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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1997CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN CARGO, 6.5 FREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 53 (ENGINE COOLING FAN)TROUBLE SHOOTINGNOTES
1997 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Cargo, 6.5 F
Trouble Shooting: Notes
1997 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Cargo, 6.5 FSECTION Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette, and 1995 Chevrolet Lumina APV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
This article contains test charts which are part of General Motors Computerized Engine Controls. Only those charts required to test electric cooling fans are included. Other diagnostic information may be referenced while performing electric cooling fan diagnosis. For complete information on General Motors Computerized Engine Control systems, see the G-TESTS W/CODES article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE section.
Trouble shoot cooling fan using appropriate C-12 charts provided. See COOLING FAN CHART INDEXΒ table. For cooling fan relay location, see COOLING FAN RELAY LOCATIONΒ table.
COOLING FAN RELAY LOCATION
| Application | Location | ||
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| "U" Series | (1) Behind Right Headlight, Near Fuel Evaporative Canister | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.