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Reading VW wiring diagram	Robsey	Yesterday, 23:45	Once this week	Electrical & Instrumentation
Temp gauge issue	TwinTurbo	Yesterday, 17:39	Once this week	Electrical & Instrumentation

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Got an electrical fault ? Read this first!

Last post by Hacksawbob « 10 Feb 2013, 23:56

by Hacksawbob » 10 Feb 2013, 23:56

Check your earths !

Many electrical issues are caused by corroded electrical contacts on the earthing points. Please read and check before posting...

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10 Feb 2013, 23:56
Reading VW wiring diagram

Last post by Robsey « Today, 00:00
Replies: 8
by MarcoT3 » Yesterday, 14:14

Hi guys, on the top of the VW wiring diagram there is a line marked 31. In the wiki it says this is ground. Am I right in assuming this is a ground...

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Last post by Robsey
Today, 00:00
A4 +ve?

Last post by Robsey « Yesterday, 22:52
Replies: 1
by MarcoT3 » Yesterday, 21:33

Hi all, does anyone know where the A4 positive in dash wiring loom noted below is in reality in the van? Thanks :D

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Last post by Robsey
Yesterday, 22:52
Temp gauge issue

Last post by TwinTurbo « Yesterday, 17:39
Replies: 6
by Africatwin » 21 Mar 2025, 18:54

Sorry admin. Originally posted in “mechanical” but it’s moved on to an electrical I think.

This is the original post

Evening all.

Newly acquired...

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Last post by TwinTurbo
Yesterday, 17:39
No Main Beam - no Blue LED

Last post by MarcoT3 « Yesterday, 14:19
Replies: 2
by trentjim » 21 Mar 2025, 14:21

noticed last night that i had a problem with the lights...
ive not really investigated yet but first impression is that dip is working but main beam...

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Last post by MarcoT3
Yesterday, 14:19
Buzzing, but not in a good way.

Last post by AlBundy « 20 Mar 2025, 16:44
Replies: 14
by AlBundy » 19 Mar 2025, 13:51

1.6 Diesel 1986 Bilbo Conversion.

I haven't been able to start the engine, and have narrowed the issue down to the box at the back left of the...

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Last post by AlBundy
20 Mar 2025, 16:44
Headlamps improvements

Last post by Alfredo « 18 Mar 2025, 18:32
Replies: 35
by Simon Baxter » 14 Feb 2025, 15:24
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A customer recently asked us is we had any headlamp relays kits to which the answer was no, too many variables for us but we do have all the...
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Last post by Alfredo
18 Mar 2025, 18:32
Early van / electrics, intermittent wiper relay?

Last post by Jay Goll « 15 Mar 2025, 23:13
Replies: 13
by bmouthboyo » 01 Aug 2018, 19:20

Hi Guys,

I have an early 83 van, originally a DG which has the old electrics with ceramic fuses etc.

Is it possible to easily upgrade the wipers so...

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Last post by Jay Goll
15 Mar 2025, 23:13
Decent New battery

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 13 Mar 2025, 14:40
Replies: 5
by Jay Goll » 05 Mar 2025, 14:37

Hi there,

does anyone have some good recommendations for a new main battery for T25 2.0 cu Aircooled.
I saw an old post back in 2018 for a bosch 065...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
13 Mar 2025, 14:40
Stereo adapter

Last post by Robsey « 10 Mar 2025, 19:31
Replies: 7
by AlBundy » 29 Nov 2024, 17:08

The car stereo was running the battery down, so I took it out. So far so good, but I would like to replace it with something newer, and obviously the...

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Last post by Robsey
10 Mar 2025, 19:31
No front indicator LH side

Last post by Rik « 07 Mar 2025, 18:08
Replies: 3
by jacko1967 » 06 Mar 2025, 14:23

Hi my front L H side indicator has stopped working I've checked the bulb and it's fine all the others work. the relay clicks fast as if the bulb is...

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Last post by Rik
07 Mar 2025, 18:08
Replacing blower fan without removing heater box

Last post by SyncroMatt « 04 Mar 2025, 18:24
Replies: 10
by SyncroMatt » 04 Mar 2025, 13:49

Is it possible/ Sensible?

I’m not inclined to remove the whole heater box at present and disconnect the heater matrix.

Is it feasible to open the...

