Cat c12 fan clutch

Discussion in 'Heavy Duty Diesel Truck Mechanics Forum' started by raferko, Feb 12, 2019.

  1. raferko

    raferko Bobtail Member

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    Just wondering on startup why does the fan kick on? It only does this when building air pressure and once the tanks hit 80 the fan kicks off. I know this is a normal thing because all our trucks do it, just wondering why.
     
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  3. spsauerland

    spsauerland Road Train Member

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    Air supply to fan clutch solenoid is pressure protected.
     
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  4. dixie123

    dixie123 Bobtail Member

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    it happens because air pressure is what the fan off. the lack of pressure is what turns the fan on
     
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