Joker Ace
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Ok-today I went out to the 2006 TDI only to find that my blower motor only worked on high (4). I read in the forums that the resistor pack is messed up. pn 1K0 959 263A. I priced this in several places with the cheapest being IDparts.com at 39.95 plus shipping. While searching I ended up at the VWVortex.com and found this post: http://forums.vwvortex.com/showthread.php?2665283 . Interesting idea that the thermal fuze is the only thing that might be blown. I did not have any noise from the motor itself so I figured it was worth the effort and $2. I tested the thermal fuze and it showed as open when unplugged so it seemed logical. I ran over to RadioShack (across the street even though their selection is not very good anymore). The thermal fuze showed (had to look with a light and magnifying glass) 240C. RS had a 226C and I figured a little less is safer (we'll see how it works over time) Part # 270-1321. Soldered it up using rosin core to clean the surface first and then soldered it on. Total time about 5 minutes. Plugged it in and it worked perfectly. This may not be everyone's solution but for $1.94 with tax it sure was worth the try before spending $50. Besides if it blows again I might need a motor but I can replace the thermal fuze again for another $2 and use the $50 toward the motor. Try it before you give in to buying a new one. The original parts are better to keep in my opinion and that means I still have OEM that has worked for a few years now.
FYI-this is not an advanced repair-any novice can do it if they have a soldering iron.
Info-this is non climate control and a MK5 but it should work on any Jetta or other VW with a thermal fuse.
FYI-this is not an advanced repair-any novice can do it if they have a soldering iron.
Info-this is non climate control and a MK5 but it should work on any Jetta or other VW with a thermal fuse.