Try checking the cooling fan sensor to ensure it engages the fan. The fans should be turning very fast
90 degrees Celsius
The coolant reservoir on the MK3 jetta is located against the firewall. It is a small round reservoir.
When mine flashes it means that the coolant level is low.
i hope - Supply point to the Cricuit is shorted to gnd
start by check your coolant level. Otherwise it could be temp sensor or fan not coming on to cool car.
Define 1997 Jetta: GL, GT, TDI, GLS or GLX model?
Hello, I have been trying to track this down as well, seeing as how i dont have a manual for my Jetta. I belive this light either indicates low temperature of the coolant or low level of the coolant. I hopefully will be able to find a whole list of what all these lights mean at some point in time. If i can find it i will returen and post.
Just lets you know the outside temperature is below 40 degrees! This is a warning as some bridges and overpasses can actually become icy at that temperature.
located on the left side of the engine right behind the distributor and is held in place by a clip it is black and the fan temperature switch is white easily changed just makesure engine is cool as coolant will leak out good luck 2 minute repair
When operating properly, the cooling fan stays on until the temperature drops to normal.
There is no coolant cap. You add through the expansion chamber (opaque bubble to the left of motor.)
The recommended antifreeze/coolant for a 2001 VW Jetta is what is referred to as "G12" ... (actual Pentosin brand part # is G001200), which is a pinkish/violet (reddish) colored formula. It is phosphate and silicate-free.