21:45:11 -0500
  ...A diesel would continue to run after the ignition was off unless the fuel is shut off. Strictly mechanical. Jim > > On Apr 24, 2021...
• Re: Gowesty starter problems
  Historical mailing list - Dennis Jowell
  Mon, 5 Sep 2016 18:48:22 -0400
  Thanks for all the input 1) Ignition switch is brand new installed 4 weeks ago 2) engine is 2.2 WBX GOWESTY's engine...
• Kinda Stumped
  Historical mailing list - Matt Burkel
  Wed, 3 May 1995 15:33:28 -0400 (EDT)
  ...It is a 71 and the wiring has seen better days, Is it my ignition? If so is it really a big pain to...
• Re: Bosch rotors
  Historical mailing list - Old Volks Home
  Sat, 2 May 1998 14:17:26 -0700
  ...In some cases, the tracking metal piece on the end is specifically made for an ignition's overall energy output to prevent carbon tracking...
• Re: Brake fluid
  Historical mailing list - David McNeely
  Fri, 4 May 2018 11:37:24 -0700
  ...It matters, because they have different volatility, and different ignition temperatures. Whether they are mutually soluble or not, I am not certain, but I...
• Re: Electric Power Steering in my 81 Westy
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Wed, 23 Aug 2017 11:48:04 -0400
  ...has electric power steering, which was > fantastic when it worked! Recently, while my mechanic was replacing my > ignition switch, my power steering stopped working. >
• Re: Headlight buzzer?
  Historical mailing list - Dave Mcneely
  Fri, 19 Apr 2013 10:58:29 -0500
  ...but leave the running > > lights on. > > > > > > > > I've removed the useless ignition buzzer, anybody know how to convert it to > > a headlight buzzer? > > > > > > > > TIA...
• Re: High Beams out on 88 GL
  Historical mailing list - Bob Stevens
  Fri, 18 Jun 2010 21:17:14 -0600
  ...Sounds like the ignition switch. bob On Fri, Jun 18, 2010 at 9:03 PM, Bobby Brown <bobbybrown1@gmail.com> wrote: > High beams won...
• Re: Alternative to locking gas cap?
  Historical mailing list - Allan Streib
  Fri, 14 Aug 2009 14:06:05 -0400
  I keep my gas cap key on the same ring as the ignition key, then I don't leave the cap behind by mistake...
• A Ghost in the machine
  Historical mailing list - Brian T.
  Sun, 21 Jun 2009 13:14:44 -0700
  ...van.� It also auto-unlocks them when I shut off the ignition. � I've had this van for about a year and a half...
• '56 bus electrical - Not yet!
  Historical mailing list - Thom Fitzpatrick
  Mon, 4 Mar 1996 21:02:40 -0800 (PST)
  ...When I went to pull it in the garage, it did the same &^$#@$!@$ thing again! I think its the ignition switch: if I shake...
• Power Cut Out
  Historical mailing list - James H. McCarthy
  Fri, 12 Dec 1997 07:52:58 -0500
  Can anyone advise me on this situation? Turn on the ignition, starts right up. After thirty seconds, while I am adjusting the seat belt...
• Re: Idling....
  Historical mailing list - - James Shinosky
  Thu, 6 Aug 1998 01:04:58 EDT
  ...1200rpm cold/900-950rpm hot and still hesitate during COLD acceleration) Should I return the old sensor back in? I will look into ignition...
• Re: Pet peeves/door chime/buzzer
  Historical mailing list
  Thu, 31 Dec 1998 17:35:30 EST
  ...every time the door is opened with the keys in the > ignition. Sorry, I just had to get that off my chest! >> FWIW, i...
• Key/Lock issues
  Historical mailing list - Michael L. Smith
  Thu, 27 Apr 2000 10:27:51 EDT
  ...The key opens all 4 doors and works the ignition. It has a black rubber piece that surrounds the grip area. I have 2...
• Home safely....
  Historical mailing list - James Shinosky
  Thu, 24 Aug 2000 02:07:52 EDT
  ...I was about to buy a new ignition switch but from one suggestion from Vanagon.Com I bought a ground wire and hooked it...
• Re: FS: Set locks w/ keys: ignition, all handles & rear hatch
  Historical mailing list - The Bus Depot
  Fri, 17 Nov 2000 12:25:15 -0500
  > The last time I checked, The Bus Depot was selling a complete set like > this for about $90 brand new with keys. I bought...
• Latest news on No Spark
  Historical mailing list - Riley Kettner
  Tue, 12 Jun 2001 16:01:46 -0700
  ...I mentioned before that I had no spark coming off the ignition coil. I purchased and installed a new coil to no improvements. New...
• Re: replacing ignition switch
  Historical mailing list - Charles McGehee
  Fri, 15 Jun 2001 20:03:20 -0700
  Ed, Great! It worked just great. Like you said, a leisurely hour, no more. I don't know why Bentley made the thing so...
• Re: Strange Electrical Problem
  Historical mailing list - Scott De Santi
  Tue, 1 Jan 2002 12:31:38 EST
  I'll second that call for an ignition switch. The infamous "X" circuit runs right through the switch and when it failed on me...
• checking coil and icu?
  Historical mailing list - Matthew Pollard
  Mon, 5 Aug 2002 16:30:02 -0700
  how do you 1) check a coil 2) check an ignition control unit no spark. got gas and power to coil. both are spendy...
• Propane Ignition on Refrigerator
  Historical mailing list - Ed Bass
  Mon, 9 Jun 2003 13:23:55 -0400
  We're planning a drive from Indy to Orlando and I can't get the fridge started on propane. I had the pilot lit...
• Re: westy cold = rich
  Historical mailing list - Roger Sisler
  Sat, 7 May 2005 16:16:38 -0400
  ...sensor ect.There for, I would look for something mechanical like ignition timing vaccum leaks,tune up parts ect.When the van warms up...
• Re: Ignition Switch "Su" Power
  Historical mailing list - David Beierl
  Fri, 25 Jan 2013 20:07:51 -0500
  At 04:13 PM 1/25/2013, neil n wrote: >Input welcome! Neil, would you mind explaining in words of one syllable what it...
• Re: Help with coolant light flashing randomly - no leaks
  Historical mailing list - David Clarkson
  Sat, 15 Sep 2007 20:04:59 EDT
  ...I can start/stop the van or simply switch on/off the ignition 5-7 times and the lights will quit flashing. Any ideas...
• Re: 1985 Westy Vanagon shutters, dies, and then resurrects... help.
  Historical mailing list - Joel Cort
  Thu, 11 Nov 2010 13:15:08 -0800
  ...I would also check that the ignition switch is functioning.� Easy to check when you have the engine running, wiggle the wires the ignition...
• RE Fuel Injection problem found
  Historical mailing list - bill (w.r.) crick
  Wed, 3 Jul 1996 11:14:00 -0400
  ...Several VW mechanincs told me it was the ignition switch. It wasn't. Someone said check all connections, and grounds. While doing this I...