What to do if your Mercedes cooling fan keeps running?

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Why does the radiator fan not come on when the AC is on?

In order for the AC Condensor to do its job it must stay as cool as it can. As for the engine coolant temp sensor, if the coolant is not hot enough to make the fan come on, then there is no need for the fan yet and there is no problem.

Why is my radiator fan clutch not working?

The fan clutch is responsible for attaching the radiator fan to the engine and makes it work. If this clutch goes broke, the fan won’t work. It is the usual wear and tear over the years that may cause the springs in the clutch to corrode or even burn out. If you cannot find any other radiator fan problems, the clutch is most likely the cause.

What are the symptoms of a bad cooling fan relay?

1. Engine running hot One of the first symptoms commonly associated with a bad or failing cooling fan relay is an engine that runs hot or overheats. If you notice that your engine is running at higher temperatures than normal, that may be a sign that the relay is not functioning properly.

Why is my Mercedes radiator cooling fan not working?

This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. This is a very common problem with the Mercedes radiator cooling fan running constantly on high speed. The problem in most cases is a bad ecm so in order to fix it the ecm will have to be replaced and programmed to work with your vehicle. Check the mass airflow sensor first.

How to troubleshoot your Mercedes medic air conditioner?

Turn the A/C ON. If you have an Economy button make sure that is off. Make sure fan is on HIGH, temperature selector is turned all the way to COLD, and that the A/C and recirculate light indicators are on. Set the temperature to cold, the lowest setting. Set the cooling fans on high on the climate control.

How does Mercedes Benz air conditioner system work?

While the pictures on this article are of Mercedes Benz cars, this guide is written to apply to all makes and models. How the A/C System Works. A/C compressor not engaging.

Why does my car have a radiator fan?

You probably already know the purpose of the radiator and the cooling system in your car. When you are driving fast, the wind is passing through the radiator to cool the coolant down without issues, but when you are driving slow, there is no wind pushed through the radiator. This is why we use a radiator fan.

What happens if your coolant level is low?

If your coolant level is low, there is a chance that you will get air in the system, and the coolant temperature sensor will not read the coolant temperature correctly. If the coolant level is low, you need to refill the coolant to optimum levels. Failing to do so could risk your engine becoming overheated and seized.

Why is my Mercedes-Benz E320 AC not working?

Learn if it’s a simple fix or time to seek out a trusted technician. Not your vehicle? Why Isn’t My A/C Working? What are common reasons my Mercedes-Benz E320 has air conditioning problems?

How to troubleshoot your Mercedes Benz air conditioner?

Identify the location of your compressor. Look at the pullyer and you should be able to see if it spining or not. The engine running turn the A/C on max cool, set fans high, and make sure that the clutch is engaging on the compressor. The pulley spins any time the engine is running. The center part of the A/C pulley only engages when the A/C is on.

Why does my air conditioner spin when the engine is running?

The pulley spins any time the engine is running. The center part of the A/C pulley only engages when the A/C is on. If the clutch is engaging and disengaging rapidly, the refrigerant may be low. Locate the Low Pressure A/C recharge port.

What causes coolant to go out of radiator?

The radiator cap can deteriorate over time, letting antifreeze slip through when you are driving. A clogged radiator system could be a problem too as it blocks the flow of the liquid. Check the radiator when the coolant disappears without any trace.

What should I do if my engine cooling fan is running at high speed?

Replace the sensor and confirm good location of the wiring connector. Locate wiring in order to avoid chafing of harnesses. Use the AssistPlus to check the reading in the climate control module. As the system is still currently empty, this should read 0 bar. Fill the system with the specified amount of refrigerant and oil.

What does the Mercedes coolant warning light mean?

The Mercedes Benz coolant warning light is a warning also meant for the cooling fan. Hence it is possible the fault could be with the fan system. What could have occurred is that the wiring of the cooling fan could be damaged at the front left of the vehicle where the wiring goes behind the Mercedes steering wheel arch liner.

What kind of coolant is in Mercedes Benz anti freeze?

Read the backs of these two containers of coolant. Note the Mercedes-Benz coolant con- tains forms of borate (sodium tetraborate) and benzoate (sodium benzoate) as well as silicates. The other anti-freeze contains only organic acids (2-EHA and neo-decanoate).

What should I do if my Mercedes coolant is old?

In case the Mercedes coolant present is very old, it can be drained out and the cooling system should be filled with water. After this, the Mercedes should be driven around for a few miles, following which the Mercedes coolant can be drained again.

What are the problems with the Mercedes Benz clk350?

