Why does the fan stay on after the car has only been on a few seconds?

It's staying on because the vehicle is still hot. Once it cools down, then they just shut off.

1. Is it normal for fan to stay on after car is off?
2. What causes car fan to keep running?
3. How long should car fan run after off?
4. Why is my car fan not turning off?
5. Why does my engine still run after I shut it off?
6. Why does my car keep running after I shut it off?
7. How can I tell if my radiator fan is working?

Is it normal for fan to stay on after car is off?

It's normal for some vehicles to have a fan run for a few minutes after the car is shut off, generally to keep the engine cool. However, if the fan is running for an extended period, the fan itself can become damaged due to overuse. ... It's possible you may have a module or relay failing in your car.

What causes car fan to keep running?

If the fan turns off, that means the relay is at fault. Furthermore, check for low coolant levels and possible leaks that may be causing it. Usually, a low coolant will equate to a hotter engine. Therefore, it will activate the fan more often.

How long should car fan run after off?

It is ok for the engine cooling fan to keep running for a few minutes after turning off the car. Your car fan will run for a few minutes after you turn off the car then turn it off. This is normal in many vehicles, such as BMW or Mercedes-Benz. The radiator fan may run up to five minutes and sometimes longer.

Why is my car fan not turning off?

Look on the inside of the lid and for the mapping of the fuses and relays with their location. Pull the cooling fan relay out of the box. Replace the cooling fan relay with a new one. A stuck closed relay is the only thing that can operate the cooling fan continuously with the key off.

Why does my engine still run after I shut it off?

Running-on is when the engine continues to turn after you've switched off the ignition because the fuel /air mixture is being ignited by a hot-spot in the combustion chamber . ... The problem can be so bad that the engine runs on for a minute or more if left alone.

Why does my car keep running after I shut it off?

Dieseling or engine run-on is a condition that can occur in spark-plug-ignited, gasoline powered internal combustion engines, whereby the engine keeps running for a short period after being turned off, drawing fuel through the carburetor, into the engine and igniting it without a spark.

How can I tell if my radiator fan is working?

A simple way to check if the radiator fan is working is to start your engine and turn the air-conditioning system (A/C) to the maximum speed. If the fan is spinning, then it means that the fan motor, fuse, wiring, and relay are all working properly.