Where is the fan relay on a 1999 Dodge Caravan?
The solid state fan relay is attached to the left frame rail near the lower radiator support.
How do I know if my cooling fan relay is bad?
Bad Cooling Fan Relay Symptoms
- The engine runs hot or overheats.
- The cooling fans don’t work.
- The cooling fans keep running.
- Warning lights.
- Poor air conditioning performance.
- Swapping Relays.
- Measuring the Relay Coil’s Resistance.
- Listening for Noises.
Where is the relay for cooling fan?
The cooling fan relay is normally located in either the underhood fuse and relay center or mounted to the electric fan assembly behind the radiator.
What causes a fan relay to burn out?
The following causes are probable. If overvoltage is applied to the coil, the coil’s insulating film will be destroyed, and short-circuiting will cause high temperature. The color of the coil will change, and the resin around the coil will melt.
Is there a fuse for radiator fan?
A radiator fan is necessary to keep your car cool. The fuses inside of the radiator fan must be in good working order to make sure that the engine is able to stay cool. Without these components your car overheats. Over time this could create damage that is irreversible.
How do you test a radiator fan?
Determine whether your radiator fan is manual or electric. To check an electric radiator fan, start the car and let it get up to the temperature where the fan normally kicks on. Use the volt meter to test if there is power to the wires. Normal voltage for a radiator fan is around 12 volts.
How can you tell if a relay fuse is blown?
How do I know if my starter relay fuse is blown? Symptoms of a failing starter relay include problems starting the vehicle, the starter staying on after the engine is cranked, and a clicking noise coming from the starter. Vehicle does not start.