Where is the fuse box on a 98-10 beetle?
LOOK HERE! Very common to the MKIV platform is the fuse box located on top of the battery. This includes 98-10 Beetle, 99-06Golf, 99-05 GTI/GLI/Jetta/Bora. The fuse as shown in the picture normally does NOT fail but the fuse box under it does.
Why is my a / C not working on my Jetta?
This includes 98-10 Beetle, 99-06Golf, 99-05 GTI/GLI/Jetta/Bora. The fuse as shown in the picture normally does NOT fail but the fuse box under it does. It melts and this particular part sends power to the cooling fan thermal switch AND the Fan control module. The fan module also sends power to the a/c compressor.
Can you control the AC with a pressure switch?
It becomes difficult to sit in an automobile with a bad or faulty AC system. One might face trouble while turning the ON due to a faulty switch. The AC runs perfectly, but you cannot control it with the button. AC systems in vehicles run with a pressure switch.
Are there any heaters that work on a Volkswagen kombis?
It’s argued that they are a crude example of a heater, but when installed and operating correctly, they are very effective! I used to be a skeptic and never invested time in making sure my heaters work. Now I ensure all my VWs have working heaters. Heater Boxes are often the same in Kombis, providing they are running a Type 1 Engine.
What happens to the fans when the engine gets too hot?
Both fans always work in tandem. The resistor pack inside the fans will burn out and the fans will stop working on low speed but will still work on high speed when the engine gets too warm. The a/c button turns the fans on LOW only, and the fans will still work on high if the engine temperature gets too hot, above 107C actually, or 224F.
What are the symptoms of a bad cooling fan relay?
1. Engine running hot One of the first symptoms commonly associated with a bad or failing cooling fan relay is an engine that runs hot or overheats. If you notice that your engine is running at higher temperatures than normal, that may be a sign that the relay is not functioning properly.
How does the cooling fan relay work on a car?
The cooling fan relay is the relay that controls the engine’s cooling fans. When the correct parameters are met, a temperature switch or the computer will activate the relay, which will allow power to the fans. The relay will usually be activated once it is detected that the vehicle’s temperature…