DIY Project: How to Install a Manual Engine Fan Switch in Your Semi-Truck

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 27 ก.ค. 2020
  • #enginefan #switch #overheating
    On this video I will show how I installed a manual fan switch in my truck.
    In the extreme heat I like to turn it on any my discretion.
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  • @CashisKingtrucking
    @CashisKingtrucking 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Good stuff. I'm really surprised more trucks don't come with fan switches these days

  • @ProMainMan
    @ProMainMan ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mine was staying on. A/C over charged. I added some to tue system and found out later it was a chip bag blocking the return. Just having the single little gauge I didn’t know the accuracy plus head pressure so I over charged it. Just let some out until the suction line was cold and bam!! Air con working and fan is off.
    Awesome video thank you!

  • @classictruckpete7809
    @classictruckpete7809 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you very much. Once again you're videos have been very helpful to me

  • @alonsoguerrero7210
    @alonsoguerrero7210 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Just did this install by watching this video using the same switch from fleet pride total cost $65.00 and that's because quarter inch air line was sold to me in bulk for about $15.00 if not it would've been cheaper.🤟

  • @lr937
    @lr937 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! Thanks for sharing

  • @ItalianStallion1415
    @ItalianStallion1415 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    On a modern International (if you have access to the dealer software) all you have to do is order a switch, plug the switch into any blank slot where the other switches go, and change a parameter in the body control software. All done!

    • @johncasey2398
      @johncasey2398 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      you can do the same with freighliner. very easy.

  • @kelp1779
    @kelp1779 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great idea!

  • @israeltornero263
    @israeltornero263 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really helpful I'm about to do the same!, thank you

  • @ajdinherak3510
    @ajdinherak3510 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Did mine today thanks !

  • @BIGDOGS05
    @BIGDOGS05 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yeah, that's pretty good and cool .always excellent videos

    • @DIYSEMI
      @DIYSEMI  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks

  • @mariosrodriguez9532
    @mariosrodriguez9532 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks mam. I'll do that to my volvo next week

  • @LauraBruno33
    @LauraBruno33 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    AWESOME JOB YOU DID. 👍

    • @DIYSEMI
      @DIYSEMI  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks

    • @LauraBruno33
      @LauraBruno33 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DIYSEMI Your welcome

  • @danielgetahune302
    @danielgetahune302 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Sir, you saved me

  • @davidheaton9466
    @davidheaton9466 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Made it look easy....

  • @Inferlogist
    @Inferlogist 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the video , very important switch , I would like to activate my dash button on cascadia 126 with Cummins but I don't know how ...

  • @andersonmontoya4969
    @andersonmontoya4969 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video took me less than 30 minutes to finish

  • @kalisterkalister5925
    @kalisterkalister5925 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for your video. I am going to install fan switch on my freightliner columbia. Where did you buy parts?

  • @PaulMcLove
    @PaulMcLove 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Super 👍😉😀

  • @edwardv9518
    @edwardv9518 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey man thanks for the help with the repair videos I had a question about your orange Columbia that’s a glider are you able to run paper logs on that since it has the 12.7 pre emission in it or how does that work? Thanks if you could make a video on gliders that would be cool thanks again for your help

  • @DIYSEMI
    @DIYSEMI  3 ปีที่แล้ว

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  • @jbaby215
    @jbaby215 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Well nice intro song

  • @estebansanjuanmartinez
    @estebansanjuanmartinez 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Excelente

  • @bandolerotruckn6784
    @bandolerotruckn6784 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey man good vid. What’s the reason someone would add this !? Benefits!?

  • @Acts238Church
    @Acts238Church 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good vid, thnx

    • @DIYSEMI
      @DIYSEMI  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      You bet

  • @shanedavis3507
    @shanedavis3507 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You should do a video on how you installed manual dump switch

    • @DIYSEMI
      @DIYSEMI  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ok, will get to it.

  • @phayakoot1
    @phayakoot1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Sir I want to say Thanks you so much. God bless you

  • @Acts238Church
    @Acts238Church 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    👍👍👍

  • @bledarjoka1795
    @bledarjoka1795 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    where did you get the toggle switch, can you please share the link or part number? Thanks for your videos, a very educating channel for new truckers.

