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Four Seasons 36512 Engine Cooling Fan Switch
| Brand | Four Seasons 36512 |
|---|---|
| Connector Color | White |
| Connector Gender | Female |
| Connector Shape | Rectangular |
| Description | Switch-Temp /Radiator Mount |
| Fan Open/Closed | Open |
| Fitting Gender | Male |
| Fitting Thread | M22x1.500 |
| Fitting Thread Size | M22 x 1.50 |
| Function | temperature switch |
| Meets / Exceeds OEM? | YES |
| Mnt Sys Loc | Engine Mounted |
| Style | Temperature |
| Temperature Off | 194 |
| Temperature On | 203 |
| Terminal Pin Qty. | 2 |
| Terminal Quantity | 2 |
| Type | Temperature |
| Product line | Temperature Switch |
| Fits | Volkswagen and Audi · 66 vehicles |
OE direct replacement. Meets or exceeds OEM requirements for dependable cooling control.
Temperature switch. Opens at 194 and closes at 203 for precise fan control.
Engine-mounted design. White rectangular connector with 2 terminals and M22 x 1.50 threads.
Cross-references Four Seasons 36512, Monroe Shocks & Struts 801962 and URO 191959481 for the same application. See all 18.
Engine Cooling Fan Switch for Volkswagen and Audi
Four Seasons Temperature Switch 36512 is an engine cooling fan switch for radiator-mounted applications. It uses a white rectangular female connector with 2 terminals and an M22 x 1.50 male thread for a direct-fit style replacement on select Volkswagen and Audi models.
With an open fan setting and temperature control at 194°F off and 203°F on, this switch helps regulate radiator fan operation in vehicles such as the Volkswagen Jetta, Golf, Passat, Fox, Quantum, Cabriolet, Vanagon, and Audi 4000 applications. Four Seasons 36512 meets or exceeds OEM requirements.
Key Features
- Four Seasons Temperature Switch, part number 36512
- Radiator-mounted engine cooling fan switch
- White rectangular female connector
- 2-terminal design with M22 x 1.50 male thread
- Open fan configuration
- Temperature on at 203°F and off at 194°F
- Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
Product Details
Four Seasons 36512 is a temperature switch used to control radiator fan engagement based on coolant temperature. The switch is built for engine-mounted, radiator-mounted cooling system locations and is listed for a wide range of Volkswagen and Audi fitments, including 1980s and 1990s Volkswagen Jetta, Golf, Passat, Fox, Quantum, Cabriolet, and Vanagon models, plus Audi 4000, 4000 Quattro, Coupe, and 5000 Quattro applications. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 801962 for the same application.
What This Part Helps Address
- Radiator fan not switching on at the correct temperature
- Cooling fan cycling at the wrong time
- Overheating caused by inaccurate fan control
- Fault codes or drivability concerns tied to a failed temperature switch
- Restoring proper cooling fan operation on Volkswagen and Audi vehicles
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the connector style, terminal count, and M22 x 1.50 thread before installation. This switch is listed for radiator-mounted applications, so confirm the mounting location and temperature range match the original part. For fitment-based searches, this part is commonly used on 1980-1997 Volkswagen Jetta, 1985-1994 Volkswagen Golf, and select Audi 4000 cooling system applications.
Quality Assurance
Four Seasons lists this temperature switch as meeting or exceeding OEM requirements, supporting OE-style replacement quality for the specified applications.
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | — | N/A | 2 Blade Terminal; Temperature Switch |
| 1996 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | — | N/A | 2 Blade Terminal; Temperature Switch |
| 1995 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | — | N/A | 2 Blade Terminal; Temperature Switch |
| 1994 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1994 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1994 | Volkswagen | Passat | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1993 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1993 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1993 | Volkswagen | Passat | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1992 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1992 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1992 | Volkswagen | Passat | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1991 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1991 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1990 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1990 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1990 | Volkswagen | Passat | — | — | — | N/A | Located in Radiator; 2 Blade Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1989 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1989 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | — | N/A | 2 Blade Terminal; Temperature Switch |
| 1988 | Volkswagen | Fox | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1988 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1988 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | 1.6L | L4 | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1988 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | 1.8L | L4 | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1988 | Volkswagen | Quantum | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1987 | Audi | 4000 | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted Engine Cooling Fan Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1987 | Audi | 4000 Quattro | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted Engine Cooling Fan Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1987 | Audi | Coupe | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted Engine Cooling Fan Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1987 | Volkswagen | Fox | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1987 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | 1.6L | L4 | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1987 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | 1.8L | L4 | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1987 | Volkswagen | Quantum | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1986 | Audi | 4000 | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted Engine Cooling Fan Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1986 | Audi | 4000 Quattro | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted Engine Cooling Fan Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1986 | Audi | 5000 Quattro | AWD | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted Engine Cooling Fan Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1986 | Audi | Coupe | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted Engine Cooling Fan Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1986 | Volkswagen | Cabriolet | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1986 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | 1.6L | L4 | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1986 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | 1.6L | L4 | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1986 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | 1.8L | L4 | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; 95 Deg. C- 90 Deg. C; Temperature Switch |
| 1986 | Volkswagen | Quantum | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1985 | Audi | 4000 | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted Engine Cooling Fan Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1985 | Audi | 4000 Quattro | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted Engine Cooling Fan Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1985 | Audi | Coupe | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted Engine Cooling Fan Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1985 | Volkswagen | Cabriolet | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1985 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | 1.8L | L4 | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1985 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | 1.8L | L4 | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; 95 Deg. C- 90 Deg. C; Temperature Switch |
| 1985 | Volkswagen | Quantum | — | 2.2L | L5 | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1985 | Volkswagen | Quantum | — | 1.8L | L4 | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1985 | Volkswagen | Vanagon | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1984 | Audi | 4000 | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted Engine Cooling Fan Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1984 | Audi | 4000 Quattro | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted Engine Cooling Fan Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1984 | Audi | Coupe | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted Engine Cooling Fan Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1984 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | — | N/A | 2 Blade Terminal; Temperature Switch |
| 1984 | Volkswagen | Quantum | — | 2.2L | L5 | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1984 | Volkswagen | Quantum | — | 1.8L | L4 | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1984 | Volkswagen | Vanagon | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1983 | Audi | Coupe | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted Engine Cooling Fan Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1983 | Volkswagen | Quantum | — | 2.2L | L5 | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1983 | Volkswagen | Quantum | — | 1.7L | L4 | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1983 | Volkswagen | Vanagon | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1982 | Audi | Coupe | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted Engine Cooling Fan Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1982 | Volkswagen | Quantum | — | 1.7L | L4 | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1982 | Volkswagen | Vanagon | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted; 2 Term.; Temperature Switch |
| 1981 | Audi | Coupe | — | — | — | N/A | Radiator Mounted Engine Cooling Fan Switch; Temperature Switch |
| 1981 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | — | N/A | Temperature Switch |
| 1980 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | — | N/A | Temperature Switch |
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