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Cooling Fan Inoperative (LAU)

Cooling Fan Inoperative (LAU)

Diagnostic Instructions


Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.

Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.

Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.


Circuit/System Description

The engine control module (ECM) commands the cooling fan ON depending on the engine cooling requirements. The ECM controls the cooling fan speed by commanding the cooling fan control module. The cooling fan control module supplies the power and ground circuits for the cooling fan. The ECM sends a pulse width modulated (PWM) signal voltage to the cooling fan control module. The cooling fan control module interprets the signal and operates the cooling fan at the commanded speed.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Engine Cooling Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Description and Operation

Cooling Fan Description and Operation (LF1, LFW, LFX) Cooling Fan Description and Operation (LAU)

Electrical Information Reference


Circuit Testing

Connector Repairs

Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

Wiring Repairs


Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification


1. Ignition ON, verify that DTC P0480, P0691, or P0692, is not set.

2. If a DTC is set, refer to DTC P0480, P0691, or P0692 (LAU) .

3.
Note

There is a slight delay before the cooling fan activates and reaches full speed.


Command the cooling fan ON with a scan tool. Verify that the cooling fan turns ON and operates at a high speed.


Circuit/System Testing


1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the K22 cooling fan control module.

2. Verify that a test lamp illuminates between the ground circuit terminal 2 and B+.

3. If the test lamp does not illuminate, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.

4. If the cooling fan ground circuit/connections test normal, replace the K22 cooling fan control module.


Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.


Engine Coolant Fan Replacement (LAU) ; Engine Coolant Fan Replacement (LF1, LFW, LFX)

Control Module References