[T3] Cold start valve ???

[Daniel K. Du Vall]

Thanks Jim sorry about not including the page. 

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From: type3-vwtype3.org-bounces at lists.vwtype3.org [mailto:type3-vwtype3.org-bounces at lists.vwtype3.org] On Behalf Of Jim Adney
Sent: Saturday, March 29, 2014 1:41 AM
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Subject: Re: [T3] Cold start valve ???

On 29 Mar 2014 at 3:48, Daniel K. Du Vall wrote:

> Hello I have a question about the function of the Cold Start Valve.
> Is it normally open or closed without power? Also is it prone to sticking open if it is normally closed?
> I am asking because I am trying to find a vacuum leak in my MS3 system of which is not using this but it is in place without a fuel line or wiring.
> I am planning on doing some leak testing this weekend and Just wanted to see how this device works.

With no power, it should be closed. They are not prone to sticking open, and even if one did, the amount of air that could get in would be insignificant, even with the fuel line disconnected.

> It is item 8 in this link:
> http://www.vwtype3.org/literature/clymer/service/Clymer.1972.07.pdf

In illustration 1: 8 is a cylinder injector. The CSV is 15

In illustration 31: 8 is the CSV

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