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Steve Geist Posted on Jun 08, 2016
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The primary radiator fan does not come on.

The secondary fan only kicks in when engine temp is elevated. both fan motors have been checked and both operate properly when powered up.

  • Steve Geist
    Steve Geist Jun 08, 2016

    The fuse and relay in the U/H electrical center have been checked to be in good condition. I will next check the Powertrain Control Module if I am able to locate it. Can you assist me in the location of the PCM?

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Check Maxi fuse #3 60 amp in the under hood electrical center #1 .This is power for the #1 cooling fan . Also check the #1 fan control relay in the same under hood electrical center .
These vehicles use 2 360 mm (14.2 in) cooling fans to aid air flow through the radiator. Electric motors drive the cooling fans. These motors are attached to the radiator. Motor size varies with each engine option.
A coolant temperature switch activates the fan motors. This switch regulates voltage to the cooling fan relay. This switch operates the fan whenever the engine coolant temperature exceeds 110°C (230°F). For location and diagnosis, refer to Electrical Diagnosis. A transducer can also activate the circuit, depending on the A/C compressor head pressure going to the condenser.
The engine cooling fan relays provide the high current required for the cooling fan motors using a low current signal coming from the Powertrain Control Module (PCM). This signal is a function of various inputs.
Refer to Electrical Diagnosis for further information and diagnosis of the cooling fan relay.
Electrical Center #1, Underhood (U/H)
RH side of the engine compartment, forward of the strut tower

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