AC clutch not engaging and radiator fans not blowing

2000 Jetta ALH Auto. Last night I wanted to see why my AC wanst working. With the key on the radiator fans wouldn't come on and the clutch wouldnt engage. I hardwired the clutch to the battery and it will click on but I couldn't figure out how to power the fans. Fuse 16 read 5-6 volts. I pulled the AC gauges out and I was low on charge but not out. Does the car detect this and not engage the clutch or radiator fans? Thanks in advance. -Max

To power the fans:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S77LFqhIhFE

Inspect the fuse block on top of the battery. Look for any signs of high heat.

Maxg1850n said:

I pulled the AC gauges out and I was low on charge but not out. Does the car detect this and not engage the clutch or radiator fans? Thanks in advance. -Max

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Yes, the A/C system has a high/low pressure switch. If the system is too low on freon, it will prevent the system from activating.

I had same issue with radiator fans, maybe my old post will help you solve your problem.


http://forums.tdiclub.com/showthread.php?t=488657