How to test a variable speed fan clutch on a 2006 6.0?

Got a 2006 F-450 with Powerstroke. Got codes P0480 fan 1 Got a 2006 F-450 with Powerstroke. Got codes P0480 fan 1 control circuit and P0528 fan speed sensor circuit no signal. Where shoud I start looking? read more Ron ASE Certified Technician Vocational, Technical or Trade Scho 27,281 satisfied customers

How to remove the fan clutch from a Ford?

Please enter a question. The KD Tools 2-Piece 6.0L Powerstroke Fan Clutch Kit is designed specifically for use with Ford vehicles equipped with the 6.0-liter Powerstroke diesel engine, available since 2003. Use this tool kit to remove the fan clutch.

What happens when you have a bad fan clutch?

A stuck fan clutch will cause excessive, unnecessary drag on the engine, which can cause a drop in power, acceleration, and fuel efficiency, sometimes to a quite noticeable degree. As the fan clutch is one of the main cooling system components, it is very important to the proper operation of the engine.

What is an electric fan clutch?

The fan clutch is a cooling system component that controls the operation of the engine cooling fans. While many newer vehicles now use electric cooling fans to keep the engine cool, many older vehicles used a mechanical fan clutch to control the fans.

Is there a fan clutch for a Ford PowerStroke?

Fan Clutch Pulley Holder Set for 6.0 Liter Ford Powerstroke – 3950 . Usually ships within 5 to 7 days. . Only 10 left in stock – order soon. . . . .

When does Ford 6.0 fan clutch pulley holder come out?

Fan Clutch Pulley Holder Set for 6.0 Liter Ford Powerstroke – 3950 . Usually ships within 5 to 7 days. . Only 10 left in stock – order soon.

Can a bad fan clutch cause an AC to not work?

The guy calls back and says the fan clutch for the radiator is bad. He can run a hose on the radiator and the air is cold but the truck doesn’t over heat. Does that sound right to anyone? Why wouldn’t the engine over heat if the fan wont spin, and why would this problem cause the ac not to work?

How to test a variable speed fan clutch on a 2006 6.0?