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1999 Dodge Caravan Overheating When issue started, thought it was a sticky thermastat. Changed that. Then overheated again and noticed the fans spin speed was slow then it kept poping fuses. Used a code reader and the code read "Radiator Fan Relay Control Circuit".Changed the relay and then fan worked for a minute and then poped a fuse and the A/C will not stay on. . Cuts on and off. Would my whole fan assemble need to be changed out. What would be a good test before spending $200 on another fan assembly. Any voltage checks? What readings at what pin?

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Worn out or defective fan (spinning slow) and drawing too much amperage, thus blowing the fuse should be a pretty good indicator if all connections have been inspected and confirmed good and clean. I'd double check voltage to fan is up to spec, and use a clamp on amp-meter to verify amperage draw, and if too high, I'd change it. You should be able to get just motor to replace from parts store, provided all other components of the fan are still in good shape.

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