Fan only works on 2 settings
10-10-2010
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Fan only works on 2 settings
I've had this issue since I've had the car, but now I guess it's finally starting to get to me. Fan only works on High and Very High
. During the warmer months the fan is obviously off, but now it's starting to get cold. I bought a new resistor just to be safe, but I can't get all the pieces for the assembly off for some reason. I was able to unplug the connector to the old one and hook it into the new one but the fan still only works on those 2 speeds. Is it possible the switch is messed up? Any input is much appreciated. 
. During the warmer months the fan is obviously off, but now it's starting to get cold. I bought a new resistor just to be safe, but I can't get all the pieces for the assembly off for some reason. I was able to unplug the connector to the old one and hook it into the new one but the fan still only works on those 2 speeds. Is it possible the switch is messed up? Any input is much appreciated. 
10-10-2010
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Re: Fan only works on 2 settings
Yeah, sounds like the switch. #3: http://www.bkhondaparts.com/billkay/...itch=&hidIrno= or for salvage listings: http://www.car-part.com/
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Haha. God damn that's a lot of cash. Guess I'll have to hit up the junkyard. Thanks man. I had a feeling it was gonna be the switch.
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Re: Fan only works on 2 settings
on a 96 the switch should have continuity on the lowest speed between terminal1 (which is gnd) and term4. next higher speed between 1 & 2. next higher between 1 & 5. highest between 1 & 3. resistor should have 2-3 ohms resistance between term 2 & 4.
11-06-2010
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I actually found a few used ones on fleaBay. I think I'll check these ones out. I went and just tested the relays to be sure though. They're good. Effin aye.
11-19-2010
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Okay. I need someone to help me out with this. I got a switch for like 40 bucks. Now, the seller and the description said the switch would fit ALL civic models....but I checked the packaging and it said all Civics but DOHC VTEC. WTF? I went online for the OEM part number and they're different! Fack. What exactly is the difference? They look exactly the same. Different power rating? I haven't attempted to put the new switch in because I don't wanna run the risk of frying something. Anybody got any insight on this?
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