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 coolingfan engages when jake is used.

kelly70
Joined: 3/12/2009
Location: Didsbury, AB
Posts: 1

coolingfan engages when jake is used.
Posted: Fri Mar 13, 2009 8:28:52 PM

Hi, I have a new to me 1999  379pete c12cat with fuller15 speed. The fan clutch engages whenever the jakebrake is in use.My question is, is this normal ,if not what might be the cause. Thanks.  Great fourm by the way ,Iam glad I found it.

freightbroker@verizon.net
Joined: 1/23/2006
Location: Phelan, CA
Posts: 215

  

RE:coolingfan engages when jake is used.
Posted: Mon Apr 13, 2009 8:39:25 PM

  

My fan always came on when the jake was activated also. I think it's normal.

ltlsarge1
Joined: 5/24/2009
Location: la plata, MD
Posts: 1

    

RE:coolingfan engages when jake is used.
Posted: Sun May 24, 2009 1:31:03 PM

    

it's an option in the computer.... the fan gives you extra hold back power.... like an extra stage of Jakes.



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