Check to be sure the radiator fan rotates when spun by hand.
For 1990–94 vehicles proceed as follows:
Connect 1 end of a jumper wire to terminal 4 of the
coolant fan motor connector. Connect the other end of the jumper wire
to the negative battery terminal.
Connect 1 end of another jumper wire to terminal 2 of
the coolant fan motor connector. Momentarily connect the other end of
the jumper wire to the positive battery terminal.
Fig. 1: Engine cooling fan testing connections — 1990–94
vehicles
To test the cooling fan for 1995–98 vehicles, attach the jumper wire
as shown in the accompanying figures.
Fig. 2: Testing the engine cooling fan — 1995–98
2.0L non-turbo engines
Fig. 3: Test connections for the engine cooling fan — 1995–98
2.0L turbo and 2.4L engines
The fan motor should run. Listen for abnormal noise while the motor is turning.
If present, replace the coolant fan motor.