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Last post by SyncroMatt
04 Mar 2025, 18:24
Clock, Door Interior Light, Stereo/CD Player Fault

Last post by ZsZ « 04 Mar 2025, 05:33
Replies: 26
by maxstu » 06 Jan 2025, 21:23
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Boy, did we have a deluge of stormy weather and rain here in Margate. Carried on from Saturday afternoon and all through Sunday until the wee hours,...
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Last post by ZsZ
04 Mar 2025, 05:33
Carb Relay DG1.9

Last post by maxstu « 03 Mar 2025, 10:56
Replies: 7
by maxstu » 28 Feb 2025, 20:32

The 40 amp relay number 1 in black box in engine bay has failed. It does not click when 12v is put on 87 and 30. Opened it up and can't find anything...

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Last post by maxstu
03 Mar 2025, 10:56
Intermittent starter motor

Last post by Burtybassett « 19 Feb 2025, 18:41
Replies: 4
by Welshclimber » 17 Feb 2025, 13:13

Hi all, I’m still having some issues with the starter motor clicking occasionally and not starting. I’ve replaced the spade connector, but noticed...

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Last post by Burtybassett
19 Feb 2025, 18:41
RGB led bulbs in cluster/dash

Last post by Italjohn « 05 Feb 2025, 13:08
Replies: 2
by Italjohn » 24 Jan 2025, 13:41

Hi guys.
Here is my new RGB led upgraded cluster/dash.
Controlled by and APP or a redio remote.
It is also music controlled, so it can act as a disco...

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Last post by Italjohn
05 Feb 2025, 13:08
1.9 DG distributor won't come off

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 05 Feb 2025, 09:18
Replies: 4
by Swordfish93 » 04 Feb 2025, 16:41

I am trying to remove my distributor off my 83 1.9dg but it won't come loose. I have removed both nuts for the clamp and made sure the engine is TDC...

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
05 Feb 2025, 09:18
distributor help

Last post by Che « 01 Feb 2025, 19:50
Replies: 9
by Che » 31 Jan 2025, 17:13

I think my distributor is causing starting issues on my 1.9DG.

When looking at it today, I noticed that the vacuum unit on the
dizzy is taped up!...

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Last post by Che
01 Feb 2025, 19:50
Coil

Last post by MarkHughes « 29 Jan 2025, 17:05
Replies: 5
by Freddievan » 27 Jan 2025, 14:17

I've had intermittent issues with ignition, which was traced to the coil connections. The connectors have been cleaned and tightened but the issue...

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Last post by MarkHughes
29 Jan 2025, 17:05
Interior light - galley

Last post by Freddievan « 27 Jan 2025, 19:09
Replies: 2
by Freddievan » 27 Jan 2025, 13:19

Hi

Shortly after I bought my van, around 11 years ago, my galley light (over the cooker) died. I replaced it with something that looked like the...

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Last post by Freddievan
27 Jan 2025, 19:09
RM212 Fridge - Electric Ignition not working

Last post by Alexlib « 25 Jan 2025, 18:26
Replies: 10
by kimmypw » 23 Jun 2020, 11:55

Hello, i have started experiencing issues with my RM212 3 way fridge.

The fridge is working fine on the mains, however the electric igniter switch...

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Last post by Alexlib
25 Jan 2025, 18:26
Engine doesnt stop when ignition ‘off’

Last post by Barybus « 21 Jan 2025, 22:23
Replies: 66
by 100leelee » 16 Jun 2019, 19:27
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Two questions in one really, well a statement then a question..
1.9dg 1986 lpg conversion

So, after having the dash out, I tidied up the po mess...
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Last post by Barybus
21 Jan 2025, 22:23
Sink water pump problem

Last post by dcworm57 « 21 Jan 2025, 14:51
Replies: 8
by Profscooter » 16 Sep 2017, 11:17

Hi all, first post here, I have recently acquired my first VW camper, a 1986 Auto-Sleeper high top T25, yes I know, only 31 years late to the party....

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Last post by dcworm57
21 Jan 2025, 14:51
Internal Charger for Leisure Battery

Last post by Oren Kipnis « 16 Jan 2025, 14:37
Replies: 7
by keynsham1 » 14 Jan 2025, 19:42

Currently I have no charger in by van for charging the leisure battery when using the EHU. I had a fancy CTek one but it failed and the replacement...

