1996 Buick Skylark engine fan

1996 BUICK SKYLARK
139,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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RJDSWINTER
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my engine fan only comes on when my air conditioning is on. when i shut off the ac the engine fan shuts off also. the fan wont turn back on until i turn the ac back on. How do i get the engine fan to turn on when the car gets warm?
Jul 11, 2010 at 3:23 AM
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MERLIN2021
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Go to your local Buick dealer and buy an updated ECT, this will calibrate the gauge, so overheat and hot gauge will start the cooling fan. Fan should start at 217-223 degrees measured at the sensor or thermostat housing.
Jul 11, 2010 at 3:28 AM
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