On-Vehicle Inspection Of Condenser Fan

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Inspect condenser fan operation .
Inspect the fan operation at these conditions, as shown in Fig 1.

Test conditions
- Start engine
- Blower speed control switch position "HI"
- Temperature control dial at "COOL" position
- Set on manifold gauge set
- A/C switch ON
Fig 1: Required Condenser Fan Speed Under Specified Operating Conditions
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If operation is not as specified, proceed to the next inspection.
Inspect condenser fan motor operation :
1. Disconnect the fan connector.
2. Connect battery and ammeter.
  
  Fig 2: Testing Condenser Fan Motor Operation
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3. Check that the fan rotates smoothly, and then check the reading on the ammeter.
  Specified amperage: 9.2 - 11.0 A at 20 °C (68 °F) .
  
  If operation is not as specified, replace the fan motor.
  
  If operation is as specified, check the pressure switch, cooling fan relays and water temp. switch.