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Spider Overheating Electric Fan

My 1998 Renault Spider with its gasoline engine is overheating. The temperature gauge is climbing quickly. I suspect the electric fan. I've done some amateur poking around and think it might be a faulty cable or plug connection. Has anyone else experienced this?

Summary of the thread

A 1998 Renault Spider was experiencing overheating issues, suspected to be caused by the electric fan. The initial investigation pointed to a potential faulty cable or plug connection. Suggestions included checking the fan's fuse, relay, and motor. Ultimately, a workshop identified a corroded plug causing a short circuit, which was replaced to resolve the issue.

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emiliaweber66

Overheating in a Spider isn't good. You're right to suspect the electric fan. Before jumping to conclusions, have you checked the fan's fuse and relay? Also, does the fan spin freely by hand when the engine is off? A seized motor could also cause overheating, even with a good electrical connection. Let me know what you find.

ludwigghost9 (community.author)

Good suggestion! I hadn't considered the fuse and relay. Where would I find the relay for the electric fan? And if it spins freely, what should I do next?

emiliaweber66

The relay is usually in the main fuse box, often under the bonnet or near the battery. Check your owner's manual. If the fan spins freely and the fuse/relay are good, the problem is likely the electric motor itself or the wiring harness. Considering potential engine damage, I'd recommend a workshop. A misdiagnosis could be catastrophic.

ludwigghost9 (community.author)

I checked with my multimeter and couldn't find anything. I brought it to a workshop, and you were right: a corroded plug caused a short circuit, preventing the fan from operating. They replaced the plug, and all is well. 95€ later, and the Spider is purring again. Thanks!

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RENAULT

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SPIDER