Ford Escape: Engine Cooling / Diagnosis and Testing - Cooling Fan Control
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices.
REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
| Module |
DTC |
Description |
Action |
| PCM |
P0480:00 |
Fan 1 Control Circuit: No Sub Type Information |
GO to Pinpoint Test KN |
Global Customer Symptom Code (GCSC) Chart
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices.
REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
| Symptom |
Action |
| Start/Run/Move >
Running >
Overheats >
Always |
GO to Pinpoint Test KN |
| Start/Run/Move >
Running >
Overheats >
Intermittent |
GO to Pinpoint Test KN |
Pinpoint Tests
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PINPOINT TEST KN: VARIABLE SPEED ELECTRIC COOLING FAN MOTOR

 Introduction
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Cell 033 for schematic and connector information.
Normal Operation and Fault Conditions
Refer to the DTC Fault Trigger Conditions.
DTC Fault Trigger Conditions
| DTC |
Description |
Fault Trigger Condition |
| PCM P0480:00 |
Fan 1 Control Circuit: No Sub Type Information |
Sets if the PCM detects the voltage on the fan control variable (FCV) circuit is not within the expected range.
|
Possible Sources
- Cooling fan circuitry concern
- Cooling fan relay
- Cooling fan clutch solenoid
- Cooling fan module (8B658)
- Cooling fan assembly (8C607)
-
PCM (12A650)
|
System Operation
Engine coolant flows primarily from the engine to the radiator circuit
and back to the coolant pump. Coolant is sent from the coolant pump
through the engine block and cylinder heads...
Special Tool(s)
Coolant/Battery RefractometerROB75240 or equivalent
D-Gas Adapter300-OTC014-R1068 or equivalent
Radiator Tester014-R1072 or equivalent
UView® Combustion Leak TesterUVU560000-R
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic prac..
Other information:
Repower
WARNING:
Incorrect repair techniques or actions can cause an
accidental Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) deployment. Never
compromise or depart from these instructions. Failure to precisely
follow all instructions could result in serious personal injury from an
accidental deployment.
NOTE:
The SRS must be fully operational and free of faults before releasing the veh..
Removal
NOTE:
Left hand (LH) shown, right hand (RH) similar.
NOTE:
Typical interior front door handle latch release cable clip shown, others similar.
Remove the front door trim panel.
Refer to: Front Door Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation)
.
NOTE:
Make sure to note the routing and attachment points
of the cables to ensure correct operation of..