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Need help - Radiator fans not working!?

Postby JSE » Sat May 27, 2006 2:19 pm

As title suggests...my radiator fans arn't spinning at all and I need help...what can i do or what could be the problem (im guessing its something to do with electricals).

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Postby Craig » Sat May 27, 2006 2:23 pm

Check the fuses and relays first. If they seem OK then try giving the fans direct power from the battery (or a closer or outside 12V source) to test if they are actually working when supplied with electricity.
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Postby StanTheMan » Sat May 27, 2006 2:52 pm

once you've done what craig suggested and found its the the fan that is bung ....MR Q is wrecking a 1.6 with some quality parts on it.
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Postby JSE » Sat May 27, 2006 5:08 pm

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Postby JSE » Mon May 29, 2006 11:45 am

Is it very important to get this fixed asap...and would the problem in some way be related to my power steering/pump as well? The fans have stopped and my power steer pump is making weird noises...all fuses are fine.
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Postby JSE » Mon May 29, 2006 12:13 pm

IM pretty sure my fans used to spin as soon as I turned the engine on or put the key into the ON position...however, ill check today after a long drive.
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Postby Garry » Mon May 29, 2006 12:17 pm

Unless your car has been modified the main fan will only come on when the coolant temperature gets to hot. The main fan and A/C fan also cycle on and off with the A/C compressor. Easiest way to check to see if the fans themselves are OK is to turn on the A/C with the engine running. The fans should start turning when the compressor clicks in.
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Postby sabretooth » Mon May 29, 2006 2:51 pm

What triggered you to check the fans, anyway?

First connect TFA and GNA in the diagnostic connector and see if the fan turns then. If it does then you probably have a problem with your thermoswitch.
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