Since cold weather started I have had a problem every morning, that used to be intermitant. I have an 86 Vanagon Syncro (barely broken in with only 140,000 miles),according to the dealer it's running too rich, the problem could be the Air Box or the ECM. Both of these parts are VERY expensive. Is there any way to fix this thing by 1.cleaning, 2.refurbishing, 3.repairing, 4.or wiring it together with coat hanger wire ???? The darn thing idles (barely) at about 400-500rpm, until it warms up, and eventually (usually) evens out at a fairly steady 900-1000 rpm. The dealer said that the air box would cost about $700.00, and once installed, he would not remove if it doesn't fix the problem. Anyway, Thanks for any help that you can provide, Scott |
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