Date:         Tue, 17 Jun 2003 09:09:47 -0400
Reply-To:     Kevin Curry <kevin@IDRAW.COM>
Sender:       Vanagon Mailing List <vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com>
From:         Kevin Curry <kevin@IDRAW.COM>
Subject:      Radiator fan dead?

I hoping someone here will be able to shine some light on this
situation.

A while back, may radiator fan ('87 Syncro w/ac) stopped working at
low speed and the high speed would come on sitting in traffic or while
city driving. Now high speed does not come on either. I've done the
test of jumping the connectors at the sender unit and all I get is a
clicking coming from behind the fuse box. I have replaced the resistor
behind the driver's headlight and still nothing.

How can I test to see if the fan itself is working...can I run power
directly to it to establish wether or not it functions before I start looking
for problems elsewhere? (I'm not too experienced with automotive
electronics, so take it easy on me). There also seems to be some
confusion from people I've spoken with as to which relay controls this
fan.

Any and all help is appreciated. This fan is EXPENSIVE to replace
($700+ at dealer and $400 aftermarket!!!).

Thanks!

Kevin
'87 Syncro Westy
(trying to stay cool)