what is the average operating temp of this car? also, at what temp do the fans turn on

Asked by dirtrunner Sep 02, 2008 at 05:24 PM about the 1997 Volkswagen Jetta

Question type: General

i seem to be running hot yet have not seen the fans turn on. what temp is the fan switch set for? And, what is the average operating temp of the Jetta? mine is running about 195 or so.

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Most engines water cooled engines run at about 90 c (195 f). The fan should cut in at about 100 - 110.. I had a 98 Passatt and that ran at a constant 90 so I would imagine that you're Jetta is the same.

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your fans turn on when your thermostat opens, which is anywhere between 180 f to 215 f

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if your fans are not turning on it may be a temperature switch located on the side of the radiator move the connector around while its running to make sure there is not a bad connection otherwise you could replace it its a fairly cheap part

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if you jump the terminals 1-2 low fan speed should occur jump 1-3 high fan speed should occur if this works replace thermo switch on the radiator

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Mine runs around 190 , normal but lately it's been going up to 230 to260 I usually shut it down at 200 to 240 and when I rev up the motor it goes back down to 190

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My Volkswagen Jetta 2018 temperature is 190 is that normal

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Im in palm springs and fans always on even after my gti is turned off then they shut down after five minutes. Is that normal?

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