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Re: Brake-- Tranny Shifter Release
gti_matt
--- On Fri, 6/27/08, jcaseymoore <cmoore@...> wrote:
I recall a "work around" when the switch on the brake peddle fails and the Automatic Transmission cannot be shifted from Park (at least on the 97 and later Eurovans). I've searched the site for this fix and cannot find it. Can some one direct me to the source of this work around.When the switch on the brake pedal fails, the workaround is: 1. With one hand, place gentle pressure on the shifter pushbutton. 2. With the other hand, slowly turn the ignition key. 3. At some point the shifter knob will give. When it does, press it in and hold it in. 4. Start van as normal (while still holding button in). Should be able to get it in gear. 5. Drive carefully because if the brake pedal switch is bad, you probably don't have operating brake lamps. |
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Brake-- Tranny Shifter Release
Dear List:
I recall a "work around" when the switch on the brake peddle fails and the Automatic Transmission cannot be shifted from Park (at least on the 97 and later Eurovans). I've searched the site for this fix and cannot find it. Can some one direct me to the source of this work around. Thanks, Casey Moore (2000 EVC) |
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Re: 3rd row seat/bed assembly.
Neil McConville
Thanks Steve,
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I appears it would NOT be worth get a CL to convert to a MV type. ----- Original Message ----
From: Stephen Kramar <sgkramar@...> To: ev_update@... Sent: Thursday, June 26, 2008 10:26:02 PM Subject: Re: [ev_update] 3rd row seat/bed assembly. With the table that opens and the reverse seats in the MV the same bolting pattern simply would not work. I agree that ideally it would be best to keep the infrastructure the same if possible, but in this case the differences were significant enough that they apparently couldn't. On 6/26/08, Neil McConville <neilmcc_98@yahoo. com> wrote: what I'm talking about is the infra-structure for the seats and bodies. the-- Sent from Gmail for mobile | mobile.google. com [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] |
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Re: Transmission Shift Point Shifted...
Carl Henderson
I checked Bentley but can not find the dip stick on the transmission.There is no dipstick on your van. You can retrofit one. www.europarts-sd.com carries a kit. Also, would it have to be topped up throughYes. There is a cap that pulls out of the fill tube. There should also be a red retaining clip that holds the cap in place. |
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Re: Transmission Shift Point Shifted...
Bob,
thanks for the reply - they (VW) changed the filler tube seal and the large oil pan seal, both seemed to leak. I will ltry the reset before the trip to work tomorrow. I checked Bentley but can not find the dip stick on the transmission. The plug in the filler tube looks different (no pull ring) and I was not able to remove it. Also, would it have to be topped up through the small tube in the front? Wolfgang --- In ev_update@..., Sea2river@... wrote: possible that the fluid is low and is causing the problem. Two things Iwould do without hesitation: Transmission reset procedure is in the Files(or go directly at: _ () ) andthen have the fluid changed and analyzed. Ensure that when the fluid levelis topped off, the engine is running.(once every other month) `clunc' between 2nd and 3rd, otherwise shiftinglag shifting (keeping speed and rpm steady at 3500 rpm it would notshift for many seconds) or 2nd to 3rd would not shift, even if the footis off the accelerator and the van coasts form 40 mph down to 25 mphstarts right away ?€" sometimes after many miles.serviced 2 years ago.failures, but not quite these symptoms)all the way to replacement.bu |
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Re: '93 EV Weekender bench seat latch
The bottom part or the seat back? Mine has always locked without a
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problem, but it works best to leave the seat folded forward while sliding the bench back and then raising the seat back. On 6/26/08, Matthew <cartographics@...> wrote:
When I bought this a few years ago I realized the rear bench seat did not --
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Re: Serpentine belt
Hmm, good question. I should probably check mine, but I have 81K on
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the original belt and it hasn't broken yet. YMMV On 6/26/08, Ed Brady <electicamp@...> wrote:
Doing a search i have found references to changing the serpentine belt but --
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Re: 3rd row seat/bed assembly.
With the table that opens and the reverse seats in the MV the same
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bolting pattern simply would not work. I agree that ideally it would be best to keep the infrastructure the same if possible, but in this case the differences were significant enough that they apparently couldn't. On 6/26/08, Neil McConville <neilmcc_98@...> wrote:
what I'm talking about is the infra-structure for the seats and bodies. the --
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'93 EV Weekender bench seat latch
When I bought this a few years ago I realized the rear bench seat did not fully "lock"
when in the upright position. It really didn't bother me at the time (and still doesn't that much), but know my wife refuses to put the kids in the back seat (probably a smart idea). Does anyone know about how to get the latch-thingy to lock (did it ever lock)? I assumed at the time that this happened to nearly all 3rd seats and never sought a fix, but now this has the potential to ruin summer travel plans. |
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Re: 2003 EV MV Transmission
Ariel Calonne
Don't let VW or its dealers turn you off of their cars! Shocking
statement isn't it. In my case, the ONLY, and I mean only, issues I have ever had with my EV have been the direct result of dealer damage or neglect, as in the did it to my EV. We have three options: Stand over their shoulder (not worth the anxiety), Find a quality independent (not too hard since VW seems to go the extra mile to keep them in business), or Do It Yourself. I choose the last option. Ariel Calonne '99 GLS 97k Santa Barbara, CA --- In ev_update@..., "dave_king_ev" <dave_king_ev@...> wrote: pocket? wants to help you take care of your van and won't flat out lie to yourface. You says "sealed fordefinitely should have a Bentley regardless. andlife" (or whatever it is they are claiming it says).I am on the phone with VW right now. They insist three things: changed?(3) 125,000 is a lot of miles for a transmission. serviceUnfortunately, I was unaware of this reality and trusted the representativesmanagers in the Volkswagen Dealer Network -- obviously a mistake. antell me that 125,000 miles is a lot for a vehicle. That's seems andodd position to take. shopcondition. I understand there is not a dipstick -- but really. tomorrow. And I doubt I will buy a VW again. |
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Re: 2003 EV MV Transmission
--- In ev_update@..., Sea2river@... wrote:
I went thru this same game with my dealer and corporate VW a few weeks ago. After two weeks of kicking it up the food chain, I finally got VW to admit the fluid should be changed. I told them they need to make a service bulletin, as their dealers are clueless.- |
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Re: tow package contents?
