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Condenser fan runs nonstop, even when car is off

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Old 01-18-2013, 01:13 PM
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Default Condenser fan runs nonstop, even when car is off

Alright guys, so yesterday I drove my car into work(about an hour drive) and turn it off. On my break(five hours later) I come outside and my condenser fan is running at full speed. I turn the car on and off, leave it on, etc. The fan is still running. I ended up pulling the fuse so that it wouldn't run my battery dead. I have no idea at what would cause the fan to run for five straight hours after the car is off especially since I'm in 30 degree weather. I'm not very tech savvy so any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks guys
 
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Old 01-19-2013, 09:02 AM
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Test the relay, test thermo B (the one on the upper hose).
 
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Old 01-19-2013, 10:17 AM
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If the radiator fan run continuously without stopping after the car is turned off, it can be a problem with the radiator fan control module. The radiator fan control module is located behind the glove box.

Thermo-switch A will close above 199 degrees F and run the radiator fan after the car is shut off. However, it should stop after awhile, ~ 15 - 20 minutes.
 
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Old 01-19-2013, 10:22 AM
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Although the radiator fan relay can also be tested, you can quickly swap the radiator fan relay and power window relay to see if there is a change. I believe they are the same type.
 
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I have a 97 accord p0118 code.and fan runs continuously but only after i turn the key off
 
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Old 03-03-2024, 04:38 PM
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Originally Posted by Jin3000
I have a 97 accord p0118 code.and fan runs continuously but only after i turn the key off
See post # 3 above.
 
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Old 03-03-2024, 06:06 PM
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Got 97 accord 2.2 fan control module swapped with 3 others..scan tool shows p0118 and ect reading -41dgrees same vehicle has hard start when cold out.fan runs continuosly till candenser fan fues is pulled or coolant fan relay is pulled or connector on ect is pulled.i can ground the white and green wire coming off the ect sensor and fan starts up.same wire shows 6 and 7 volts fluctuating
 
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