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Radiator Cooling Fans

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1996 Nissan Sentra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The ECM controls radiator cooling fan(s) based on vehicle speed, engine coolant temperature and A/C switch position. The following tables list correct cooling fan operation based on certain conditions. See appropriate A/C SWITCH ON or A/C SWITCH OFF table. If cooling fan does not operate as specified, see appropriate RADIATOR (COOLING) FAN CONTROL TEST.

A/C SWITCH ON

Engine Coolant Temp. °F (°C) Vehicle Speed MPH Radiator Fan
Less Than 203 (95) 50 Or More Off
" 49 Or Less On
203 (95) Or More All Speeds On
A/C SWITCH OFF

Engine Coolant Temp. °F (°C) Vehicle Speed MPH Radiator Fan
Less Than 195 (90) All Speeds Off
196-202 (91-94) 12 Or More Off
" 11 Or Less On
203-212 (95-100) 50 Or More Off
" 49 Or Less On
Greater Than 212 (100) All Speeds On