Cooling fans

2001 OLDSMOBILE SILHOUETTE
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LARRY007
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6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 130,000 miles

My fans only come on when the ac is on?
Apr 11, 2010 at 4:57 AM
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LEGITIMATE007
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This sounds like the engine coolant temperature sensor that is not working right here is a guide to help you see what you are in for when changing it out and the location for your car (below)

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/coolant-temperature-sensor-cts-replacement

Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know what happens.

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Apr 11, 2010 at 7:43 AM
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LARRY007
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Thanks you for the info I changed out the sensor now the fans come on just fine thanks for your help I love this site.
Apr 12, 2010 at 2:50 AM
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LEGITIMATE007
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Nice work, we are here to help, please use 2CarPros anytime.

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Apr 12, 2010 at 7:02 AM
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