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Subject:Re: Radiator fan
From:vw_van_fan_Mark
Date:Sun, 6 Sep 2020 08:32:08 -0700

Easy test is wait for it to happen again and this time unplug the 3 pin
connector from the rad temp switch and see if the fan stops.

In my experience it is slightly more likely to be the A/C system causing
the fan to continue. The main A/C relay can stick on.

Mark

Robert Clemmer wrote:
> 91Tintop GL  2.1 automatic.  All original.
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> Well, my car finally gave me something to do.  When returning from running
> errands yesterday the low speed fan would not shut off.  I resorted to
> disconnecting the battery to shut it off and save the battery from deep
> discharge.
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> Anyone want to weigh in on the most like culprit.  My guess is the
> temperature switch on the radiator.
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> Thanks in advance
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> Bob Clemmer
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