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I believe air is supplied to the valve behind the kick panel and sent on to the fan clutch. There are two air lines coming to that solinoid. I believe the larger line is the supply. When it dumps, pressure is released from this solenoid valve behind the panel.
No, I searched parts houses all over town. I ended up buying a used solenoid from suprman. He actually sold me a double solenoid unit, so I now have additional spare parts. PM me if you can't find what you need.
Thanks! I did completely disassemble the solenoid and clean/lube. The biggest problem is that I broke the smaller air line fitting (supplying the fan) upon reinstallation. Even buying a new solenoid, I would have to switch my fittings to the new one. At this point I've emailed Will (suprman) and...
Well, the temp switch checks out. I pulled off the solenoid and did a disassemble with clean and lube. When I reinstalled there was a constant air leak at the bottom port. I don't think my solenoid is working properly. So, today, I took it back out and accidentally broke off the small air...
This is great information. My fan is always locked. I'm hoping a few percussion impacts on the clutch will release it as NDT describes in his thread. If not, I will start troubleshooting the electrical switch and air solenoid as done by tnmogger.
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