    • @DIYSEMI
      @DIYSEMI  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      got it at fleet pride, don't remember the part number

  • @andersonmontoya4969
    @andersonmontoya4969 ปีที่แล้ว

    Which line on the solenoide do connect to the one going to fan clutch or the other line

  • @tshaunscales525
    @tshaunscales525 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How did you install the airbag switch?

  • @yahzai66.22
    @yahzai66.22 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video… I’m installing mine soon but how do I know when to turn my fan on …. And then when to turn it off ?? THANK U!!

    • @mikekahl4745
      @mikekahl4745 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Watch your temperature gauge.

  • @josephsmalls3068
    @josephsmalls3068 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is the line in the one that runs from the cutch fan.? And where do the line out goes?

  • @zTheANTOS
    @zTheANTOS หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I wonder if this set up would work on 2006 isx15?

  • @VideoByPatrick
    @VideoByPatrick 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a 2004 FL M2 106 & fan spins freely, even at 210f, does the '04 FL supply 12v to solenoid to turnON fan or turn OFF fan ? Could I mount simply dash switch to control 12v to solenoid instead of messing with air lines ?

    • @DIYSEMI
      @DIYSEMI  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      No... Never defeat the solenoid . You should never make it so u can turn it off manually. Only on or auto. Disabling it is a bad idea

    • @VideoByPatrick
      @VideoByPatrick 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DIYSEMI Thanks, manual On or AUTO never manual OFF. Im hoping local Detroit-Allsion can install such a manual switch.

  • @02blackLightning
    @02blackLightning 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Can you list which swich you used in the cab? A link would be great! Thanks

    • @DIYSEMI
      @DIYSEMI  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      petetruckparts.com/product/air-toggle-self-lock-lines-ba14500/?network=g&device=c&keyword=&campaign=2065798695&adgroup=pla-295567198246&gclid=CjwKCAjw3riIBhAwEiwAzD3TiStG4btMPXiAf6qdlG7tlsS_QDMdSgP7V0AuNUyMyVfpE1pXVH-6xxoC2AUQAvD_BwE

  • @abdiqanigoodad7802
    @abdiqanigoodad7802 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My fan is going to be on only when am driving and stays on till I stop I did everything one side of my hood is way off is that has to do with anything

  • @danielrista1613
    @danielrista1613 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi.when my truck is in high rpm and I turn on the fan with the switch is making noise same as yours like I hear. Is that normal????

    • @DIYSEMI
      @DIYSEMI  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Squeal?

  • @Acts238Church
    @Acts238Church 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    👋👋👋

  • @mikekahl4745
    @mikekahl4745 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Could you just put wires and a 12v switch to the temperature sensor?

    • @DIYSEMI
      @DIYSEMI  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Several ways you could do it. This is the way I prefer.

  • @aleksoroz974
    @aleksoroz974 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    where did you buy that air switch

    • @DIYSEMI
      @DIYSEMI  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      My local fleet pride store

  • @NoahBoah
    @NoahBoah 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can this be a temporary fix till I figure out why my new and installed solenoid is not working?

    • @DIYSEMI
      @DIYSEMI  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      maybe.... but dont ever disable the fan.... make sure you can turn it on

  • @fabianregalado2048
    @fabianregalado2048 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I just did this to my truck but I was wondering wouldn’t the switch be blocking the airway for the Fan clutch to turn on ?!

    • @DIYSEMI
      @DIYSEMI  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not if you do it right. It will be an on/ auto switch rather than on/off

    • @fabianregalado2048
      @fabianregalado2048 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@DIYSEMI am I suppose to splice the inlet or outlet ?

  • @titoperaza1
    @titoperaza1 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hey thanks for vide
    Those this process works to turn off fan ? My is on all the time ?

