DIAGNOSING A NON WORKING RADIATOR FAN,TESTING FAN SWITCH W/ A SODA CAN, WATER & FIRE HONDA CIVIC

This is the detailed process of how to diagnose an overheating problem (Radiator Fan not working) on a 1997 Honda Civic. This procedure works on most cars not just The civic Put Jesus at the center of it all God Bless.

[@akprice8242]

I did an elbow drop from the top of my house landing on the like button and still don't think I liked this video hard enough! Thank you for making sense of these sensors. After watching a mess of videos, thank you for letting me know I don't have to tear half of my car apart diagnosing this issue.

[@Strath21]

I've never commented on a video since I started using youtube, but this video is the best thing I've ever seen. Best explanation of everything he's doing by far. Covers a broad spectrum of problems so you don't waste your money either!

[@RedondoBeach2]

Every minute of this video is value added. I appreciate that you make no assumptions about what viewers know or don't know. You explain every detail clearly, quickly and logically.

[@kyledavids]

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[@Colata367]

3 years old but this video still blows my mind, your explanations skills are really a gift!!

[@kingiburu2778]

when you pulled the cooling fan relay off and tested the switch inside the thing by giving it a charge..... that was awesome. I love that even though you didnt need to do that you were still willing to show us another technique. Just found out today that my radiator fan stopped working. So time to have some fun and start diagnosing the cooling sytem. Thank you so much oldschool.

[@albertvasquez7981]

thank you first of all for taking the time to make the video. You need to become a teacher. your clear precise educational tutorial definitely suits you a master teacher. thank you again for your time

[@charleysturbos7320]

Teachers are told to teach a lot of wrong history and other stuff as well. He has way to much common sense to teach lies. He would however be great at doing what he is doing now but at a higher level i think he helps thousands yearly. Pretty much everything i check science wise or history when i dig very deep i find they lie about pretty much everything we were taught. For example Nicola Tesla we never learned about and he was the smartest guy i've ever heard of a hundred times over. Instead we hear about freemason sellouts who steal others works and ideas and patents and they got the credit. For instance did you know electric cars were around in 1830's but wasn't practical till 1870's or so. But then Ford motor company bribed Edison scum bag who stole patents and killed a couple people at least who were suing him. And basically Ford bribed Edison by paying off since Ford had assembly line and nobody could compete and they killed the electric car that could get 100 miles per charge. They also had steem cars and they killed everything because later they started finding oil in texas at that time as well. So I'm sure the oil industry worked with Ford to suppress technology for over a hundred years. Just like GM did with their electric cars way before Tesla when they crushed a bunch of great working electric cars. Who killed the electric cars if your curious. Also Kepler stole work, Edison stole and was horrible towards Tesla. On and on and on when you look stuff up. Even Hitler and the gunshot and cyanide death in 45 was wrong. When i read they burned his body twice after his death in a hour i knew they were hiding the truth. Fifteen hours later i realized he died in argentina in 1962 , february 13 at three pm at hotel Eden.For more info on that their is "Chasing Hitler, Greatest story never told or Adolpho. A hundred or more people verified that as well as fifty or so working for him all that time. Also he was majorly suppressed in his country financially ,a lot like many countries are. Federal reserve isn't federal either it's rothschilds and rockefellers. The creature from jekyll island is a great book on that.

[@kikillocon]

Man tanks bro appreciate you time to teach us something new.having trouble with my 007 gmc sierra cooling fan won’t come out ...so my truck start overheating ...only if i turn ac they will work need to ge them fix before summer..here in Phoenix arizona with 90 to116f on summer seasontruck will overheat in no time😫..tanks agin 👍🤝

[@RajSingh-ft2bq]

Damn u good man god bless

[@pablotapia2346]

@@charleysturbos7320 u still alive goverment didnt get ya?

[@JSWMobileMedia]

Great video. Respect for someone who tests to find the issue, rather than just throwing parts at the problem.

