Where is the cooling fan relay located?
The cooling fan control module in your vehicle is located at the front left of the engine compartment next to the radiator.
When should engine fan run?
To check the temperature at which the fan comes on, turn the A/C off and keep the engine running until it reaches normal operating temperature. Most fans should come on when the coolant reaches about 200 to 230 degrees. If the fan does not come on, something in the control circuit is defective.
Are both cooling fans supposed to run?
Both radiator fans should always run when the AC compressor is engaged. Both radiator fans should always run when the coolant temperature sensor in the bottom tank of the radiator reaches about 212*F.
Is a cooling fan the same as a radiator fan?
The cooling fans are mounted on the radiator and work to pull air through the radiator fans to keep the engine cool, especially during idle and low speeds, where air flow through the radiator is significantly less than at road speeds.
Why do some cars have 2 fans?
On many vehicles, there may be two fans: a main cooling fan for the radiator, and a second fan for the condenser. If one or both fans fail to come on, the lack of additional cooling provided by the fan may cause poor A/C cooling performance, and it may cause the A/C compressor to overheat and fail.
What is the fan in front of the radiator?
The radiator fan is found between the engine and the radiator, although some radiator fans are found at the front or anterior part of the radiator. Electric fans are found in the front part of the radiator and are also referred to as “pusher fans”. These pusher fans receive the air which comes through the grille area.
Which is better push or pull radiator fan?
Electrical fans can either push air through the radiator or pull air through it. A pusher fan sits in front of the radiator. When a vehicle is moving, a pusher fan can obstruct airflow due to its positioning in front of the radiator. Puller fans provide more cooling capacity than pusher fans.
Can you drive without a radiator fan?
Yes, you can drive your car without a radiator fan, but you never should. Your vehicle’s cooling system is crucial to its performance, and every time your engine overheats, you cause damage.