EASY 1-Hour HACK for Volvo Cooling Fan SAVES $600 

My man’s went above and beyond for this video, great work dude!

Great video. I know it sounds crazy but my fan finally came out with just bending the plastic frame a little bit, just enough to clear the obstruction. The wide arc of the whole unit is a bit flexible and I didn't damage anything. The new fan went in the same way, just a bit of a push back toward the engine. It takes a lot of wiggle and movement, one side up, then down, etc. but it eventually goes in. No damage. Then set the electrical connection, secure it in the four brackets, gather your tools, and clean up. It's been working fine ever since. PS, my problem was the big fan would never come on. 2009 Volvo V70 3.2

Thank you, thank you, thank you!! You explained and thought this out so well. This video saved me about $1000 I was quoted. We found that taking out the engine air filter to reach the screw for the oil cooler made it easier to take it out and have room to install the new fan.

Your video is exactly what I needed for my 2008, Volvo V 70. Awesome job. Thank you!

Ok. This is the best explanation I’ve ever seen for a technical problem on a car. I am planning to buy a S80 T6, so I think I may need this in the future.

Extremely helpful information and detailed insight to procedure. Thank you for the video!

I really appreciate your great story telling method! Im in a time emergency so I’m at a specialized dealership that does the work much cheaper. But now I know for the future! Thanks

I have the same car and just replaced my fan in about 30 minutes. I removed the tabs that were blocked by hoses by using a reciprocating saw and it popped out easily. You def have to wiggle it and move some hoses but it's easy Installing it was not too bad. The only thing I had to move was the large radiator hose on the passenger side and the fan dropped in easily. A little bending was necessary but it was about a 3/10 on the difficulty scale. This video is appreciated but way over the top.

Thank you, and the tips from other people's replies for this! On 4 March '23, the smaller fan (AC condenser fan) wouldn't turn off on my 2015 XC60. Since it's the AC fan, and the weather hasn't warmed up yet, I just disconnected the plug for the smaller fan from the bottom of the control module. I opted for free 7-day shipping when I ordered the new fan housing unit, so after tax, it was $103 on eBay. I will take tips and tricks from your video, and also from the comments posted by people below to make this a much less painful repair.

Thank you, thank you, thank you! THE BEST car-fixing video I have ever seen, honestly! I had this exact problem - but with much more drama associated with brakes, transmission, and key fob retention. (overcome) BUT... this problem - the culprit being the module, I was "unsure". You gave me another CEU in Volvo repair - thank you! I have owned 14 Volvos to date, and could/can work on all but the newest (2016 XC90 T6 AWD). My best to you!

NESTO P: I was able to get the module released from the fan assy - NOTE: PHILLIPS SCREW HOLDS IT IN!!!! - but that was it. Because of the location of AC and other parts, I could not pull the fan assy up (which would work on some cars, I guess.), although it could come up part-way. so I went to my independent dealer (SHOUTOUT to EUROTECH - Virginia Beach). $120 later, all was well. He had to drop the skid covers, etc, and grab it/install it from below. The assy works well and fixed the problem. and yes, the old broken one did kill the battery. Good luck!

My 2003 Volvo has suddenly developed the same out the blue problem. I make some long trips and was glad my fan issues happened close to home. I do almost 95% of the work on my 2 Volvos and I'm glad I was not 400 miles away from my garage, that is well equipped. I have the part on order, but thanks for the installation tips. Mine might not be exactly the same, but your efforts and video maybe of help. Thanks

Thanks Mike. I really appreciated your detailed description.

Wow bro. Probably the best car fix video I’ve ever scene

Thank you for your awesome video! You definitely saved my Headache, I exactly having the same problem fan my fa kick on the moment I start my 07 s60 2.5 T and of Cours drains my battery . Already changed the temperature sensor and I was looking for a cooling fan really when I seen your video if my don’t have the really I’m 100% positive I will be changing the cooling fan assembly . Thank you again.

Thanks for this Mike. My fan doesn't turn on at all, at least since I've managed to work my way through through ignored maintenance and some wiring issues created by the previous owner. I'll be checking fuses and testing the wiring and fan control unit / module but knowing that it's this convenient to remove this part, I'll be more than willing to get into it.

Got the same problem. Thanks Mike. Ill post when I have mine replaced

Thank you for your video details in replacing fan module,saves$$$$$❤

Very helpful, Thanks. Just ordered the control unit, hoping that will fix my situation and I don't have to replace the whole fan unit.

Great showmanship, easily understood by me

I apperiacte the effort you put into this video, Thank you.

I almost don’t even care if this fixes my issue. I’m making the swap anyway. What an on point video! 5 ⭐️’s

Nice testing procedure

Did mine tonight. Without your guidance, would have tajen me 3 times as long 🚙

AWESOME VIDEO!!! I’ll admit I only watched about half of the video before I started. I came to the same conclusion on the bottom clip being stuck on the oil cooler. Just cut it. I’m gonna try and replace it by just cutting like 1/4 of an inch off that clip.

Top tier work

I mean this as a compliment, your voice sounds like Charles Bukowski. Also thanks for the help on the radiator fan.

Great Hi-Tech simulation!

Thanks Mike, I have a range rover evoque with the same problem. I naively bought the control module on ebay. Although it stopped turning on when connected, when it reaches a high temperature it does not turn on either. I have read that you have to change the whole system, not just the module.