[@eyesalooking]

I am a visual learner, and this explanation is the best I have ever seen. I am experiencing a problem of the fan not coming on a 1999 Saturn SC2 coupe. I had to let it idle for a long period of time because I was getting ready to drain the automatic transmission fluid and do a filter change. It caused the coolant to boil and overflow. I have been watching other videos on how to diagnose the problem, but your video is the one that explained it best on how to figure out what was not working so I didn't spend money buying parts that I didn't need. Thank you, brother.

[@nathaliegonthier5967]

This is the cat you wanna be with when shit starts falling apart or when the zombies attack. Well done!

[@supamario830]

I've never commented on a youtube video but I just wanted to thank you for you explaining every single step. Not of most KZbin videos do. Thank you.

[@IamTMSchwabe1111]

OG Tech! Good Teacher Thanks, and the Lord gives Wisdom and from his mouth comes Knowledge and Understanding.

[@henrietn]

I love it how you diagnose with basic tools and not in a large garage. Respect!

[@oldskoolfunk71]

Hendrick Hallo, everything I do is a result of learning from school, on the job, oldskool mechanics and plain ol innovation and skool hard knocks. They gave to me now im giving back, Thank You.

[@jeangalindo6132]

Great video man I love all the explanation thanks for that but I'm more thankful to Jesus for having people like you.

[@oldskoolfunk71]

+Jean Galindo Amen. Keep your strength in Jesus Christ, stay SOLID and UNMOVABLE in the Lord

[@electseed]

+ sexylitehaiti You described my problem to a "t". All the things that make the fan work check OK.. only left to question the new temperature senor which I wouldn't want to think is bad. Did you find the solution to this situation? Thanks!

[@electseed]

+sexylitehaiti Mine is a 97 Mercury Tracer, Just replaced temp. sensor (and sending unit - reason I done it because my gauge was reading high and acting sporadic ). My temp. gauge typically only runs about a 1/3 of the way over. I let it run till it was about 1/2 or slightly passed and it had not come on. I wondered if it might be even as you described-that is, it won't kick in till it get further over - out of my comfort zone - dont like the "close to overheating" point :). I can kick it on with the A/C and a little ago I straight wire the fan to a switch, but with the new sensor I thought I could eliminate that but maybe not. Don't typically require the fan, but in stop and go conditions need it.

[@TheMityquin]

I know nothing about cars except how to put gas in it, but you made this so easy to understand. Thanks!!!

[@kazilziya830]

excellent job breaking down your diagnostic testing and EXPLAINING step by step procedures without being too technical. Teaching viewers that they don't have to be certified mechanics to figure out a problem without expensive equipment. TY

[@Bahai111]

One of the best videos I've ever seen. Your teaching methods are right on spot! I learned from this video for sure! Thanks for the video. I first saw this video and forgot to bookmark it and couldn't locate it again. I was searching like a road runner looking for it. I finally located it again and was relieved! That says how great this video is. I am buying the same Fluke meter you have also. That's a big part of the game having the proper meter with the different leads. Thanks again!!!

[@these2boots]

back, two years later for a different part of the system. Eric the car guy is awesome, but oldskool funk be boiling with a torch and a soda can! that's that DIY i can get behind. thanks again, bud.

[@jimzalkins4008]

I really like this guy. Hes a no-bullshit grass roots instructor. We need more guys like him. Covered everything needed and why. The Power of the Lord Shines thru AGAIN

[@jusaguy9849]

Very sharp troubleshooting skills! Inspirational, thorough, methodical, and just plain smart is what comes to mind. You broke it down old Skool, you showed us, showed us again, proved it, then recapped it. As if that wasn't enough, you closed it out with a tribute to Christ and some words of wisdom and encouragement. Hats off to you, thanks!

[@lightbringer53]

You're the true DIY junk yard mechanic making it look good. ;) I love how you teach about what is going on with the vehicle and how things are supposed to work. Very interesting. I also appreciate the encouragement at the end of all your videos. Showing your love for Jesus. That's whats up.