7 Replies

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Last post by Oren Kipnis
16 Jan 2025, 14:37
Light switch light

Last post by Rik « 01 Jan 2025, 14:24
Replies: 18
by clone123 » 03 Dec 2020, 14:16
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Hi just sorting all my lights on my dash my question is should the headlight switch have a light in it as I have no bulb holder or extra wires to go...
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Last post by Rik
01 Jan 2025, 14:24
Wiring caught fire

Last post by Robsey « 29 Dec 2024, 20:18
Replies: 19
by Camfrank99 » 05 Jun 2021, 18:39
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Hi guys I was recently passed down my dads t25 after he passed and he was still messing with it before he left, so today I got a new battery for it...
19 Replies

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Last post by Robsey
29 Dec 2024, 20:18
Cu 2.0 Alternator adaptation

Last post by Burtybassett « 27 Dec 2024, 11:08
Replies: 4
by Heaver » 23 Dec 2024, 18:58

Hi all,
Managed to snap a bolt on my 45amp alternator, and believe new replacements are impossible to find (ones that are any good).

Has anyone...

4 Replies

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Last post by Burtybassett
27 Dec 2024, 11:08
T 25 starter battery

Last post by Mocki « 14 Dec 2024, 16:04
Replies: 2
by pan-al » 14 Dec 2024, 10:46

Hi could anyone advise me on a suitable starter battery AH I would need for my 1900 dg engine.thanks .

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Last post by Mocki
14 Dec 2024, 16:04
Courtesy light extender

Last post by Stesaw « 10 Dec 2024, 18:34
Replies: 16
by 123-jn » 01 Jan 2015, 18:42
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I have just built a little circuit which works a treat. It allows the courtesy light to stay on and dim over about 10 seconds after the door closes....
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Last post by Stesaw
10 Dec 2024, 18:34
Faulty fuel gauge and rev counter

Last post by Oldiebut goodie « 10 Dec 2024, 15:36
Replies: 9
by PasQuYto » 30 Nov 2024, 21:40

Hello, i have recently bought myself a 1990 T3 1.6TD with a faulty rev counter and fuel gauge.
I am wondering what are the first things to check, i...

9 Replies

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Last post by Oldiebut goodie
10 Dec 2024, 15:36
After Market Head Unit

Last post by Che « 01 Dec 2024, 20:50
Replies: 18
by Che » 24 Nov 2024, 11:26
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Hi all,

Thinking of removing the stereo and fitting a head unit which has a touch screen and android auto capabilities.

Seen some on Amazon which...
18 Replies

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Last post by Che
01 Dec 2024, 20:50
Hazard lights blow fuses

Last post by R0B « 30 Nov 2024, 20:56
Replies: 3
by Mickybradshaw » 30 Nov 2024, 15:47

Hi all - I've reached head scratching time; 1983 1.6d van, indicators all work but no hazards - checked the fuse which had blown but when I replace...

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Last post by R0B
30 Nov 2024, 20:56
Engine running 12.5 volts = alternator not working?

Last post by keynsham1 « 29 Nov 2024, 10:47
Replies: 4
by AlBundy » 12 Oct 2024, 09:35

As per subject, the battery performance was poor, running down a lot more regularly than it should, and last week didn't start at all.

Removed...

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Last post by keynsham1
29 Nov 2024, 10:47
Running Cibie spotlights off leisure battery.

Last post by Stesaw « 27 Nov 2024, 18:06
Replies: 2
by Quzzy » 27 Nov 2024, 15:10

Ive got some dipping Cibies that I will run off relays linked to the original wiring for switching. However rather than run a large live all the way...

2 Replies

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Last post by Stesaw
27 Nov 2024, 18:06
Faulty bosch 0261200284 / vw 025906022d digifant i df1

Last post by davidoft1 « 20 Nov 2024, 13:12
Replies: 22
by crankythecamper » 24 Jul 2021, 17:03
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Hi All,

First time posting so hopefully I am doing this right!

I was just wondering if you could help me, I have a faulty ecu on my VW T25...
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Last post by davidoft1
20 Nov 2024, 13:12
Wouldn't start - Happy ending, some lessons learnt!

Last post by Piratepete « 11 Nov 2024, 23:16

by Piratepete » 11 Nov 2024, 23:16

Hi Guys. Had a good summer in Cybil with no problems at all (apart from wife locking us out once :D ). Always instant start.
Home on 26th Oct. Two...

