Two fans in front of car turn on and off when engine is idling?

2002 HONDA ACCORD
252,279 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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AVID LEARNER
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When I put my car in idle, the two fans in front of my car turn on for a few seconds then turn off, is this normal? I don't know a lot about cars, so I apologize in advance if this is a stupid question.
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May 17, 2023 at 2:42 PM
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This is normal radiator cooling fan operation, no worries. If the engine overheats then there is a problem.

Here is a guide that can help:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-an-overheating-engine

Please go over this guide and get back to us.

May 18, 2023 at 3:25 AM
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AVID LEARNER
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Okay, thank you!
May 18, 2023 at 3:59 AM
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Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.
May 19, 2023 at 5:02 AM
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