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MarkWard
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VW used that controller plug for quite a few years in the VW rabbits from 81 to 84 I believe. Some had the connector, 49 state, with no controller, others had the controller Ca. models? Might find one in the junk yard. Probably used on other CIS E models too.
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vw4life
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You inspired me to check out the pins. I took the female side and a jewelers screwdriver, pushed pin together to make the hole a tighter fit and seems ok!
Why I was intent on the plug and not an easy fix like this for so long, I suppose my brain thought replacement was the right step but the samba always has another way! |
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IdahoDoug
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Yeah, I hear you. Since you are seeking a connector, you are also probably not the type to jury rig things, but it may well be the way to go. OTOH, a well thought out jury rig can be weatherproof and last decades, ya know?
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vw4life
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Good point Doug.
It would be nice to get the right part, cut and splice 3 wires and call it a day. Haven't messed with the pins yet hoping I would find the harness end |
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IdahoDoug
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I'd double check that the metal contacts are properly clamping together inside the plastic connector because if it's THAT sensitive then you may have a female end bent open. Then I'd fix it and be tempted to use rescue tape, or silicone glue to provide a firm mechanical mount and call it good if the connector is that unobtainable.
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vw4life
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Yeah it's part of the main harness. I had a pm to sell the whole harness but somebody has to have cut the harness taking the module out.
The van has stalled a few times when this plug wiggles loose. Kinda scary to lose all power on the 405 and try to get over to the shoulder.
I thought about some silicon to hold it in but really want to find it and splice it in. I had a zip tie securing it but still moves and the van konked
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the joker
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I believe that is part of the wiring harness
FWIW mines mess up like yours stills works |
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vw4life
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| Posted: Fri Oct 17, 2014 3:37 pm Post subject: Anyone have this harness connector? |
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84 westy 1.9. Need the plug for the isle control module.
Can't seem to find a used one, new is obsolete.
Help!
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