FIAT Bravo - Car Overheating.- Radiator fan not working

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Mon 28 Jun 2010 16:48
FIAT Bravo - Car Overheating.- Radiator fan not working - squibsquib

The fan on my P reg 1.6 Fiat Bravo doens not seem to be operating at all the car overheats. I have been told to check the relay next to the battery. When I open this compartment it has space for a relay but there is not on there. I have also bypassed the radiator fan switch using a paperclip and fan still does not work. Anyone any ideas?

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Mon 28 Jun 2010 17:52
FIAT Bravo - Car Overheating.- Radiator fan not working - Collos25

You need to see if the fan is receiving 12volts if it is then the fan motor is faulty if not then you need to check the fan supply circuit it will go through a relay and a temp sensor.While you are doing this keep your fingurs out of the way of the fan.

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Mon 28 Jun 2010 18:26
FIAT Bravo - Car Overheating.- Radiator fan not working - squibsquib
Thanks. Is the relay before or after the Fan switch in the circuit? Where is the fan relay located in the Bravo? I dont have hany of the manuals.
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Mon 28 Jun 2010 19:08
FIAT Bravo - Car Overheating.- Radiator fan not working - Collos25

The sensor should be after the relay normally in the radiator or a hose connection you will have to trace the switch wire back from the fan motor.I assume you have a good volt meter and you know how to use it.

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