Engine fan not turning on until 226°F, sometimes it cools down, other times it goes up?

Tiny
EDDIE.ROCK
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  • 2019 DODGE CHARGER
  • 5.7L
  • V8
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 35,000 MILES
Hello, I own the car listed above r/t. My car has been recently overheating to 226°F then I hear the engine fan kick on. Sometimes it cools it back down to regular operating temperature at 200°F-220°F. Other times I have to pull over and shut off the car for it to cool back down. It's gotten up to 240°F. I got the coolant system checked; and the mechanic said the system was fine. Does anyone have any idea what it may be?
Friday, June 30th, 2023 AT 3:31 AM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

Does this ever happen while driving at highway speeds or is it limited to in-town stop and go traffic? Also, the vehicle can have either a single or dual radiator cooling fan design. Let me know which you have.

Let me know.

Joe
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Friday, June 30th, 2023 AT 10:29 PM
Tiny
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Stop and go usually and it's a dual radiator cooling fan.
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Sunday, July 2nd, 2023 AT 4:47 PM
Tiny
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Hi,

If it doesn't happen at highway speed, it has something to do with the cooling fans or something is restricting airflow.

Inspect the radiator to make sure it isn't blocked or dirty. If it's dirty, clean it with a garden hose.

Next, when you turn the A/C on, you should hear one of the fans turn on. Is that happening?

Let me know.

Joe
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Monday, July 3rd, 2023 AT 9:17 PM

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