2004 Mazda Tribute (CU) — Repair Solution

2.3L L3 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol · Radiator Fan Issue · Cooling Systems

Mazda Tribute (CU) Radiator Fan Issue Cooling Systems Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Mazda
Model: Tribute (CU)
Year: 2004
Engine: 2.3L L3 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol
Kilometres: 173,000
Area: Cooling Systems
Category: Radiator Fan Issue

Customer Complaint

Cooling fan starts intermittently

Problem Summary

Confirmed customer complaint.
Ignition turned on.
Fan would either stay on constantly or hunt up and down.
A squealing noise could be heard as the fan speed changed

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Quick Facts

CodeMAZCU04885
Vehicle2004 Mazda Tribute (CU)
Engine2.3L L3 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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