I would never buy anything other than OEM for the fans and control unit. Online parts like this often come from China and won't last as long. Great Video. Glad to know something is easy to remove on the 3.2 inline six

Excellent video

not 100% sure if my problem is the same, but the shop said this is what they would replace. for $2450. I have a 2010 s80, I hope the process is the same. Thank you

Hello Mike; excellent job describing your problem and instructions on how you replaced the fan unit. Might have to replace mine. Cooling fan came on after trying to start my volvo. Fan ran for approximately 10 minutes,then stopped. Was able to start vehicle about 10 minutes later. However, fan doesn't run while engine is running. Disconnect fuse for 10 seconds; reconnected fuse. Fan still doesn't come on. Might have to request the company's # ;where you purchased your unit if needed. Thx. Robin

Thanks for the video. On the lower tabs I cut approximately 1/4 inch off the tabs. This allow me to remove and when I replaced I did the same thing on the new one. When I replaced I had more than enough tab to lock back in place on the bottom. Your idea helped me thanks.

I'm hoping that removing the fan assembly makes enough space to easily get to the throttle and clean it 💁 Thanks for this ~

Great explanation, another method that worked for me was to unscrew the trans cooler. Its held with one screw on top, no need to disconnect the hoses and thus no loss of any coolant or oil. It'll give you the inches needed to get the fan out

Thank u man ur a boss

It looks like you could also unbolt and move the transmission cooler and have room for that one tab. Thanks for the video.

Thank you 🙏..

Well done

Do these as a pair at the dealership. And no coolant hose removal needed. Just a lot of wiggling and bending to get the assembly out and in.

That shop tried to take you for a LOOOOOOOONG RIDE!....Glad you figured it out without them. Geeeezus !!!

I'll share my same scenario with my XC90. Unlike the S80, the XC90 has a temperature meter at the dash. This problem happened when my temperature sensor failed, rendering no temperature reading to the ECU. The ECU is smart to detect this failure, and to prevent overheating due to "no temperature signal", would run the fan aggressively and continue to run it for like 3-5 minutes after the engine is stopped.

LEGEND!!

Had a similar problem, Well not exactly You see my fans they were barely turning on and when they did it felt like they were running at a very low speed.. anyways I replaced the fan control module didn't even pull the fan assembly out just one screw unplug it and then same way in.. anyways the weird thing was it worked normal for about 2 days after replacing the fan control module but then it started doing the same thing... I read somewhere about the water/coolant temperature sensor So I drained the coolant replace the sensor but I also put in a new thermostat after that no problems working like it should.. I wonder why I wasn't getting any codes either. Been a little over a month and it's been kind of hot a couple days here and there almost in the '90s but it's running perfect.. BTW it's a 2009 S80 4.4 V8 ..

Fantastic video! I’m about to tackle this now Thanks for the awesome production Let’s see what else this guy has to show: subscribed!

Hi I would really appreciate information if you have it. I'm wondering where you found the assembly with the module for 220 bucks and if it fits the 2012 XC70 T6.

I'm removing the fan to slide the A/C compressor out. I just put a new alternator in and don't want to do it again. Thanks Mike.

SBF of FTX steals billions in customer funds. Volvo repair shops: hold my beer.

Great work mr! Sometimes the bush fixes is the best fixes. I cant see any sensible reason to pay one hundred million moneys to a workshop which makes a simple repair sound almost impossible, unless we are willing to drain every last penny we can pick together. Unless of course its a warranty job, then the workshop can use what ever hours they feel suit. I really dont care. For maximum fun I usually reminds them of the copious amount of work required for the almost impossible repair!

Love it

How often was this issue after you fix it first time

Loosening the one screw for the transmission cooler and removing the air filter box worked best for me.

Unbolt the oil cooler and remove the two triangular blocks that support the top of the radiator. The is no need to cut mounting tads.

Good video. My cooling fan not turn on for long time. Now I replace fan relay, the fan turning , but not stop . I had take off temperature sensor connector. It still running. And connected both side of with a wire it still running any help thanks a lot

11:19. I just read in VIDA that if you push the bottom of the fan toward the rear of the car it will clear all obstructions. Never tried this but may help someone else if they need to remove the fan.

I got a cx60 2011 and am thinking the fan assembly is hoped

Brilliant, but instead of modifying the lower bracket you can actually remove the tranny cooler unit by removing one screw then pull the unit out, wish I could attach a picture on the app!! Good job!

Dum question but why did you decide to go with the fan over the auxillery fan module unit thingy??

Same fan module and control unit for Land Rover Freelander II 2007-

volvo s60 diesel 163 hp I start the engine, turn on the air conditioner, it works for 1 time for 2 minutes and it says error 048387 and stops. The fan is new

I need to replace this on my c30 the dealer wanted $1200 to do the work so wish me luck. 😅

My fan doesnt work when i turn off the car the fun start running!!

Ya maybe probaly could have used a cable tie or two

I thought this was a software issue, fixed by a recall?

Its not gouging. They can charge whatever they want. Its their labor and tools and shop

I clear the error and the air conditioner works

I'd pay you...where are you?

Mechanic at 25 years here unfortunately my friend from your video there was nothing wrong with the fans you just affectively overpaid for a new module hopefully this one will last you longer a common problem sorry

Thank you 😎👍

volvo s60 diesel 163 hp I start the engine, turn on the air conditioner, it works for 1 time for 2 minutes and it says error 048387 and stops. The fan is new