Hi,

Lately it has been relatively hot (mid 90s), and I have been driving my 83 300D between 80-160 miles per day. What I have noticed is that when it is over 90, and Im driving on the interstate at 65-75 mph with ac on and the fan on low, my temperature creeps up to 100 and sits there. if it is below 90 or so, it will sit at around 90.
I dont like it so high when driving, and have had past problems with the aux fan. It seems to sieze up and then cause the fuse to blow. On a few occasions I have forced it free, replaced the fuse, and then gone on with life for some time, only for it to sieze up again and when I have my hood open and check, I find a blown fuse.

I would liek to know how difficult it is to replace the aux fan. since everything else related to it works fine, it should be no problem, except that I am somewhat unsure of the wiring for the fan. I can trace it down to the drivers side of the radiator, and then feel that it is connected to something, but I cannot get to it or see it. Before I go spending $180 for the fan, and go screwing something up, Id like to know what is involved with the wiring, and if its possible to attach a new one without taking off parts on the front to get to the connections.

Also, since I was mad that my fan was screwed up and decided to mess around with it and trace the wires, I mistakingly didnt put the screws for the fuse box cover back on, and closed the lid between the black relay box above the drivers wheelwell and the hood. Now I have two small upward dents in my hood. Not too noticable, but I notice them, and my car had no dents at all previously. Is there anything I could try to get them out? pushing on them didnt work, but Im afraid to take a small hammer or anything to them without a little instruction first.

Thanks for your help.

JMH