I did some reading on the forum and tried something someone suggested. As my "driver" cooling fan was working fine, and my "passenger" one wasn't, I decided to spin the fan blade with my hand. As a result, the passenger fan engaged. The fans worked in unison and then continued to turn on and off in unision for a few minutes as the system cycled. My mechanic thinks its a failing fan. Perhaps it is, but could it also be a poor/corroded connection? I hate to spend $200 for a single fan (is the quote he gave) and 3 hours worth of labor for something that may or may not be the issue. Would some type of WD40 lubricant on the connection or inside the motor housing have any redeeming effect? My mechanic has ordered the part, and I'd like to forego my Thursday appointment if I think I'm okay. I know, I know, in an ideal world...get it replaced. However I'd prefer not to spend $400 or so for something I can do without for the time being.

Thank you for your input.

Andrew Sugg
Durham NC