Refer to
Engine Cooling Fan Controls
for
wiring diagram.
Circuit Description
Ignition Voltage is supplied directly to Fan Control (FC) Relay 1. The PCM controls the relay by grounding the control circuit via an internal solid state device called a driver. The primary function of the driver is to supply the ground for the component being controlled. Each driver has a fault line which is monitored by the PCM. When the PCM is commanding a component on, the voltage of the control circuit should be low (near 0 volts). When the PCM is commanding the control circuit to a component off, the voltage potential of the circuit should be high (near battery voltage). If the fault detection circuit senses a voltage other than what is expected, this DTC will set.
The PCM will monitor the control circuit for the following:
| • | A short to ground |
| • | A short to voltage |
| • | An open circuit |
| • | An open relay coil |
| • | An internally shorted or excessively low resistance relay coil. |
When the PCM detects any of the above malfunctions, this DTC will set and the affected driver will be disabled.
Conditions for Running the DTC
| • | The ignition voltage is between 9-18 volts. |
| • | The engine speed is more than 80 RPM. |
| • | The PCM driver transitions from ON to OFF or from OFF to ON. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
| • | A short to ground, an open circuit, or a short to battery voltage is detected on the control circuit. |
| • | The condition is present for at least 30 seconds. |
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | The PCM illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on the second consecutive ignition cycle that the diagnostic runs and fails. |
| • | The PCM records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The first time the diagnostic fails, the PCM stores this information in the Failure Records. If the diagnostic reports a failure on the second consecutive ignition cycle, the PCM records the operating conditions at the time of the failure. The PCM writes the conditions to the Freeze Frame and updates the Failure Records. |
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
| • | The PCM turns the MIL Off after three consecutive drive trips that the diagnostic runs and does not fail. |
| • | A last test failed (current DTC) clears when the diagnostic runs and does not fail. |
| • | A History DTC clears after forty consecutive warm-up cycles, if this or any other emission related diagnostic does not report any failures. |
| • | Use a scan tool in order to clear the MIL/DTC. |
| • | Interrupting the PCM battery voltage may or may not clear DTCs. This practice is not recommended. Refer to Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Description , Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes. |
Diagnostic Aids
Notice: Use the connector test adapter kit J 35616-A for any test that
requires probing the following items:
• The PCM harness connectors • The electrical center fuse/relay cavities • The component terminals • The component harness connector
If the problem is intermittent, refer to Intermittent Conditions .
Relay Terminal Identification
Use the following relay cavity table in order to locate the correct cavities to probe during diagnosis. The table layout corresponds to the cavity layout in the Underhood Accessory Wiring Junction Block. Four blade relays can be inserted two ways. Use the table and NOT the numbering on the relay to avoid probing incorrectly.
Top of Junction Block | |
|---|---|
Cooling Fan Relay #1 | |
Switch Load (Fan 1) | Coil Ground (PCM) |
Coil Power (Fuse) | Switch Power (Fuse) |
Test Description
The number(s) below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
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Listen for an audible click when the relay operates. Repeat the commands as necessary.
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This check can detect a partially shorted coil which would cause excessive current flow. Leaving the circuit energized for 2 minutes allows the coil to warm up. When warm, the coil may open (Amps drop to 0), or short (goes above 0.75 Amp).
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If the fuse supplying this circuit is open, the circuitry up to the fan motor, including the fan motor and fan relay(s) needs to be checked for a short in the wiring or a shorted component.
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If no trouble is found in the control circuit or the connection at the PCM, the PCM may be damaged, however, this is an extremely unlikely failure.
Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Did you perform the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System check? | -- | ||
Does the relay turn on and off with each command? | -- | |||
Does the current draw stay within the range shown? | 0.1-0.75 A | Refer to Diagnostic Aids | ||
4 |
The DMM should display an infinite resistance. Does the DMM display an infinite resistance? | -- | ||
5 |
Does the test light turn on and off with each command? | -- | ||
6 | Probe the Ignition feed circuit to the relay coil in the relay harness connector with the test light connected to ground. Does the test light illuminate? | -- | ||
7 |
Does the relay operate? | -- | ||
8 | Check for poor connections/terminal tension at the relay harness connector. Refer to Intermittents and Poor Connections Diagnosis . Was a problem found and corrected? | -- | ||
9 | Repair the relay control circuit. Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
Repair the Ignition feed circuit to the relay coil. Refer to Test Description . Is the action complete? | -- | --
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11 | Replace the relay. Is the action complete? | -- | -- | |
12 | Check for poor connections/terminal tension at the PCM harness connector. Refer to Intermittents and Poor Connections Diagnosis . Was a problem found and corrected? | -- | ||
Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement/Programming . Is the action complete? | -- | -- | ||
14 |
Does the scan tool indicate that this test ran and passed? | -- | ||
15 | Review Captured Info using the scan tool. Are there any DTCs that have not been diagnosed? | -- | Go to the applicable DTC table | System OK |