[@oldskoolfunk71]

Right on Luke Martin, its all about helping each other out. keep your head up bro and stay strong in the faith.

[@lynnbrown61]

oldskool funk really do appreciate all the help. I was told by a mechanic shop to trash my 1994 nissan maxima after they put in a radiator. They told me it was a blown head gasket and wasn't worth fixing. I have a broke leg and couldn't do the diagnosis on the engine. I kept the car in the driveway and did a lot of research and you were spot on. Thank you so much. Joe

[@juanmelendez3487]

I’ve been looking for days on a video like this very detailed you even went as far to break it down in sections no other videos shows that .. I have to thank you for showing me how to troubleshoot the cooling fan not turning on.. 🙏🏼 thank you

[@xanteup]

Oldskool if you read this i just want to let you know you're the man, you've got amazing, inspirational and informative videos Being a SanDiego native its refreshing to feel the hometown vibes thru your videos. Im a DIY'r and a mechanic for the Coast Guard and I can't even begin to explain how much your videos help all your followers and myself while were out wrenching in the garage. I've been trying to diagnose an overheating issue with my wifes civic for the last week or so and you helped me confirm what the issue is. Thanks again homie, God Bless!

[@teresagear2174]

Thanks so much for taking the time to make this video sir ! You are an awesome teacher and my Hero.You saved the day for me in a big way. It's people like you that make the world a better place to live.Wishing you all the best that life has to offer ! Stay safe , we need you .

[@JarredRandom]

Been watching your videos for years man, i always find myself rewatching them when i need some extra motivation.

[@Filmmakertom]

Absolutely the best demonstration of troubleshooting I've seen!!!! Bravo!!! Oldschool

[@jbpost52]

Thanks Oldskook Funk, the task of teaching others the mechanics of car mechanics is a gift you have for sure. I enjoyed seeing how a non operating fan can cause havoc to the car. This problem was a cause for the head gasket failure on the previous video you expained. Keep up the help, we are all inspired by your lessons of mechanics. I sure know I am.

[@Tex_Babylon]

I stumbled on one of your videos and immediately subscribed. I really admire your skills, what you have to teach and the generosity with which you teach it. I'm sure I'm not alone in that. Thank you Sir.

[@WilCoulbourn]

Great video. Solid explanation and liked the extra bits about the "why" of what is happening. Also saved an expensive trip to the shop just to figure out the fan had died. thanks!

[@shaqwalcott1326]

this guy is awesome im thankful for his time and patients he uses to educate us

[@zstackz98]

Respect to this guy he went over everything very thoroughly, I’m having the same exact problem with my RSX right now I’m gonna go thru the steps and try to fix it

[@imp3nda456]

Thank you for posting this! I’ve watched so many videos and none of them made any sense. Your’s clicked for me. Thank you!!!

[@loubedoo2129]

Thanks for the detailed troubleshooting. I now will be able to determine why the radiator fan (which tested working) is not turning on. Thank you!

[@makotohagata8891]

Your video is actually the most complete steps to diagnose radiator fan malfunction. I have been checking a lot of KZbin videos to solve my Civic 1999 ex overheating problem for quite long time by myself. I was discouraged not to be able to find the cause. I feel that I finally found the real how-to instruction for "a home made mechanic want to be". I will take your step by step instruction to solve the fan problem. I appreciate your uploading of this video and continue helping those who need helps to fix their loved cars. Thank you very much. BigMak

[@oldskoolfunk71]

Right On Makoto Hagata, I appreciate the comment very much and that makes me want to continue to help as many people as possible. I hope it can help you out this principle is the basic way to check fan operation/senors for most cars. Take on the challenge be courageous and GET AFTER IT... God Bless

[@teammarsters3085]

Very Thorough ma man!!!! Massive help! Great to be taught the alphabet in car diagnostics instead of the vowels like most people do in mechanics shops... Love the final piece of continuity advice.... put Jesus Christ first in your life and to never give up! Respect!