1 Number 5 Cylinder Missing; Internal Problem 2007 CLK350 Average Cost to Fix: N/A Average Mileage: 56,000 mi 2 Safety Restraint System Airbag Malfunction 2007 CLK350 Average Cost to Fix: N/A Average Mileage: 70,000 mi 3 Dash And Command Center Flashs Off & On 2007 CLK350

Is the 2007 Mercedes clk350 a 2007 Mercedes?

Yes, I did see your vehicle information and that it was a 2007 Mercedes. You can do the work and then come back if you’d like. Let me know if you need any more help!

Why is my car cooling fan running all the time?

Assuming the fan doesn’t run on it’s own with the key off, you may have an issue with the coolant temperature sensor signal. If the sensor’s signal is much hotter than correct or goes out of range then it will turn the cooling fan on all the time, although you would normally expect a code to set.

Yes, I did see your vehicle information and that it was a 2007 Mercedes. You can do the work and then come back if you’d like. Let me know if you need any more help!

What should the radiator fan be running at?

The fan continues to run at its maxiumum speed, regardless of the engine temperature. I allowed the car to run today from cold to just above 80 deg. C before sutting it off today.

Why does my Mercedes-Benz A / C blower run uncontrolled?

But under fault conditions it could fail as ‘always on’ or ‘never on’. Mostly (according to this forum) a failed BR causes the a/c blower to run uncontrolled. Btw your WIS a/c circuit diagram is not identical to mine for W208. However the blower motor/regulator part is the same.

Which is the hot side of the radiator?

When one feels the upper radiator hose (driver side), it is HOT, and the air blowing near that side of the radiator appears to be hot. The lower radiator hose (passenger side) is COLD, and the air blowing near that side of the radiator appears cool. The heat is also turned on full blast, and blows lukewarm/cool air.

The fan continues to run at its maxiumum speed, regardless of the engine temperature. I allowed the car to run today from cold to just above 80 deg. C before sutting it off today.

What should I do if my radiator fan is not working?

A blown fuse is no big deal, and changing one does not cost a lot of money. If your car’s radiator fan is non-functional, check your car’s user manual and locate the fuse for the radiator fan controller or the fan. The fan itself often uses a big fuse of around 50A, while there might also be a separate small fuse to the fan control module.

Where is the relay on a radiator fan?

The fan relay is often located in the engine bay’s fuse box, but the best way is to check your repair manual to find where it is located. Testing a 4 pin relay is often very straightforward. Remove the relay and give 12 volts to pin 30 and 85. Ground pin 86 and check if there is voltage coming out from pin 87.

Why is my Mercedes Benz radiator not turning on?

If Star Diagnosis is used, it is possible to check how much fan actuation is requested from ECM and how much from AC. Aso the fan can be actuated on demand. This will give the complete overview. It seems very strange that ECM does not actuate the fan at 95 in the cluster, since one sensor is used for both.

Is it OK to turn AC off on Mercedes Benz?

On some older Benzes, it is ok for temperature to rise with AC off, to reasonable extent (102C) of course. At this point, fan actuation must be checked with Star Diagnosis. I think the Fan module does not actuate the fan at lower end of output request. When temperature is below 100C- fan output request could be under 10% of full power.

What does it mean when your radiator fan is not working?

This is what we call a blown fuse. A blown fuse is no big deal, and changing one does not cost a lot of money. If your car’s radiator fan is non-functional, check your car’s user manual and locate the fuse for the radiator fan controller or the fan.

Is it OK to leave the cooling fan on when the engine is turned off?

Car Fan Still On When Engine is Turned Off You park your car, turn off the ignition and start walking away. Then you notice the engine cooling fan is still running even though the car is turned off. It is ok for the engine cooling fan to keep running for a few minutes after turning off the car.

Why does my car fan keep running when the car is turned off?

Look in your owners manual. I think it’s primarily for cold weather, it keeps the car interior warm until the heater core completely cools down. Not to say you don’t still have a problem separate from that. It keeps running for hours unless I unplugged the battery or the motor itself. That is the design.

Why is my radiator fan not working on my Honda Civic?

Figure 1. 1999 Civic under-hood fuse box with location of fan relay (circled in red). Another easy way you can check if the radiator fan switch relay is bad is to swap the radiator fan relay with the condenser fan relay. If the radiator fan begins working, this is an indication that the fan relay is bad.

Can a auxiliary electric fan keep a car cool?

We’ve seen an auxiliary electric fan help many types of vehicles keep their cool. This includes off-road vehicles that are moving slow on a trail, hot rods at big events where there is a lot of traffic, tow vehicles carrying a heavy load up a steep grade and commercial delivery vehicles that spend much of their time parked and idling.

What should temp be when cooling fan does not come on?

NOTE: if the cooling fan doesn’t come on when the engine has been operating for 20 minutes or more, make sure that coolant is reaching operating temperature, around 220°F (104°C). You may be dealing with a stuck-open thermostat.

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