Cooling fan not working?

2006 FORD FUSION
123,000 MILES • 3.0L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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RALPHCURTISJR
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Cooling fan doesn't come on with A/C and A/C clutch will not engage.
Aug 4, 2023 at 2:19 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

This could work either way. For example, the fan may not come on if the clutch doesn't engage which can be as simple as the AC needing to be charged.

Have you checked to see if the system needs to be charged? Take a look at this link. You may find it helpful.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-air-conditioner-not-working-or-is-weak

Next, I attached the wiring schematic for the radiator cooling fan. Check to make sure the fuse is good and confirm there is power to and from it.

Here is a link that you may find helpful:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-a-car-fuse

Start with this and let me know the results. If you look at pic 3 below, I highlighted the cooling fan fuse, compressor clutch fuse, and compressor clutch relay.

Here is a link that explains how to check a relay:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-an-electrical-relay-and-wiring-control-circuit

If there is a different relay in the box having the same part number, switch them to see if it makes a difference.

Take care,

Joe

See pics below.
Aug 4, 2023 at 10:20 PM
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