# \#fans **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/fans/1492.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [Radiator fan is aggressively loud when idling with A/C on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-fan-is-aggressively-loud-when-idling-with-a-c-on/190007)
**Author:** [@polinas20182001\_184781](https://community.cartalk.com/u/polinas20182001_184781)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2026, 3:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radiator-fan-is-aggressively-loud-when-idling-with-a-c-on/190007 "2026-09-14T15:55:32Z")
Every time my car is idling with A/C on (hot or cold), radiator fan kicks in suddenly and super loud, runs on high speeds for 10 seconds and abruptly stops. After 20 to 30 seconds of rest, it happens again, and again, an… --- ## [Cooling fans not working properly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cooling-fans-not-working-properly/191332)
**Author:** [@khanhkpu1710cartalk\_185778](https://community.cartalk.com/u/khanhkpu1710cartalk_185778)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2023, 10:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cooling-fans-not-working-properly/191332 "2023-07-06T22:40:15Z")
Hi everybody! My 2001 toyota camry has been overheating. I noticed that the cooling fan on the passenger side isn’t spinning, and replaced it but it still overheat. Then I noticed that both fans spin slow when the AC is… --- ## [2004 grand am gt cooling fan issue bcm/pcm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-grand-am-gt-cooling-fan-issue-bcm-pcm/189323)
**Author:** [@unluckiest.number](https://community.cartalk.com/u/unluckiest.number)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2023, 11:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-grand-am-gt-cooling-fan-issue-bcm-pcm/189323 "2023-02-25T23:44:34Z")
I’m having an issue that I need to dig further with my grand am but need schematics. I’ve read that the pcm and bcm work together to turn on the low fans. The bcm had gotten wet and corroded(common issue on these) I need… --- ## [1995 Buick Century - Overheating, ECT and Fan Issues (very confused)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-buick-century-overheating-ect-and-fan-issues-very-confused/186797)
**Author:** [@valina1106\_182572](https://community.cartalk.com/u/valina1106_182572)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2022, 3:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-buick-century-overheating-ect-and-fan-issues-very-confused/186797 "2022-10-10T15:40:09Z")
Hey guys. I have a 1995 Buick Century V6 3.1L 150k miles. Lately I’ve noticed my temperature gauge needle has been creeping way above the halfway-point, and the fans won’t come on to mitigate the problem. I’m worried it… --- ## [A/C is cold until the fan is on high, then it's warm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-is-cold-until-the-fan-is-on-high-then-its-warm/92702)
**Author:** [@Mitchmiller](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mitchmiller)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2022, 2:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-is-cold-until-the-fan-is-on-high-then-its-warm/92702 "2022-05-18T14:30:03Z")
When the a/c fan is on any setting other than the highest setting the air comes out cold. When the fan is set to the highest setting, it only comes out warm. This happens regardless of a/c or max a/c setting, regardless … --- ## [2014 Subaru Forster Blower not fully working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-subaru-forster-blower-not-fully-working/181703)
**Author:** [@emt337574\_178898](https://community.cartalk.com/u/emt337574_178898)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2022, 11:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-subaru-forster-blower-not-fully-working/181703 "2022-01-08T23:58:55Z")
Hello All, My blower for the HVAC system only works on two settings out of the four. Speeds 1, 2 are working not speeds 3,4 I have replaced the blower resistor still doing the same. Visually checked the fuses for the … --- ## [Cooling Fan not coming on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cooling-fan-not-coming-on/36924)
**Author:** [@sanjnsri](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sanjnsri)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2020, 9:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cooling-fan-not-coming-on/36924 "2020-07-08T21:40:42Z")
1996 Chevy Cavalier 2.2 lt engine. Today i found, Cooling fan does not turn on even after reaching operating temperature.Engine overheats when idling. It does not turn on, when A/C is turned on ( I realized AC is … --- ## [Stumped! Cooling Fan Won't Turn On!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stumped-cooling-fan-wont-turn-on/62403)
**Author:** [@200Kclub](https://community.cartalk.com/u/200Kclub)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2019, 7:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stumped-cooling-fan-wont-turn-on/62403 "2019-07-13T19:45:58Z")
I have a 2000 Dodge Grand Caravan that has 195,000 miles. My radiator fan won't turn on and I'm stumped! The issue presented itself with a check engine light and the radiator cooling fan not turning on. The troubl… --- ## [Bit of a tricky one ! Radiator fans 2004 lancer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bit-of-a-tricky-one-radiator-fans-2004-lancer/140950)
**Author:** [@Rhyannon\_Burrell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rhyannon_Burrell)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2019, 5:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bit-of-a-tricky-one-radiator-fans-2004-lancer/140950 "2019-05-25T05:22:41Z")
Hey guys! But of a tricky one. Noticed my cooling fans weren’t coming on when car was up to temperature but would when I turned the a/c on. I assumed it was the coolant temperature sensor. So I ran around with the a/c … --- ## [Highway overheating - slow temp rise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/highway-overheating-slow-temp-rise/49775)