[@imeldakay4758]

Thank you so much for a straightforward, common sense guide to testing the cooling system. I boiled up my Fiat convertible, Head seems OK, but fan not working. I will follow this today and mend it. Thanks again, Mick

[@elizabethhaggard4368]

You ROCK! My bf kept telling me to buy different parts. With your help I diagnosed it and fixed it myself. Much love and God bless !

[@demofresh103]

oldskool funk has excellent instructional skills. This is a good start-to-finish diagnosis video. These tests are a great place to start and eliminate common problems before attempting leak & block testing, which involves renting/purchasing expensive pressure testing equipment (among other things) & hunting down the high-dollar adapters for the cap & radiator filler neck. One more thing... I want to share my experience testing the sensor on the stove, because I only got accurate tests by supporting the sensor around the plastic or insulator parts and not allowing the metal components of the sensor to come into direct electrical contact with any other metal (including the cooking pot). Also, my multimeter doesn't auto-range. If I remember correctly, I set it to 200 Ohm and it seemed to work fine. That's all! Great video.

[@danikh5761]

6years and your video is very useful

[@rayfalcone6897]

you made a believer of me .........my friend,........being and old retired old school mechanic myself, you remind me of me when I was younger, now retired at 82 ......great diagnosis,thank yo u for sharing....

[@stephenlacher5460]

Well done! Got to be one of the BEST tutorial videos I've seen!!

[@shannsmith-vahle2987]

BEST MECHANIC ON KZbin BY FAR !!

[@mauinka123]

A Respectable diagnostic that the average person should advance from this demonstration, I highly recommend your attribute to all, Nelson from Maui

[@kirthmicheals7759]

I JUST WANT TO SAY THANK YOU FOR GUIDING ME THOUGH THE WHOLE TEST ,I'M VERY HAPPY I HAVE FOUND MY PROBLEM AND MY FAN IS WORKING .THANKS ONCE AGAIN FOR SAVING ME MONEY :)

[@ansonsmith7753]

Dude, by far the best description video on this subject. Awesome. God bless!

[@bio10155]

This is by far the best radiator fan diagnosis viedio I've seen! You approach it with a good scientific principle in the process of elimination. Well done! I'm definitely a subscriber :)

[@gevoorot]

Thank you, maestro, for refreshing my memory in doing a process of elimination for the cooling electrical system.

[@joseblan8981]

Hell yeah bro my grand Marquis on 24's is back in action thanks to you man.. watching from PHX,Az

[@Nyck461]

Your video is the best that I ever saw about this issue. There are a lot of details. It is like a class for students. Thanks for posting it, congratulations for your very well made video.

[@SurreptitiousBean]

Awesome video, thanks! I just followed these suggestions to diagnose my radiator fan failure. Turns out the fan was bad, but I was able to make sure relays and other components were good.

[@callumrhodes7669]

Old school you have a video for every one of my problems 👊

[@Timetodiebruh]

Sir I’d like to shake your hand. Simplest instructions. Super effective. And very informative. You saved me some money so thank you. Keep teaching🙏🏽

[@rangersammy]

Thanks again for your assistance. Fan died and your simple test example helped me figure that out.

[@pgarcia128]

Thank you Brother for providing useful and detailed videos. This really helped me, much love to you and your channel. Keep them coming, you are inspiring.God bless you and your family!!

[@PIGLETTWTERRETS]

OMG my 98 crown vic plays this overheating game and i have been looking for ways to check all this stuff on my own.I believe I have all the info i need now and just as soon as the sun comes up i will attack the problem.Thanks so much i subscribed and i will be watching your vids learning alot and passing it on.

[@MikeNichols50]

Thanks for the video! I like the attention you pay to details in your presentation.

[@thegreatnitchi5066]

This is how diy videos SHOULD BE DONE. Props to you sir... G-shit. No mumbling, No shit camera angles, so on and so on. +1 subscriber man. Keep em coming N thnx!

