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• Re: Getting a handle on Idle problems...

  Joel Walker · Sun, 20 Apr 2003 23:54:01 -0500 · Mailing-list archive

  ...to quote the vw digifant diagnosis book ... " Idle stabilization valve - electronically controlled valve used to maintain idle speed at a pre-determined level by...

• Re: Idle Stabilization parts Costs

  Greg Potts · Thu, 24 Feb 2011 08:04:01 -0500 · Mailing-list archive

  ...There is an open-source answer to the idle stabilizer, it actually replaces the entire electronics of the Digifant system. It's called MegaSquirt...

• Re: Idle Stabilization parts Costs

  Scott Daniel - Turbovans · Thu, 24 Feb 2011 13:00:46 -0800 · Mailing-list archive

  ...The coil is controlled directly from the ECU, and it is not yet confirmed if the distributor input mods work with the stock distributor...

• Re: High Idle Problems

  John Rodgers · Wed, 12 Feb 2003 11:32:22 -0600 · Mailing-list archive

  ...them. > > They suggested I install a new idle stabilization valve and a new idle stabilzation control unit. (Both very expensive) Anyway, upon arriving at...

• Re: How Long Does it Take Your Van to Warm up? Cont.

  Dennis Haynes · Sun, 24 Apr 2005 11:19:35 -0400 · Mailing-list archive

  ...Idle warm up speed and stabilizing is done with an electronic valve, controlled by a separate idle speed controller, mounted in front of the...

• Idle Problems, update, kinda long

  Marc Perdue · Sat, 11 Jan 2003 16:32:17 -0500 · Mailing-list archive

  ...I pulled the idle stabilizer control unit and opened it up. It smells like it's toasted, a kind of burnt electronics smell. The...

• Re: Arduino and Vanagons

  James Eaton · Wed, 13 Nov 2013 23:23:34 -0500 · Mailing-list archive

  ...controller is a PWM signal (that's why your ISV vibrates when it's running!). Replacing 1980s digital electronics with 2013 digital electronics is...

• Re: Arduino and Vanagons

  JRodgers · Wed, 13 Nov 2013 23:25:00 -0600 · Mailing-list archive

  ...controller is a PWM signal (that's why your ISV vibrates when it's running!). Replacing 1980s digital electronics with 2013 digital electronics is...

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• Electronic Stabilization Control

  A system that improves vehicle stability by controlling engine power and braking

• ESC

  electronic stabilization control, a system that improves vehicle safety and stability

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• How To: Electronic Ignitor for Vanagon Westfalia Stove

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• Top #3 Volkswagen Vanagon Repairs/Tips (wipers, mirror, dash heat control)

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• Vanagon Idle Air Control valve / Unit in action. Simulation with real valve.

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• Vanagon Cruise Control Update

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• 2.1l Vanagon Idle Control Unit location, function and testing.

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• Easy Way to Replace VW Vanagon Upper Control Arm Bushings

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• VW T3 (Vanagon) Heater Control Valve Replacement – Step-by-Step DIY Guide

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• How to Fix & Reset Electronic Stability Control ESC Warning Light Stays On or Flashing ESC Light On

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