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Cooling System Overheats/Electric Cooling Fan Does Not Run (Low And/Or High Speed)
1997 Ford Probe Base, StandardSECTION Cooling System Overheats/Electric Cooling Fan Does Not Run (Low And/Or High Speed)
- Preliminary Checks
Perform the following checks:- Engine coolant level
- Cooling fan harness connections
- Coolant leaks
- Water/anti-freeze mixture
- Radiator condition
- Collapsed/restricted radiator hoses
- Radiator pressure cap
- Overflow system
If a problem is found, repair as necessary. Recheck system operation. If no problem is found, go to next step.
- 2) Perform PCM Quick Test
Go to QUICK TEST. See G - TESTS W/ CODES article in ENGINE PERFORMANCE section. If a cooling system related DTC is present, go to TESTING .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.