Beck/Arnley Engine Cooling Fan Switch P/N:201-1784
Help your electric cooling fan switch on when the engine heats up with the Beck/Arnley Engine Cooling Fan Switch 201-1712. This thermo fan switch senses coolant temperature and turns the fan circuit on and off. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1994-1999 Volkswagen Jetta, 1994-1997 Volkswagen Passat and 1994-1999 Volkswagen Golf. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list and engine details.
Signs this switch may need replacing include a cooling fan that stays off as the engine warms up, a temperature gauge that climbs in slow traffic, or a fan that keeps running. A failed fan motor, relay, control module or wiring fault can cause the same symptoms, so confirm the cause before replacing the switch.
Interchange: E1858C · 1T1224 · 1H0959481B · 1H0959481C · TFS644 · 80254037087 · 8542 · TS305 · TS541 · TS541T · TX173 · SW1429
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What does a thermo fan switch do?
It senses engine coolant temperature and switches the electric cooling fan circuit on when the coolant gets hot. It switches the fan off again once the coolant cools down.
Is this the right 1994-1999 Volkswagen Golf switch?
It is listed for the 1994-1999 Volkswagen Golf, the 1994-1999 Volkswagen Jetta and the 1994-1997 Volkswagen Passat. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section to confirm your exact vehicle.
What are signs of a failing cooling fan switch?
Possible signs include a fan that doesn't turn on as the engine warms, a temperature gauge that rises in slow traffic, or a fan that never shuts off.
Should I test anything before replacing the switch?
Yes. Beck/Arnley recommends professional diagnostics, including checking the fan motor's current draw, the control module or relay, and the wiring and connectors, since those can cause similar symptoms.
Which part numbers does Beck/Arnley 201-1712 cross-reference?
It interchanges with numbers including 1H0959481B, 1H0959481C, TFS644, TS541 and SW1429. The full list is on the Interchange line in the description.
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