**Author:** [@SnoopRob](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SnoopRob)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2019, 7:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/highway-overheating-slow-temp-rise/49775 "2019-04-28T07:21:58Z")
My 2003 Outback Sport has had an overheating problem since the weather has warmed up (2 months/ 3k miles). At highway speed (60+) after 10-15 minutes of driving the temperature will slowly creep up. I can reverse this … --- ## [Cooling fan in winter?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cooling-fan-in-winter/9749)
**Author:** [@chanyata](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chanyata)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2019, 4:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cooling-fan-in-winter/9749 "2019-02-11T16:57:37Z")
Is it typical for an electric cooling fan to run in the dead of winter, even when not driving in stop and go traffic? The fan on my 2001 Forester is coming on even when it's 10-20F outside. It seems to run for a long tim… --- ## [Chrysler Sebring 2005 Engine & Cooling System](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-sebring-2005-engine-amp-cooling-system/92503)
**Author:** [@HOSE-LINE](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HOSE-LINE)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2018, 11:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-sebring-2005-engine-amp-cooling-system/92503 "2018-08-09T23:09:20Z")
At idle temperature is above middle. Upper radiator hose, which is connected to the thermostat is hot. Lower radiator hose that feeds back to the engine is cold. Radiator fan will not stop running if the temp guage is… --- ## [Cooling fan running with engine off?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cooling-fan-running-with-engine-off/66112)
**Author:** [@santix](https://community.cartalk.com/u/santix)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2018, 3:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cooling-fan-running-with-engine-off/66112 "2018-07-22T03:14:18Z")
I noticed that in some cars (even new ones) the cooling fan stays on for a minute or two, even after the engine has been turned off and the key removed. This caused me a little bit of curiosity —keep in mind I'm not v… --- ## [Fan Speed Resistor Location - 2010 Ford Escape, please?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fan-speed-resistor-location-2010-ford-escape-please/73229)
**Author:** [@HiTechHiTouch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HiTechHiTouch)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [September 3, 2017, 1:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fan-speed-resistor-location-2010-ford-escape-please/73229 "2017-09-03T01:41:22Z")
2010 Ford Escape Fan Speed Resistor Location, please? I've seen videos for 2001-2004 and 2008. They do not apply to 2010. The resistor board location has moved since 2008. It used to be just inboard of the cabin fa… --- ## [Better for air conditioner unit: recycled air or outside air?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/better-for-air-conditioner-unit-recycled-air-or-outside-air/54602)
**Author:** [@jpmariee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jpmariee)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2016, 11:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/better-for-air-conditioner-unit-recycled-air-or-outside-air/54602 "2016-12-19T11:36:29Z")
Is it better to use recyled air or outside air with the A/C unit? I always set my fan to "recyled air" to get better gas milegae, but my coworker says using fresh air is better for your car--doesn't damage the compressor… --- ## [Pontiac Vibe 2007 - Engine Fan Runs High](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pontiac-vibe-2007-engine-fan-runs-high/82084)
**Author:** [@sarbear](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sarbear)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 27, 2016, 4:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pontiac-vibe-2007-engine-fan-runs-high/82084 "2016-09-27T16:47:13Z")
I have an '07 Pontiac Vibe. I've been noticing that the big fan infront of the engine runs high and very loudly when I have the defroster fans on in the cab of the car. Is this normal? It goes back to normal when I ch… --- ## [Fans don't start - PCM?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fans-dont-start-pcm/93793)
**Author:** [@ChickenSoup](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ChickenSoup)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2016, 11:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fans-dont-start-pcm/93793 "2016-08-08T23:53:36Z")
I have a 1999 Pontiac Grand Am SE 4dr 2.4L engine. I noticed for a while my engine was running a little hot but it wasn't over heating. Recently I was in a drive thru waiting and it got a little too hot so I pulled ove… --- ## [A/c and heat work but fan does not](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-and-heat-work-but-fan-does-not/90996)
**Author:** [@TaShaunna](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TaShaunna)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2015, 8:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-and-heat-work-but-fan-does-not/90996 "2015-08-26T08:42:07Z")
2008 Chevy Cobalt The fan for my A/c and heat does not turn on anymore. The A/c and heating systems themselves do work because if I put my hand right up against the vent I can feel it. When I switch on the fan, there i… --- ## [Fan stopped working](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fan-stopped-working/87267)
**Author:** [@elduderino260](https://community.cartalk.com/u/elduderino260)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2014, 7:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fan-stopped-working/87267 "2014-09-19T07:59:33Z")
I have a 2001 Ford Focus. A year or two ago, I noticed that the fan (and therefore front defroster) really only worked when it was on the maximum setting. I was and still am a poor student, so I didn't bother to get it… --- ## [Chrysler Cirrus Radiator Fans Dont Start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-cirrus-radiator-fans-dont-start/86387)
**Author:** [@BeejCyr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BeejCyr)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2014, 7:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-cirrus-radiator-fans-dont-start/86387 "2014-08-03T19:12:16Z")
My daughter has a 1997 Chrysler Cirrus LX. The car is overheating because the radiator fans will not come on. I checked the fuse and swapped the relays with no change. The temperature gauge is working. I hooked up my o… --- ## [Chrysler heater fan frozen](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-heater-fan-frozen/83558)