    • @DIYSEMI
      @DIYSEMI  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You should never disable the fan. You need to find the problem and fix it. I have a video on that

    • @titoperaza1
      @titoperaza1 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@DIYSEMI yea I agree
      I saw the video and did most of it but still stuck on on
      Replace all sensors,solenoid,I haven’t Done the A/C high pressure measurements yet
      Someone said it can be ECM Igor a 12.7 Detroit

    • @DIYSEMI
      @DIYSEMI  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      yes, maybe time to put a computer on it

    • @williamtizta09
      @williamtizta09 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have a peterbilt 357 and my fan won’t turn on automatically and the temp is too high like 215 and nothing I have to turn on manually 😢

  • @mileswatkins2162
    @mileswatkins2162 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What are issue of driving with it on I think I did a trip with it on

    • @DIYSEMI
      @DIYSEMI  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No issue other than it uses alot of power and more fuel

  • @asmoov
    @asmoov 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Parts or part# would have been great

  • @efrenfranco6683
    @efrenfranco6683 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excuse my stupid question.
    So this installation means that you no longer will depend on the solenoid to kick in when needed and there for you will need to watch it all time, correct

    • @DIYSEMI
      @DIYSEMI  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      No sir...it will still be automatic...however you will be able to turn it on anytime you want rather than waiting for the truck to do it.
      Some trucks come with this switch factory installed. We are just adding it to a truck that doesn't have it.

    • @ahmedismail5671
      @ahmedismail5671 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah, that is what he meant for installing this fan manual switch .

  • @robertramos1190
    @robertramos1190 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don’t get it its an airline switch ? Which solenoid and how would you know where to splice the right line ?

    • @DIYSEMI
      @DIYSEMI  ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes it's an airline switch. I show you how to hook it up in the video

  • @nba3512
    @nba3512 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Where would you recommend to go look at glider trucks?

    • @DIYSEMI
      @DIYSEMI  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      There is a place in Glasgow KY that sells new ones. I personally don't recommend fitgerald. There is a dealer in the Midwest called Harrison....they are good

    • @nba3512
      @nba3512 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@DIYSEMI why wouldn't you recommend Fitzgerald? What state is that Harrison dealer located in?

    • @DIYSEMI
      @DIYSEMI  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@nba3512 there have been some issues with their engine builds. Harrison has locations in the Midwest

    • @nba3512
      @nba3512 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@DIYSEMI i will check it. You should make a video talking about glider trucks

  • @billpowell6634
    @billpowell6634 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How did you install the dump valve?

    • @DIYSEMI
      @DIYSEMI  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Need a new leveling valve, air line, and a switch

    • @billpowell6634
      @billpowell6634 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      ?

    • @DIYSEMI
      @DIYSEMI  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Installed a new suspension leveling valve with a dump. Ran air line to the dash. Connected it to a switch

  • @abdulganifarah1320
    @abdulganifarah1320 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    MAN, CAN I BUY THAT TRUCK FROM YOU? I know it's pretty reliable

  • @jamolepley9340
    @jamolepley9340 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So how is the fan gonna kick on with the a/c.....

    • @DIYSEMI
      @DIYSEMI  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It will function exactly like it did before with the switch off. When you flip the switch it locks it on....its not an on/off switch....it's an on/auto switch.

    • @jamolepley9340
      @jamolepley9340 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      10-4 that is easy way to solve this issue for shur. Thanks for the info sir!

  • @Eldientesdechivo
    @Eldientesdechivo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Could of saved the time and just tap a switched ground into the fan control module behind the coolant reservoir.

    • @DIYSEMI
      @DIYSEMI  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Seems like the same amount of work, either it's wire or air line and a switch.

  • @markrob9752
    @markrob9752 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I did the steps as followed fan didnt kick on

  • @Teeg60
    @Teeg60 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Is there anything that can be harmed by manually doing it too much?

    • @DIYSEMI
      @DIYSEMI  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Fan on all the time will cause lower fuel mileage. But no different than if the truck turns it on

  • @jhnsls978
    @jhnsls978 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Why not just wire the toggle to ground to opperate the fan ?

    • @DIYSEMI
      @DIYSEMI  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      it should never be set up to where you can disable it all together. mine makes it on or automatic. not on or off.

    • @jhnsls978
      @jhnsls978 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@DIYSEMI thanks for reply recently had fan going non stop replaced solenoid,ac switches,then mechanic told me it was the ecm sent it to ecm repair they said nouthing was wrong with it plugged it back in everything worked correctly a week long ordeal .guessing I had a bad connection on the ecm only thing I can figure.

  • @skid3339
    @skid3339 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Why would you want to do it in the first place ?

    • @DIYSEMI
      @DIYSEMI  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      So I can turn the fan on if I should need to