I have a strange issue that began this morning. Unlocking the doors saw the radiator fan start up apparently on maximum speed. Engine was not started yet.
I wonder if a relay has stuck?
C5x7 radiator fan relay(s) location
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C5x7 radiator fan relay(s) location
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Re: C5x7 radiator fan relay(s) location
Maybe do a BSI Reset / Battery Disconnect / Reconnect Procedure first to cancel out any electrical gremlins Graeme.
These are designed to kick in without the engine running though (usually when the engine is hot after a run, admittedly) when required by the engine ECU to cool the engine if it's switched off too early, which is why I always advise battery disconnection before fingers go anywhere near the fan - for this very reason.
So keep an eye on the coolant temp / sensor and as you've suggested the fan relay....
These are designed to kick in without the engine running though (usually when the engine is hot after a run, admittedly) when required by the engine ECU to cool the engine if it's switched off too early, which is why I always advise battery disconnection before fingers go anywhere near the fan - for this very reason.
So keep an eye on the coolant temp / sensor and as you've suggested the fan relay....
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Re: C5x7 radiator fan relay(s) location
Thanks Marc, I'll do that. This was from a cold start
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Re: C5x7 radiator fan relay(s) location
... and of course, I forgot to answer your main question...
Relay is shown at (3), part: 6545XF, £30.95
Relay is shown at (3), part: 6545XF, £30.95
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