See 100 other super simple car repairs you can do on your own and avoid a trip to the shop.
Car fan motor repair.
The blower motor resistor assembly is a common malfunction on them.
Your car engine must remain cool to avoid overheating and breaking down completely.
Fan motor with the thermo switch lead disconnected and test lead connected to the battery.
Pictured on the right is an interior fan resister assembly from a late 70s gm car or light truck.
Your mechanic should check the coolant and fill if needed.
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At some point over time it may fail.
If it does seem to be an electrical problem with the fan or circuit turn the air off and take the vehicle to a qualified mechanic for repair as soon as possible.
How to inspect and repair a cooling fan that s not working.
With the switch on a lower setting and the motor disconnected you ll still.
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Disconnect the electrical connector.
If the fan motor on my car was dead i d probably go ahead and change the resistor while i had my head under the dash.
Purchase a new resistor module at the auto parts store usually less than 25.
Most manufactured radiators come with an electric fan which is easy to replace or repair if needed.
Remove the screws and swap out the resistor module.
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Just a quick video on fan repairs the fan blades move freely but the motor is not functioning.
I put together a separate blower motor problems page for chrysler and dodge owners.
Step 1 allow your car to cool.
The radiator fan is responsible for blowing or pulling air around the radiator to keep it cool.
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If the fuses are intact switch on the ignition and use a circuit tester to find if there is current at the motor terminals.
Reconnect the electrical connector and you re car heater blower motor is back in business.
If you notice that the engine is overheating see the temperature gauge in the dashboard and you do not hear the fan s working get the cooling system inspected immediately.