Radiator Cooling Fan Control System Check: Troubleshooting
WARNING:
The radiator cooling fan can come on whenever the ignition switch is in the "ON" position. This electric fan starts automatically anytime the ECT sensor senses a coolant temperature higher than a predetermined level even when the engine is not running.
When the ignition switch is in the ON position, be sure to keep hands, tools, clothing, and other items away from the radiator cooling fan and drive belt.
When the ignition switch is in the ON position, be sure to keep hands, tools, clothing, and other items away from the radiator cooling fan and drive belt.
NOTE:
- For details about engine cooling fan operation, refer to COOLING FAN DESCRIPTION .
- Before beginning troubleshooting, be sure to read PRECAUTIONS FOR ECM CIRCUIT INSPECTION .
- When measuring circuit voltage, resistance and/or pulse signal of ECM, connect the special tool between ECM and ECM connectors. Refer to ECM POWER AND GROUND CIRCUIT CHECK .
| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DTC Check
Is there DTC(s)? |
Go to applicable DTC flow and recheck. | Go to Step 2. |
| 2 | Radiator cooling fan low mode control check
Is it in good condition? |
Go to Step 3. | Go to Step 6. |
| 3 | Radiator cooling fan mid and high mode control check
Is it in good condition? |
Radiator cooling fan control system is in good condition. | Go to Step 4. |
| 4 | Radiator cooling fan relay No. 2 power supply circuit (switch side) check
Is it 10 - 14 V? |
Go to Step 5. | Repair or replace radiator cooling fan relay No. 2 power supply circuit (switch side). |
| 5 | Radiator cooling fan relay No. 3 ground circuit check
Is resistance 3O or less? |
Go to Step 6. | Repair or replace radiator cooling fan relay No. 3 ground circuit. |
| 6 | Radiator cooling fan relay No. 1 power supply circuit (switch side) check
Is it 10 - 14 V? |
Go to Step 7. | Repair or replace radiator cooling fan relay No. 1 power supply circuit (switch side). |
| 7 | Radiator cooling fan relay No. 1, No. 2 and No. 3 check
Is it in good condition? |
Go to Step 8. | Replace faulty radiator cooling fan relay. |
| 8 | Main fan motor drive circuit check
Are they in good condition? |
Go to Step 9. | Repair or replace main fan motor drive circuit. |
| 9 | Radiator cooling fan relay No. 3 power supply circuit (switch side) check
Is it in good condition? |
Go to Step 10. | Repair or replace radiator cooling fan relay No. 3 power supply circuit (switch side). |
| 10 | Sub fan motor drive circuit check
Is it in good condition? |
Go to Step 11. | Repair or replace sub fan motor drive circuit. |
| 11 | Sub fan motor ground circuit check
Is resistance 3Ω or less? |
Go to Step 12. | Repair or replace sub fan motor ground circuit. |
| 12 | Main fan motor and sub fan motor check
Is it in good condition? |
Substitute a known-good ECM and recheck. | Replace main fan motor or sub fan motor. Refer to Radiator Cooling Fan Assembly Removal and Installation . |