Q: Cooling fans won't turn on when engine hot
My cooling fans work, but they don't turn on when the engine is hot. Is it a wiring problem?
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Even though there are two fans, they work independently. One is called a radiator fan, one is the condenser fan for the AC. Each has each own relay. There are two temperature switches. There are 4 fuses involved. Both are controlled by a module so that is a good place to start. A qualified mechanic from YourMechanic can come out and diagnose your AC system to see what repairs are needed.
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