Many thanks, 1993 T4 2.4 D had both fans inoperative, found the two fuses had fractured rather than burnt out. Both fans were free and easy to turn. The fractures were easy to miss, as they still looked intact, so worth unscrewing them. Like the idea of 30 Amp fuses, found AES Electrical supply these for pennys.

Thanks for going through this. After watching your video to get me primed for a good look over mine I've discovered that my fans don't switch on and the fuse has been replaced with hard-wiring which could be a sign of previous issues - and I'm sure they can carry plenty more than 50A - but the fans still spin luckily. Gotta have a crack at checking the thermoswitch thingo next - your video has got me off to a great start.

@vwt4camperconversionclub741

Жыл бұрын

I'm glad to hear that as it can easily start a fire if there is no fuse protection on the supply cable , replacement fans are best from Lithuania if you can get them 👍

Excellent video! 👍

Great video... Ordered fuses from your (affiliate) link, and I'm going to have another good look at the relay switches too.

Thanks for sharing ....helped !!

Brilliant, saves me a lot of time and guess work. 👍

@vwt4camperconversionclub741

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

Great advice

thank you man, u save my time a lot ;)

@vwt4camperconversionclub741

4 жыл бұрын

No problem glad to help. Take care 🤘

Cheers, it was the sender and the fuse on my T4

@vwt4camperconversionclub741

5 жыл бұрын

Your very welcome. Thank you for taking the time comment.

Really useful!!! Thanks mate!!!

@vwt4camperconversionclub741

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment, if it helped one other person it was worth it for me, anything specific that anyone would like me to look into I am more than happy to help . Thanks

@ozrollers2924

5 жыл бұрын

@@vwt4camperconversionclub741 Personally i need the site where you take the switcher, because i found only 2 pin switch or 3 pin but not hte same look. thanks

@vwt4camperconversionclub741

5 жыл бұрын

@@ozrollers2924 Hi if it's the link for the switch you need its www.eurocarparts.com/ecp/c/Volkswagen_Transporter_1.9_1998/p/car-parts/car-cooling-parts-and-car-heating/cooling/car-switch-and-car-sensor/?223440100&1&8f209380b4c7f7c3badeded7877eb29747bdc004&000529&type=shopping&gclid=Cj0KCQjwtr_mBRDeARIsALfBZA7_MKFXZJbh0sTyDAsIj7skFx4QHWeReG7ix88UGGcxaHLbqsOyK7YaArwxEALw_wcB

Had a similar problem where fan seized then wires to fan melted before both fuses blew. Disconnected fan to get home and it's winter so no problem with temperature. Currently about to remove fan to replace and have to replace whole of wiring harness as well. 30A idea is probably very good as I wish mine had blown sooner.

@vwt4camperconversionclub741

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your time to comment, I'm glad its helped as it sounds like you were very close to something much worse happening, but changing the fuse will definitely help prevent future problems. I have a fully working radiator fan available for you if you need one you can contact me at Droe_888@outlook.com.

@makjames1714

4 жыл бұрын

Now have removed both fans. One seized and on the other although still turning the shroud had failed so the louvres were permanently stuck closed and then the retaining ring fell apart so that one needs replacing as well. hey ho

I'm not sure if my fans have ever come on. Not in the last 10 years. perhaps before that i can't remember. 2.5tdi it did get hot once when i was late to setup at a wedding up above Verbier, the other day i changed the temp sensor in the rad but still no fans. Will check fuses then relays i guess. Some great info here. I'm going to go out after this and bridge that lower right connection the 3 pin plug to the other 2 to see if the relays and fans work.

Thanks for the info. I’m just wondering how the louver on the back open and close. I’m planning on replacing my fan motors and wonder if I should replace the whole assembly with the louvers Thanks again

@vwt4camperconversionclub741

11 ай бұрын

Hi , thank you im glad the video was of help. The louvers on the back I always assumed they opened automatically but mine didn't, I opened mine manually from the top of the unit using the slider with the spring attached, this helped the air flow when the fans kicked in.

Have overheating issue with an early model t25 replace thermo/switch thermostat/ temp gauge sender, Rad Fan still doesn’t kick inn , needle gauge on dash is on high position any Advice please

@vwt4camperconversionclub741

Жыл бұрын

Hi , not very familiar with the model but if you have a basic electrical tester that will test continuity ( cables are continuous with no breaks or damage ) most issues I've had can be found using the Multimeter. Testing to ground ( good clean bate metal work of the body or engine ) and + to the fan connection then work back from there until you find the 12V supply.circuit diagrams can be found in the Haynes manual for your specific model and are usually straight forward to follow. I hope this has helped and anything else you would like to ask me please feel free I will help where I can , if you require my email address for direct contact that's no problem at all.

