Cooling Fan Motor Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda 626. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Verify that the battery is fully charged. See BATTERY INSPECTION .
Disconnect the cooling fan motor connector.
Connect battery positive voltage and an ammeter to the cooling fan motor connector.

Fig 1: Inspecting Cooling Fan Operation
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Verify that the cooling fan motor operates smoothly at the standard current draw.
- If not as specified, replace the cooling fan motor.
  
  Fig 2: Cooling Fan Current Draw Specification Table
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.