Some ads seem to be generated by choosing items from a list of
attributes. It may be that the only way to select "has a hitch" is put a tick mark in "tow package". Somewhat akin to selecting "2 Cylinders" for a Mazda Rotary engine (which actually does not have "cylinders" at all) Ian Mothersill Vancouver, Canada --- In ev_update@..., gti_matt <gti_matt@...> wrote: The only options available for my model year were heated seats and aNot positive, but I am guessing it is just the hitch and wiring. sunroof. The brochure did not list a tow package. merely owners that are taking creative liberties and literary license with their description of the tow hitch they fitted. |
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Re: tow package contents?
Some ads seem to be generated by choosing items from a list of
attributes. It may be that the only way to select "has a hitch" is put a tick mark in "tow package". Somewhat akin to selecting "2 Cylinders" for a Mazda Rotary engine (which actually does not have "cylinders" at all) Ian Mothersill Vancouver, Canada --- In ev_update@..., gti_matt <gti_matt@...> wrote: The only options available for my model year were heated seats and aNot positive, but I am guessing it is just the hitch and wiring. sunroof. The brochure did not list a tow package. merely owners that are taking creative liberties and literary license with their description of the tow hitch they fitted. |
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Re: Serpentine belt
My first response would be to not be concerned. But a better response would
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be to inspect the belt's condition by removing the sound-deadening pan and, using a light, inspect the belt. Small hairline cracks should be expected but anything larger would indicate that replacement is due. I suspect you are OK. Bob W. 2001 Weekender with 124,000 miles on the original belt In a message dated 6/26/2008 9:53:49 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
electicamp@... writes: Doing a search i have found references to changing the serpentine belt but not with mileage as low as mine ((2003 EVC, 44K). We are beginning some extended travel soon. Any thoughts about changing the belt? ****Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for fuel-efficient used cars. () |
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Re: '93 EV Weekender bench seat latch
Two parts of the seat should lock. First is the bottom. Then the back rest
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opens up fully to a near-vertical position and locks into brackets at each side of the EV. IIRC, there are some adjustments that can be made if the locks do not align with the brackets. Can you describe your van's problem more thoroughly? Bob W. ex 1993 Weekender 2001 Weekender In a message dated 6/26/2008 10:13:30 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
cartographics@... writes: When I bought this a few years ago I realized the rear bench seat did not fully "lock" when in the upright position. It really didn't bother me at the time (and still doesn't that much), but know my wife refuses to put the kids in the back seat (probably a smart idea). Does anyone know about how to get the latch-thingy to lock (did it ever lock)? I assumed at the time that this happened to nearly all 3rd seats and never sought a fix, but now this has the potential to ruin summer travel plans. ****Gas prices getting you down? Search AOL Autos for fuel-efficient used cars. () |
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Re: O2 sensor question for my 95 evc
Downtown Computers
I hope you're not goinna attempt some homeade device seen on the internet that has been a scam for years now. It says small bubbles of hydrogen will give you better milage...it cant...it wont...and you do not want to do it to any vehicle
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please say no ----- Original Message -----
From: Scott To: ev_update@... Sent: Thursday, June 26, 2008 12:51 PM Subject: [ev_update] O2 sensor question for my 95 evc I am in the process of installing a o2 sensor over ride device to use HHO(Hydroxy,hydrogen) on demand device I made. MY question is how many o2 sensors are there ? I know that the one is located on underside of van ,right side near front passenger....is there another elsewhere ? Thank you. |
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Re: O2 sensor question for my 95 evc
Oh also what do you mean about "true" V-6 ?
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A "true" V6 has separate cylinder heads, one for each cylinder bank, left and right. The VW VR6 engine....the R meaning Reihenmotor or inline engine. This is not an entirely accurate description, as the cylinders are staggered, but all six cylinders do share a common cylinder head, as opposed to two separate heads, thereby saving some space for the transverse mounting. Steve Schock EUROPARTS-San Diego The Eurovan, Rialta & Sprinter parts source Website: europarts-sd.com Phone: 858-451-0020 Secure online ordering at: Scott wrote:
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Re: 2003 EV MV Transmission
dave_king_ev
First of all, this entire thread is intrinsically insane. NO FLUID
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lasts forever -- not ATF, not differential oil, not windshield wiper soap. "Sealed for life" is pure nonsense. Second, what does your owner's manual say? Is yours one of the versions that specifies the 40K fluid change interval? If VOA is going to deny that Bentley is official, surely they can't deny the manual they supplied with the vehicle. Finally, why not just take it somewhere else? Very few dealers have any experience, and besides they charge more anyway. Find a good full service independent specializing in European cars and forget the dealer. Unless it's a warranty claim, or service that requires certain VW-specific diagnostics, I'd never go to a dealer to begin with. --- In ev_update@..., "efickel" <EFickel@...> wrote:
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