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Need help - Radiator fans not working!?
Posted: Sat May 27, 2006 2:19 pm
by JSE
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).
thanks in advance
Posted: Sat May 27, 2006 2:23 pm
by Craig
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.
Posted: Sat May 27, 2006 2:52 pm
by StanTheMan
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.
Posted: Sat May 27, 2006 5:08 pm
by JSE
Cheers
Posted: Mon May 29, 2006 11:45 am
by JSE
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.
Posted: Mon May 29, 2006 12:13 pm
by JSE
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.
Posted: Mon May 29, 2006 12:17 pm
by Garry
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.
Posted: Mon May 29, 2006 2:51 pm
by sabretooth
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.