Date: Sun, 16 Jan 2000 11:35:38 -0800
Reply-To: David Dustan <ddustan@WOLFENET.COM>
Sender: Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From: David Dustan <ddustan@WOLFENET.COM>
Subject: Re: '86 Vanagon Starts, Dies....Revisited (Help!)
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I have checked all engine compartment grounds and have the lastest coil. What/where is the TEMPII
sensor? I have seen it referenced in another message.....
Thanks again for the ideas. Everyone as usual on the list comes through!
David
Original message from: kenneth d lewis
>David;
> Sounds like your vans problem may not be a "common" problem. I
>would be sure and scan the archives. Some things that come to mind are
>engine grounding straps, ECU grounding, TEMPII sensor and fuel pressure.
>You say the coil has been replaced but did you use the "latest" version
>from VW? I believe it should have a green label but am not sure.
>
>Drive Safely & Good Luck
>Ken Lewis<Kernersville,NC>86 VW crewcab;60 356B Coupe
>For Sale: 61 AustinHealey Sprite(not Bugeye);Daily driver $2500
>
>On Sat, 15 Jan 2000 17:38:45 -0800 David Dustan <ddustan@WOLFENET.COM>
>writes:
>>OK, Here is the latest "progress" on my dilemma....
>>
>>When we last visited this issue I would start my '86 Vanagon but it
>>would die shortly after starting. Most
>>members here suggested replacing the ignition switch.
>>
>>Since I last wrote a note the following has been replaced:
>>
>>Ignition Switch
>>Plugs
>>Cap
>>Rotor
>>Wires
>>Coil
>>Fuel Pump Relay
>>Digifant Relay
>>Load Reduction Relay
>>
>>Here are the latest findings....
>>
>>The problem continues. If the engine stays running long enough to
>>warm up it seems to run for quite
>>some time... When the engine dies after running shortly, the plugs
>>do not spark. After a few more
>>minutes the engine will start again.... only to repeat the cycle.
>>Needless to say I am very frustrated...
>>The Hall sender voltage is showing about 11.27 volts which I think
>>should be correct.
>>
>>OK everyone, where to go now??
>>
>>Some good out of this... I did take care of a squeak in the steering
>>boot and I tightened up the belts. :>
>
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