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Radiator fan running when engine cold

Discussion in 'Problems, Fixes, Tips...' started by Nedryerson, Nov 11, 2018.

  1. Nedryerson

    Nedryerson Copenworld Regular

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    Copenistas,

    As you can see my cooling fan is running when the engine hasn't warmed up.
    It could be the sensor but i couldn't be that lucky. Probably the head gasket.
    Mind you, the temperature gauge is rock solid on 90 degrees.
    Anyone know where I could get a sensor and where it is located on engine ?

    Ned
     
    Nedryerson, Nov 11, 2018
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  2. BarnsleyRob

    BarnsleyRob Copenworld Veteran

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    Switch the a/c off and then see what it’s like.
     
    BarnsleyRob, Nov 11, 2018
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  3. Nedryerson

    Nedryerson Copenworld Regular

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    The fault happens when the A/C is off. errrrr ........... I think

    I'll check,

    Ned
     
    Nedryerson, Nov 12, 2018
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  4. Nedryerson

    Nedryerson Copenworld Regular

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    Wine or Chocolates ? Your'e a genius.

    Whats the rational behind running the fan when the A?C is on do you think?

    Ned
     
    Nedryerson, Nov 12, 2018
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  5. AFR0N1

    AFR0N1 Copenworld Regular

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    Could it be something to do with the heater core as that blows hot air from the hot coolant into the cabin?
     
    AFR0N1, Nov 12, 2018
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  6. Salieri

    Salieri Copenworld Veteran

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    there is something called a condenser which sits right in front of the radiator. It needs to be cooled in order to provide cold air for the AC. Thats why the fan is running :D
     
    Salieri, Nov 12, 2018
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  7. BarnsleyRob

    BarnsleyRob Copenworld Veteran

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    :clap::clap::clap:
    What @Salieri said.
     
    BarnsleyRob, Nov 12, 2018
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