1996 BMW 318 Cooling fan doesnt come on and car is overheat

1996 BMW 318
88,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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SHIRLGIRL
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Replaced radiator and took thermostat out but the fan isnt coming on when idling or after turning the car off. The water in the radiator doesnt look like its circulating
Feb 24, 2008 at 7:15 AM
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LEGITIMATE007
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have your engine coolant temperature sensor tested for faultiness
Feb 24, 2008 at 9:19 AM
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MERLIN2021
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Put a thermostat back in! Your engine may not be reaching correct operating temperatures....A new one will do fine!
Feb 24, 2008 at 9:32 AM
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