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Last post by Piratepete
11 Nov 2024, 23:16
Dash Foil/PCB Options

Last post by TwinTurbo « 07 Nov 2024, 21:50
Replies: 32
by chrisevans » 07 Oct 2024, 10:52
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I have a late Diesel Engine Dash with Tacho. I managed to damage(cut) the track in a couple of places when replacing the regulator, trying to get the...
32 Replies

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Last post by TwinTurbo
07 Nov 2024, 21:50
axiliary water pump staying on

Last post by Oren Kipnis « 29 Oct 2024, 20:18
Replies: 3
by morganite » 29 Oct 2024, 17:18

Hi, 1.6 td, my axiliary water pump is staying on and running the battery down, is there a relay somewhere that should shut the water pump down once...

3 Replies

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Last post by Oren Kipnis
29 Oct 2024, 20:18
axiliary water pump staying on

Last post by morganite « 29 Oct 2024, 17:18

by morganite » 29 Oct 2024, 17:18

Hi, 1.6 td, my axiliary water pump is staying on and running the battery down, is there a relay somewhere that should shut the water pump down once...

0 Replies

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Last post by morganite
29 Oct 2024, 17:18
Switch wiring routing

Last post by chrisevans « 28 Oct 2024, 20:37

by chrisevans » 28 Oct 2024, 20:37

Couple more questions . What is the order for the right hand switches? The wires seem a little tight in which ever way I fit the blinker switch and...

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Last post by chrisevans
28 Oct 2024, 20:37
Swedish Syncro Doka - Fogs and Washer Pump

Last post by chrisevans « 24 Oct 2024, 15:07
Replies: 7
by chrisevans » 21 Oct 2024, 21:00

My Syncro Doka was from the frozen North(Sweden) so came with Day time running lights and washer pump for the head lights. There is a separate wiring...

7 Replies

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Last post by chrisevans
24 Oct 2024, 15:07
A bad alternator?

Last post by TwinTurbo « 23 Oct 2024, 06:26
Replies: 3
by willmagrath » 22 Oct 2024, 19:51

Hi all,

Van was fine, drove it 30 miles no issues and then has repeatedly started well whilst sat and we've been working on it.

We then left it...

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Last post by TwinTurbo
23 Oct 2024, 06:26
Wipers and Horn not working

Last post by Rik « 14 Oct 2024, 06:04
Replies: 7
by willmagrath » 01 Oct 2024, 08:47

Hi all,

New T25 and VW owner here. On friday I picked up a high top T25 in need of some work. Needs an MOT but the wipers and horn dont work....

7 Replies

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Last post by Rik
14 Oct 2024, 06:04
Charging/Alternator light on at 55mph!

Last post by TwinTurbo « 12 Oct 2024, 13:14
Replies: 8
by Che » 10 Oct 2024, 17:26

Hey,
So we have a Devon Eurovette (MY 85, registered 87) 1.9 DG with a four speed box.

So, while driving at 55mph and upwards, the...

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Last post by TwinTurbo
12 Oct 2024, 13:14
How to replace rubber boots behind rear light cluster

Last post by bessiebelle « 11 Oct 2024, 11:21
Replies: 2
by bessiebelle » 09 Oct 2024, 17:54

I'm trying to replace the rubber boots behind the rear light cluster

I can't figure out how to detach the connector from the light so I can slip the...

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Last post by bessiebelle
11 Oct 2024, 11:21
No Off Side Indicators On Hazard Switch.

Last post by maxstu « 10 Oct 2024, 21:25
Replies: 12
by maxstu » 07 Oct 2024, 16:42

Prepping camper No2 DG1.9 1987 for pending MOT.
All sound apart from hazard warning switch on dash triggers near side indicators only and not both...

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Last post by maxstu
10 Oct 2024, 21:25
Save me from useless t***s!

Last post by silverbullet « 10 Oct 2024, 15:01
Replies: 10
by Oldiebut goodie » 26 Sep 2024, 20:27

And they wonder why it doesn't work correctly.

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Last post by silverbullet
10 Oct 2024, 15:01
Charging phone from Leisure Battery

Last post by TONYT25T25 « 05 Oct 2024, 18:37
Replies: 10
by TONYT25T25 » 05 Oct 2024, 12:44

When I try to charge my mobile from the USB port in my solar Charge Controller with the Solar Panel connected, the voltage drops from around 13.5v to...

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Last post by TONYT25T25
05 Oct 2024, 18:37
Possible fuel pump connection issue

Last post by AdePinks « 03 Oct 2024, 04:05

by AdePinks » 03 Oct 2024, 04:05

Hi all bit of a novice. Had my 1986 T25 1.9DG Petrol. Drove 10 miles and suddenly lost power. RAC came and found the fuel pump wasn't working.. Then...

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03 Oct 2024, 04:05

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