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The way that is the easiest is to put an opened dish towel in front of the radiator. The engine must be running and at operating temperature. If the towel stays opened and against the radiator then the fan clutch is pulling sufficient air flow. If the car has air conditioning then the towel will be against the condenser.
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Why does the engine get hot when idling?
The fan clutch is not functioning properly. Replace.
Why is the Clutch Fan Always Engaged on my 2002 Chevy Trailblazer?
When a clutch fan is always engaged, it could mean that the clutch is no longer working properly and needs to be replaced. If a clutch wears out, then it will make?æthe engine to run hot when idle.
Your car is overheating but its not your thermostat or radiator?
Check the fan clutch, it may not be working properly.
How to determine if your 1992 Mercedez Benz 300E fan clutch needs service?
Once the engine is has warmed to operating temperature, turn the engine off, and take your hand turn the fan. If the fan turns with ease, then the fan clutch is bad. The fan should have much resistance the vehicle is running in a stopped position or in slow moving traffic. The fan should turn freely when traveling a 30 mph because you don't need a fan at high moving speeds.
Why does a 93 F-150 always overheat when it idles?
Fan is not operating properly. If it is an electric fan, check and see if it is working by turning on the A/C. The fan should run at this time. If not, check the fan relay and fan motor. If it has a conventional fan, check the clutch or belt. radiator could need flush or replacement lots of possibilities, but i would try thermostat
How do you determine if the fan clutch is bad on a 2002 Trailblazer?
If your hear "ticking" and have to use WD40
Will a faulty clutch fan make the heat in a Durango not come out as hot?
The clutch fan will not cause this issue. The more likely causes are a stuck open thermostat or coolant not flowing properly through the heater core.
How do you test a fan clutch on a 1965 Chevy 327 engine?
Before you start the engine see if the fan will turn freely and not wobble. If it wobbles or doesn't turn it isn't any good. First though, are you sure it has a fan clutch. That would be pretty rare on a 65 model. To make sure check the front of the fan and see if it has a large aluminum piece on it. If not you don't have a fan clutch. Now assuming you do have a fan clutch and the fan shroud is still in place drive the car until it is at operating temperature. Shut the motor off and check the fan. It should only turn a couple of times before it stops when the engine is at operating temperature. Good luck.
Will the nut on the fan clutch tighten when engine is running?
Generally if it is a thread on fan clutch, yes.Generally if it is a thread on fan clutch, yes.
Why does the cooling fan stay on when the engine is off on your 1995 Volkswagen Jetta?
When operating properly, the cooling fan stays on until the temperature drops to normal.
How do you remove the fan clutch on a 2001 Ford Ranger?
you have to have fan clutch wrenches
How do you remove fan clutch of a 1985 buick regal?
Remove the fan itself then remove the clutch from the fan
