Audi / Volkswagen 3 Pin Thermal Fan Switch / Temp Sensor 251959481H
OEM Part #: 251-959-481-H (251959481H)
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Specifications
| Fits Vehicle Model | A8, EuroVan, S8, Vanagon |
| Fits Vehicle Make | Audi, Volkswagen |
| OEM Part No | 251-959-481-H (251959481H) |
| Compatible OEM Part No | 251-959-481-G, 251-959-481-J, 251-959-481-B, 251-959-481-C, 251-959-481-D, 251-959-481-E, 251-959-481-F, 251-959-481-K |
| Category | Radiator / Coolant |
Compatible Vehicles
Fits 28 vehicle configurations across 2 makes, 1986-2002.
Check your specific vehicle before ordering.
This list shows year, make, and model. Some years have multiple trims or
engines that use different parts, and individual listings may have
additional fitment notes (e.g. “with sunroof only”). Review
the full variant list below, or
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and we’ll confirm the match.
View all 28 vehicle configurations — 1 with fitment note
| Year | Make | Model | Trim | Engine | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Audi | A8 | Sedan | 3.7L V8 | |
| 1997 | Audi | A8 | Quattro Sedan | 4.2L V8 | |
| 1998 | Audi | A8 | Sedan | 3.7L V8 | |
| 1998 | Audi | A8 | Quattro Sedan | 4.2L V8 | |
| 1999 | Audi | A8 | Sedan | 3.7L V8 | |
| 1999 | Audi | A8 | Quattro Sedan | 4.2L V8 | |
| 2000 | Audi | A8 | Quattro Sedan | 4.2L V8 | |
| 2000 | Audi | A8 | Quattro L Sedan | 4.2L V8 | |
| 2001 | Audi | A8 | Quattro Sedan | 4.2L V8 | |
| 2001 | Audi | A8 | Quattro L Sedan | 4.2L V8 | |
| 2001 | Audi | S8 | Sedan | 4.2L V8 | |
| 2002 | Audi | A8 | Quattro Sedan | 4.2L V8 | |
| 2002 | Audi | A8 | Quattro L Sedan | 4.2L V8 | |
| 2002 | Audi | S8 | Sedan | 4.2L V8 | |
| 1986 | Volkswagen | Vanagon | Van Camper | 2.1L | |
| 1986 | Volkswagen | Vanagon | Van | 2.1L | |
| 1986 | Volkswagen | Vanagon | L Van | 2.1L | |
| 1987 | Volkswagen | Vanagon | Van Camper | 2.1L | |
| 1987 | Volkswagen | Vanagon | Van | 2.1L | |
| 1988 | Volkswagen | Vanagon | Van Camper | 2.1L | |
| 1988 | Volkswagen | Vanagon | Van | 2.1L | |
| 1989 | Volkswagen | Vanagon | Van Camper | 2.1L | |
| 1989 | Volkswagen | Vanagon | Van | 2.1L | |
| 1990 | Volkswagen | Vanagon | Van | 2.1L | |
| 1990 | Volkswagen | Vanagon | Van Camper | 2.1L | |
| 1991 | Volkswagen | Vanagon | Van | 2.1L | |
| 1991 | Volkswagen | Vanagon | Van Camper | 2.1L | |
| 1993 | Volkswagen | EuroVan | Van | 2.5L l5 | For Vehicles Where Last 6 Digits of VIN Number are Less Than 250000 |