[@TheSchmauss1]

Great Video. Love how you showed every step. I do a lot of self diagnosis for family and friends this is very easy to follow.

[@robertrobertson2485]

WOW!! Love the video You are the most through person I have seen showing how to videos. Thank you, God bless you for helping us newbie's learn and save a buck.

[@mariodagostino3793]

Very good man. The best detailed process I ever came across. I wish I could ask you a question about my car because you are the man that can explain and listeners will easily understand. You are blessed man, God Be with you always

[@husseinlodhee2357]

Watching from France..The best video I have seen on You tube..You are a Genius Sir ,with good explanation and tools we need..Thanks so much ...Merci beaucoup..

[@jonathanmejia1532]

Thank you so much for creating this video! I do not know anything about cars especially not electrical talk. But with this video you have taught me so much about testing electrical matter.

[@PAMAROSHOUSE]

man bro you are the bomb in the way you teach and diagnose things. firme all the way, I like you scan tool too that an awesome thing to hve tells you everything.keep it up and keep jesus in your life. peace.

[@stuzman52]

I watched a few of your videos to get a feel of how you share information with your viewers. You show a strong passion for your work and also to your audience in helping them learn the techniques of diagnostics. Also, I liked the detail that you show in your videos, and therefore, you've earned a subscription from me. Keep up the good work.

[@oldskoolfunk71]

Thanks stuzman52 I see you have an electrical back round. I was watching your hall effect video and it reminded me of when I was in automotive school, Great video, Love the detail you provide and I look forward to watching your videos and learning. keep them coming appreciate the comment God bless.

[@stuzman52]

Glad you liked the video oldskool and looking forward to your videos also. Take care...

[@SomarDee]

I know this is an old post but when I saw that DIY sensor pot, that was it for me. Sub pressed 😁. Now I'm looking for the DIY sensor video 🤣 Exactly the type of stuff I want to see when I watch tubes. Thank you !

[@BarboursAutoHelp]

Dude! That is a great multi-meter. I had the same one for years. Worked great.

[@fvshionvry9116]

What's it called

[@CreeperGangServer]

You're the man. Thanks for being so thorough with your explanations.

[@kris3222]

You're a G. Those methods are straight up mad scientist. Thanks for sharing.

[@iansmall5399]

in harsh economic times like these you are a brothers keeper

[@clairemarie8862]

Oldskool funk always the best tutorial videos on KZbin thank you 🙏 great for those who don’t mind a little time spent and bit of hard work to save some cash on repairs,watch his other videos people you will learn a lot

[@roninwpb]

Great troubleshooting!....This helped me get my 92 accord diagnosed, as i had thought it was the ECT Switch. These tests confirmed it. Thanks!

[@oldskoolfunk71]

Your welcome Ron, Thats very rewarding for me to hear brother, God Bless.

[@anthonydonald8812]

I like how you explain things.....you show respect to all.....god bless you

[@waynrayngmail]

Excellent video, thank you. I couldn't find much on testing the fan switch before this. You have an audience in Canada as well.

[@sebastiantufigno6955]

Best system to check fault 100% manual; welldone mate. Greetings from Malta Europe.

[@brayseville8468]

dude your videos are great. easy to digest and straight forward

[@Albertthegreat2010]

You're freakin awesome bro. Thanks! God bless and keep up the good work.

[@speedshiftr88]

We need more mechanics like you...ima try this on my car...appreciate the video bro...

[@kobe0834]

love that paperclip test it saved me a ton of time, my fan came on which told me the fan, relay, and fuses were good ... WOW nice trick

[@dnlmachine4287]

My brother!!! "You know what - forget waiting" - Thats the spirit! I love it, true DIY right there. Keep up the good work, Stay gold.

[@tonyginger1245]

What a great video and well voiced with clear instruction. You shoud be teaching buddy. Really appreciate you taking the time to do this.

