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Reply #15January 17, 2008, 07:45:54 am

STurner

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« Reply #15 on: January 17, 2008, 07:45:54 am »
Quote from: "Jetta Fan"
That cable just unplugs from the heater element and if you pop it off and take it to a parts store they should be able to get you a new cord. On my car, you can see the plug from underneath, but have to reach down from above to unplug it...not as bad as it sounds.


I was able to unplug the cable by reaching down behind the exhaust manifold. I've got an old extension cord I can splice onto the old one. I plan on trying that out before I go out and buy another cord, I'm on a student budget so a new cord or block heater will be my last option.
-1997 Golf AAZ-

Reply #16January 17, 2008, 09:33:36 am

Jetta Fan

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« Reply #16 on: January 17, 2008, 09:33:36 am »
I know all about the tight budget bit....all too well.  :wink:

Make sure you solder the splice and use good heat shrink. Black tape (electrical tape) will work, but heat shrink is better.
1997 Jetta 1.9TD AAZ

Reply #17January 17, 2008, 02:25:48 pm

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« Reply #17 on: January 17, 2008, 02:25:48 pm »
The solder, splicing and heat shrink are on the menu.
-1997 Golf AAZ-