V6 radiator fans running when ignition off
I've had a few experiences of my radiator fans continuing to run long after ignition is off. The last occurrence seemed permanent and so I disconnected the battery for a couple of days before getting around to examining. I did the cold temperature continuity tests on both coolant temperature sensors which were normal. I did resistance tests for all four relays. Two showed 70 to 110 ohm resistances compared to sub-2 ohms on the other two -- are those values expected? (I forgot to write down which value is for which relay, though....) The shop manual doesn't give an upper limit.
After the resistance test, I manually activated each relay 10-15 times (audible and vibratory confirmation of actuation, but not metered to confirm continuity) and reinstalled and performance is back to normal. Any thoughts on issues with carbon build-up on relay contacts vs. intermittent failure of one of the coolant temp. sensors vs. something else? I've got a small tool kit handy to disconnect the battery if it happens again during my normal short commute driving, but certainly any ideas or feedback are much appreciated.
I'm coming up on my 2 year anniversary enjoying the top down as much as possible w/Spring in Hotlanta (and am nearing the point of original top replacement...).
Cheers,
Adam
After the resistance test, I manually activated each relay 10-15 times (audible and vibratory confirmation of actuation, but not metered to confirm continuity) and reinstalled and performance is back to normal. Any thoughts on issues with carbon build-up on relay contacts vs. intermittent failure of one of the coolant temp. sensors vs. something else? I've got a small tool kit handy to disconnect the battery if it happens again during my normal short commute driving, but certainly any ideas or feedback are much appreciated.
I'm coming up on my 2 year anniversary enjoying the top down as much as possible w/Spring in Hotlanta (and am nearing the point of original top replacement...).
Cheers,
Adam
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