Nice video, nice to see someone with the same channel idea as mine, and the same van, 1.9td. can you put the link to the 30amp fuses in the description, very good advice by the way, i bought some 50 amps which i keep in the van, after they blew, but i will downgrade to the 30amp now.

@vwt4camperconversionclub741

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment I will look you up and add you on KZread I look forward to seeing your videos , I have not had chance to make another video or edit yet as I'm currently travelling spain in the t4 , I will add the link asap, take care and I wish you all the best.

Hi my fuse blue and one of the fans went on fire other one nothing not working the switch I have no connection for it just 3 wires with plugs any help would be appreciated thanks

Thanks for this video, were just trying to work out if our van has the two speed fans? we have a 97 t4 1.9td. ABL engine. we are currently looking at our fans and cooling. What engine is your van?

@vwt4camperconversionclub741

3 жыл бұрын

1.9TD 800 special , Hi if you link the switch to thermostatic switch as its facing you the bottom right pin is live permanent the other 2 are the speeds if you link them one at a time with a piece of cable you should hear a huge difference in fan speed. thank you.

Don't you know please which fuse controls left fan? Top or bottom?

top stuff, just about to change the fan switch, i have a seized fan i believe so excellent tip there. i think ill remove it. did you replace or repair fan? recommend disconnect seized fan before driving?

@vwt4camperconversionclub741

5 жыл бұрын

Hi thank you always glad to help, i would disconnect the seized fan as I assume the other is okay it will work fine with just the one running, I had the same thing I managed to find a complete fan on Ebay that matched the serial number on my existing unit, I had to change the whole unit as the fixings holding the fan motor in place were corroded, my advise would be to remove the unit asap and assess the condition, plus it's now just extra weight and every penny saved on diesel is always a win. Also I would add that i am currently running my T4 on one fan as I'm awaiting a replacement for a second seized unit, seems to be a common problem. Thanks again I hope that's clear for you and take care.

My van has the same problem. I tested the wire and the fans work. Where can I buy one from

@vwt4camperconversionclub741

Жыл бұрын

Euro car parts are mu usual supplier as you can input your number plate to guarantee the correct fitment.

Hi There! is that sensor a quick swap over?, I'm going to swap mine out, but there seems to be some coolant behind it. I'm not sure about undoing it in case a waterfall of fluid pours out lol

@vwt4camperconversionclub741

2 жыл бұрын

Hi , the coolant will need draining to a point that is lower than the plug itself first or yes it will be everywhere lol , easy to remove once drained off. Good luck 👍

@LordFlashheart1

Жыл бұрын

Replace new one super quick once removing the other, only a bit of coolant will drop out. Literally just done mine 👍🏽

I wish people would put which engine they are working on in the description or title,, hang on, he says it's a 1.9 right at the beginning. At least we got it, most of the info is still the same for a 2.5 tdi. BTW. Some of this info is generic but i think fuse location is different. OMG I just came back from the driveway. fuse 19 i think was blown. This gives the permanent + on that 3 pin plug. I've been in the south of france with this 2.5 tdi for 15 years. i live in the mountains i've taken it to the north of norway and south of spain i rag it everywhere and i load it heavy with equipment. The fans have never worked as long as i can remember. I even put cardboard over the rad in the winter like the taxis used to. LOL this thing is built like a brick shit house. PS. when i'm looking at the 3 pin socket (plug) on the end of the cable the bottom right is perm+ and when i connect to top pin both fans spin up on slow. didn't try the other one yet, i'm going back out to check that's a perm+. Yea it was permanent + obviously. So that the fans can run even after the engine has been switched off. It's going to be so crazy to see how often they should have been coming on, i changed the sensor last week but hadn't seen the fans come on yet but not they will. 600K trip tomorrow and oil alarm keeps beeping as of recent times, new pressure switch, the correct one but no luck, oil and filter changed and thicker oil, still no luck, goes off after 2000rpm usually. Wish me luck. At least i got fans now. That makes me feel so much better. Thanks for the tips. and here is the infill.

Where did you get a new fan from?

@vwt4camperconversionclub741

4 жыл бұрын

Ebay , Lithuania , Cost £65 they are hard to find but if you do get the chance buy the front pair it is advisable as you can sell one for the price I paid for 2 in the uk.

@chrisandlauraritchie7998

4 жыл бұрын

@@vwt4camperconversionclub741 did it come as a complete unit?

@vwt4camperconversionclub741

4 жыл бұрын

@@chrisandlauraritchie7998 yes with the 3 bolt mount included , it is hard to replace the motor of the fan as the mounting bolts rust badly. But the other 3 bolts as shown to mount are usually fine.

I've got exactly the same problem but it's blown the head gasket 😭

@thomasofficial1981

3 жыл бұрын

My one as well blow the head gasket now u get it fixed? I found bars leak gasket liquid sealer fix £40 i try put into the collant maybe seals.