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Overheating engine radiator fan

Volkswagen Golf 1996 Golf mk3 1.6  141900 miles
I drive golf mk3 1.6L '96 model I would drive short distances and my car radiator fan stays on longer than expected I return from my short trip park my car and radiator fan would stay running for long period not normal... Coolant level in reservoir bottle hardly seems to drop temp gauge sometimes leans slightly over 90 degree. Could there be blockage somewhere in cooling system? Should I flush... Another issue I recently had hot water pipe replaced but now seem to have Hot air blowing into cabin even when heater switch is in off position...i tried using car heater but it doesn't seems to blow hot air into cabin cool air only
Psytrix from South Africa a year ago  
PS
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Bruce from United States a year ago
If the radiator fan is staying on longer than expected and the engine is overheating, it could be a problem with the cooling system or a malfunctioning component.
Here are a few things you can try:

Check the radiator. A radiator that is clogged or damaged can cause the engine to overheat. You can check the radiator by looking for any visible damage or debris and by checking the coolant level.
Check the thermostat. The thermostat is responsible for regulating the flow of coolant to the engine. If the thermostat is stuck open or closed, it can cause the engine to overheat.
Check the radiator fan. If the radiator fan is not functioning properly, it can cause the engine to overheat. You can check the radiator fan by turning the ignition on and observing the fan to see if it is spinning.
Check the water pump. The water pump is responsible for circulating the coolant through the engine. If the water pump is not functioning properly, it can cause the engine to overheat.
As for the issue with the heating system, if hot air is blowing into the cabin even when the heater switch is in the off position, it could be a problem with the heating system or a malfunctioning component.
Check the heater control valve. The heater control valve is responsible for regulating the flow of hot coolant to the heater core. If the heater control valve is stuck open or closed, it can cause hot air to be blown into the cabin even when the heater switch is off.
Check the heater core. The heater core is responsible for heating the air that is blown into the cabin. If the heater core is clogged or damaged, it can cause hot air to be blown into the cabin even when the heater switch is off.
Check the blower motor. The blower motor is responsible for blowing air into the cabin. If the blower motor is not functioning properly, it can cause hot air to be blown into the cabin even when the heater switch is off.
If you are unable to identify the source of the problem or if the issue persists after checking these components, I recommend having a mechanic diagnose and repair the issue to ensure that the problem is properly addressed and the vehicle is safe to drive.
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Overheating

Volkswagen Golf 2010 1.6 TDI  321687 miles
Had the water pump/ timing belt thermostat coolant temperature sensors two of them done coolant flush out two times and three garage to look at it and it's still overheating can you please help if you can
Joe 6684 from Ireland 4 years ago  
JO
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Larry from United States 7 months ago
Changed the water pump and still no flow
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Vw overheating

Volkswagen Golf 2006 vw golf 1400 hatchback 90000 miles
My vw golf 1400 drives lovely but recently it suddenly overheats. Anybody have any idea why as there seems no reason ???
mary from United Kingdom 6 years ago  
MA
3 reports 

Suddenly stalled SolvedSolved

Volkswagen Golf 1999  200000 miles
Yesterday night, I was returning home when suddenly, when driving over a speed hump, the car stalled. I checked it and discovered there was no spark sent from the coil to the distributor. Today, it was hard to start the engine but finally did. Can it be that the coil overheated? Or what else can it be?
lizabeth from United States 9 years ago  
LI
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Vannie from United States 8 years ago
Hello, it might be that the vehicle is overheating. May be when you drived over the speed hump, some connection from the ignition system was moved, so I recommend you to check that all the connections and wires are alright. As your car overheated, exceeding the normal temperature, the sensor reported this to the computer and blocks the starting. It is logical that there is no spark then because it will only be present when the engine temperature is the right one. In the other case, like yours, the vehicle protects itself from exceeded parameters. So, you should check the temperature sensor because it might be failing or with a poor contact. Check as well the crankshaft and camshaft sensors, and finally verify if your coil is worn or failing. If you need to replace it, I suggest buying a Bosch one. Hope I can help you with my comment and if your car gets better, comment it as well on the forum so that we keep providing solutions. Good luck!
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Starting when cold SolvedSolved

Volkswagen Golf 1994  260000 miles
In the morning, it is hard to start the engine and, once it does, the speedometer or cluster blinks. I have read that, in most of the cases, the problem is in the coil, but it can as well be in the fuel pump. Apart from that, the car overheats and starts whenever it wants. It is driving me crazy, I need your help please.
BIAS from United States 9 years ago  
BI
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Vannie from United States 9 years ago
Everything has it logic and you are saying that, when cold, it is hard to start the engine and, when it warms up, everything is alright. Then, it has to be that the temperature sensor is failing or has a bad contact. You can as well try replacing your coil with one that is exactly the same model as your and checking if it is the coil that is causing the problem. Good luck and I hope you can find the solution. If you do, please comment it so that we keep helping others.
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Mac from United States 9 years ago
Hello, I had a Golf GL 96 and had your same symptoms. They were finally solved when both the TPS sensor and the coil were replaced. The engine stabilized and the fuel consumption was considerably reduced.
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Waterpump and tensin belt

Volkswagen Golf 1997 AAA ENGINE 100900 miles
The car overheats at start
BALO from South Africa 2 years ago  
BA
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