Why will my radiator fan not turn on? When I turn on the A/C it overheats and the fans do not turn on.
Wednesday, June 1st, 2011 AT 6:34 PM
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DOCFIXIT
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Maybe faulty temperature sensor, relay or fan motor. Come on with AC? Do you have a volt meter and some understanding of electronics?
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Wednesday, June 1st, 2011 AT 7:00 PM
SISCO707
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No I do not, but I can probably get one. And no I am not very good on electrical. I bought a cooling fan relay for $5.00 but it will not be available until tomorrow. Am I on the right track?
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Wednesday, June 1st, 2011 AT 7:09 PM
DOCFIXIT
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Relay possible. However, for both fans not working not likely there are three fan relays.
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Wednesday, June 1st, 2011 AT 7:18 PM
SISCO707
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So should I buy all three? Are they all the same?
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Wednesday, June 1st, 2011 AT 7:27 PM
WRENCHTECH
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Here is the wiring diagram to help fix the problem:
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Wednesday, June 1st, 2011 AT 9:54 PM
WRENCHTECH
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I would really be surprised if what you're getting even fits the car. 2 out of 3 of these relays are 5 wire relays and not your generic style. It's a 2 speed system so if you have a bad relay somewhere, chances are you'd have at least one speed working. Check all your fuses carefully and that's about as far as you'll be able to go yourself.
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Wednesday, June 1st, 2011 AT 10:29 PM
SISCO707
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Okay, thank you.
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Wednesday, June 1st, 2011 AT 10:43 PM
KEN L
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Hey SISCO707,
I found a better wiring diagram for you. it looks like the problem could be one of the relays or one of the two fuses. make sure you check them all.