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Fan Control Module Check <3.8L Engine>

  1. Remove the fan control module connector.
  2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position, and measure the voltage between the harness-side connector terminals.

    Standard value: Battery positive voltage 

    Fig 1: Measuring Voltage Between Fan Control Module Connector Terminals 1 And 3
    G06699190Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.
  3. Connect the fan control module connector, and disconnect the condenser fan motor connector.
  4. Ensure that the A/C switch is off, and start the engine and run it at idle.
  5. Measure the voltage between the fan control module-side connector terminals.
    Fig 2: Measuring Voltage Between Fan Control Module Connector Terminals
    G06699191Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.

    Standard value: 1 volt or less 

    WARNING: Stay clear of the fan when the fan starts running.
  6. Turn the A/C switch to the "ON" position.
  7. Measure the voltage between the fan control module-side connector terminals while the fan is running. The voltage should repeat the values 1) and 2) below.

    Standard value: 

    1. 8.2 ± 2.6 volts 
    2. Battery positive voltage ± 2.6 volts 
  8. If the voltage does not repeatedly change as indicated, replace the radiator fan motor.