**Author:** [@jeremy\_c](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jeremy_c)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2014, 8:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-heater-fan-frozen/83558 "2014-02-19T08:17:22Z")
I have a 2002 Chrysler Concorde I bought a little over a year ago. Recently the heater blower has frozen after a night of freezing rain/sleet. This has happened twice. The first time the fan started working again after t… --- ## [No air](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-air/81488)
**Author:** [@forrestotter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/forrestotter)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 26, 2013, 7:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-air/81488 "2013-09-26T07:51:18Z")
2007 toyota yaris, we have had no cool or hot air blow out when we turn on the fan on our way home the last two times we went somewhere. On the way there when the car is cold it has been fine, but the other day when we … --- ## [Chirping Sentra](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chirping-sentra/73141)
**Author:** [@izodmartin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/izodmartin)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2012, 11:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chirping-sentra/73141 "2012-06-20T23:01:06Z")
I recently purchased a 1999 Nissan Sentra with 189K on it. The car runs great and the AC ran ice cold. The porblem was when the AC turns on a very loud noise is heard it sounds like a million crickets chirping. I took … --- ## [AC Blower Fan Stopped on 97 Jeep Grand Cherokee](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-blower-fan-stopped-on-97-jeep-grand-cherokee/72374)
**Author:** [@LanDoctor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LanDoctor)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2012, 8:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-blower-fan-stopped-on-97-jeep-grand-cherokee/72374 "2012-05-16T08:52:31Z")
With regards the caller who was drying her cloths with the defroster and lost the fan. I had the same issue (not drying cloths), but the fan stopped. What makes this hard to diagnose is the fan has the 12v + source and… --- ## [Car Overheating -- troubleshooting cooling fan](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-overheating-troubleshooting-cooling-fan/71578)
**Author:** [@HondaHonda](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HondaHonda)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2012, 7:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-overheating-troubleshooting-cooling-fan/71578 "2012-04-08T07:14:37Z")
OK, so I'm trying to track down this cooling fan problem. When I turn the a/c on, only the passenger side fan comes on.(People assure me the driver's fan is supposed to come on to. Can somebody confirm this is true? I ha… --- ## [2001 Nissan Altima Cooling Fan not cycling off](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-nissan-altima-cooling-fan-not-cycling-off/71641)
**Author:** [@jenniferwinm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jenniferwinm)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2012, 7:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-nissan-altima-cooling-fan-not-cycling-off/71641 "2012-03-28T19:05:12Z")
Hi Everyone I have a 2001 Nissan Altima. I seem to be having a fan problem. I started noticing that about 2 seconds after I turned the car off, the fans would come back on and run for ~25-30 seconds. I brought it in a… --- ## [2004 ford sport trac- loud squealling noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-sport-trac-loud-squealling-noise/71619)
**Author:** [@btpoole](https://community.cartalk.com/u/btpoole)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2012, 6:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-ford-sport-trac-loud-squealling-noise/71619 "2012-03-26T18:49:03Z")
Recently my 2004 Ford Sport Trac started making very loud squealling noise from under the hood. The vehicle has approx 78,000 miles. When vehicle first acquired this noise it happened when it was first started, now it do… --- ## [Replace fan motor causes mph sensor to fail](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-fan-motor-causes-mph-sensor-to-fail/71006)
**Author:** [@caddy06](https://community.cartalk.com/u/caddy06)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2012, 8:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replace-fan-motor-causes-mph-sensor-to-fail/71006 "2012-02-18T20:45:51Z")
I have a 96 Cadillac Deville Sedan. Last year, I had problems with the heat and A/C working intermittently. Then both crapped out. I went the summer without A/C...waiting for winter. Have gone all winter with no heat… --- ## [UPDATE, THANKS and next issue!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/update-thanks-and-next-issue/69940)
**Author:** [@GSragtop](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GSragtop)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2011, 7:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/update-thanks-and-next-issue/69940 "2011-12-11T07:33:55Z")
First I would like to thank all who helped me on my last post about losing coolant but not leaking it on my 1998 Buick 3.8 with 120,000 miles. The car did indeed have a bad intake manifold and was dumping coolant into th… --- ## [Volvo 240 problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-240-problems/68562)
**Author:** [@abcducati](https://community.cartalk.com/u/abcducati)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2011, 9:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-240-problems/68562 "2011-12-09T21:27:16Z")
I have a 1989 volvo 240DL sedan with 181,900 miles on the odometer, 4-cylinder with automatic overdrive transmission and no owners manual. We bought the car through a local vehicle auction for $750.00, so I was not expec… [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/tag/fans/1492.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=fans)