Date:         Fri, 04 Oct 1996 16:40:04 -0400
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@vanagon.com>
From:         "R. Hotchkiss" <hotch@netaxs.com>
Subject:      Re: FI help needed

Don Geiger wrote:
> 
> I put a rebuilt engine in my '80 Vanagon and still haven't been able to get
> it started.  When I turn the key it starts for a second and then dies, every
> time.  I've checked and double checked all connections and fittings and all
> looks OK.  I suspect the fuel injection.
> 
> In my experimenting today I found that if I try to start the engine with the
> Control Unit disconnected, the engine starts and then dies just like when
> it's connected.  Could my Control Unit be shot?  Anyone know of a way to
> check out the Control Unit?  Please don't say "replace it and see if it
> works".  I'm not sure where to look next!
> 
> I'm almost at the end of my rope.  If I can't find something soon, I think
> I'll have to take it to a FLARS.  Any advice on something like this?  Should
> I take it to the nearby general purpose auto shop, the distant VW auto shop,
> or the distant VW dealership.  Distance means more towing charges, of
> course.  And on top of an added expense I hadn't bargained for.  Oh well.
> Who's more likely to be able to figure out my (probably) FI problem?
> 
> I want my van back on the road!
> 
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> <<>>  Don Geiger                        <<>>
> <<>>  '80 Westy in NJ                   <<>>
> <<>>  dgeiger@k2nesoft.com              <<>>
> <<>>  http://www.k2nesoft.com/~dgeiger  <<>>
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Don,

This might sound basic, but are you sure the fuel pump is working or the
lines aren't blocked.  I had a 70 camper that cut off on me the same
way.  Anyway, I think checking the fuel is where the problem is.

Hotch
hotch@netaxs.com