Campervan man

Hi I have good news I’m back on … I tried the advice onecal gave us ie reconnect unit after checking power available to unit ,at this point unit still dead ….. hold power on button together with program button unit comes back to life ,didn’t get as far as holding twilight button. Unit now showing all functions and the connection for the gas is operative . This was a positive result and I am very grateful to you all for your input hopefully this thread sits here and can help others with unnecessary expense. Lawrence .

Hi Brian conversion 4 years old , have spoken to my converters and they suggested unit replacement …. Cost of unit £165 but can’t find a supplier that will accommodate that request.. vehicle left for 1 month approx with flat batteries so it’s a given that the unit is exhausted I will pursue the possibility of a reset with some more research on Google ,thank you for info L

Thank you Derek , I must admit what you say makes sense ie replace the whole lot. I’m a fair distance from my conversion company and was trying to resolve this with a quick replacement but after much searching for either repair solution or unit replacement which I can undertake myself I suppose it’s time to think about professional replacement. Just one loose end though mention of an internal battery that when the leisure batteries are completely discharged becomes exhausted ( internal battery). Is it rechargeable? and the mystery usb port . Thanks again L

Thank you Derek , I must admit what you say makes sense ie replace the whole lot. I’m a fair distance from my conversion company and was trying to resolve this with a quick replacement but after much searching for either repair solution or unit replacement which I can undertake myself I suppose it’s time to think about professional replacement. Just one loose end though mention of an internal battery that when the leisure batteries are completely discharged becomes exhausted ( internal battery). Is it rechargeable? and the mystery usb port . Thanks again L

Thank you Keithl I’m not too good with electronics but my garage did a quick test with a multi meter and there appears to be power up to the control unit , have also checked fuses and they are ok. My main issue is I am unable to use the gas as this is controlled through the control unit, ie no power up to the gas switch that also tells me how much is in the cylinder fitted under the van . Thanks for comments L

Thanks Labby but I have checked with them £281 and only sell complete kit . Lawrence

Hi I have a VW Transporter 5.1 with a control unit that is dead after a complete drain down of power ( interior light left on for long period) I have disconnected and individually charged both leisure batteries but after reconnecting it will not display .prior to reading your post on setting the clock I see it has an internal battery can this be recharged . I have been in contact with various electronic repair people (apuljackelectronics ) but they say they do nor repair. Tried to buy a new unit but am only being offer kits probes fuse boxes etc big money . Any suggestions please welcome , I also se on the back of the unit a connector for usb ?? Regards Lawrence