[@josel64]

Thanks a lot man, that's exactly what my Mitsubishi Galant problem is. I already replace the thermostat. The fan is directly connected to the power, so its always on when I bought it last year. Now I want to put this back to it's original state. I will try to test the sensor probably tomorrow, I just call in for the day now. Helps me alot. Thanks again. GOD Bless you...

[@elcesarnavarro]

Thank you soooooo much oldskool!!! my sister's 96 civic had the same problem so i followed your steps and found that it also needed the fan switch. so i fixed it :D Thanks again.

[@vafemco]

Nice job.. Well done explaining the switching system for the radiator fan. You really know what is happening in the system. Great job.. God bless..

[@tjames22123]

You are a true teacher. Keep up the excellent work!

[@memphis52k]

your the man.this is gunna help me big time hope I narrow it down on my 05 civic to what the problem is.thanks for the vid

[@Diecast_hunter913]

God bless, I was this dealing with this this past weekend lol, went to the Logan junk and pulled 4 thermo switch just to see but I ended up hooking a power switch to the fan so I van turn it on manually ,but now after watching this I'm gona do it the right way. Thanks again and god bless brother love your videos

[@oldskoolfunk71]

Right on Mr Sawvyeej, Logan Heights in San Diego? I just drove through there yesterday past Mini trucks Junk Yard (used to go there all the time lol). I use to rig up and bypass the fans on cars a lot, and would do it again if I could not figure out the problem lol. nothing wrong with a temp fix.

[@Cabezeo13]

I have the same car and i cant explain how thankful i am for This video G, same problem and everything thank you sir

[@GSGSongs]

Fantastic video, thanks very much, thanks to you're video I Diagnosed my esposas 1998 Pontiac Sunfire , fixed it for about 40 bucks.

[@MrGracentruth]

...appreciate it, Bro. You gave a very in-depth troubleshooting method. THANKS A MILLION. God Bless You. I like what you do. Keep doing it. You are a blessing to many. (Psalms 1:3)

[@SeanJConnolly]

Awesome video and amazing inspirational message at the end. God bless you and thank you

[@hebrewloc9416]

man u are the shizznet, lol but seriously ur a life saver. I'm a self and world taught mechanic. it's guys like u that taught me what I know about cars. I'm just know really learning electrical stuff cause of course the newer the car the more computers, sensors, wiring and more come with it. I've been dealing with 2010 aveo and at this point if I wasn't my mom's car I would kicked it down the road. however I watched this video cause my 2000 Plymouth grand Voyager over heated yesterday in traffic with the wife and my 4 kids with me. I discovered the fans not coming on, not even when I turned the a/c on, which of course they should immediately turn on when a/c is turned on. I was wondering how to figure what going on. u just saved me time, $ and most likely my sanity. so thanx my brother and my God bless u every day. ur saint to someone like me. thank you very much

[@bigmak9026]

Thanks a mil! You saved me lots of money and aggravation.

[@knowledgewind]

Best diagnostic video on this topic on KZbin very well done, thank you. Subscribed an like.

[@rauflh]

Thank you so much bro, I just diagnosed my fan problem and it was the thermo switch. Thank you again bro you were big help.

[@geraldkonohia1272]

my man you are one helluva teacher !!! solid job !

[@BLAKizLurKin]

Very great video! You learn how a temperature sensor works as well as diagnosing the fans from a scientific perspective where you can do yourself.

[@ObengAddison]

Great job man! The video is on point, very informative, plain to understand and all i can say is well done man. I'm going to use this info to fix my toyota corolla 2002 model with slight overheating problems.

[@funbrothers96]

"you the Man " Props from Australia Thank You

[@MrPrios1]

That was the most helpful video on this, the problem was a bad or loose connector, when it put it all back it worked fine. But I know it is one of the connectors next time it fails. great video.

[@user-uj1xg7hb2u]

What a video from you boss, I will never forget you in my Auto Electrical Repair works

[@stevecurry7002]

keep up with the videos and i will keep watching, u the best oldschool funk, u have helped me along the way to auto repairs keep up the great work.