Radiator fans continue to run with ignition turned off

[Juliasdream]

For some time I've been repeatedly getting a flat battery, usually after parking overnight

I finally realized that the radiator fans continue to run even when the ignition is switched off

I's not overheating. It happens even after driving a very short distance

In fact I only have to turn the ignition on without starting and the fans come on

I found the only way to stop it is to disconnect the power

Instead of disconnecting the battery each time I remove the fuse, end to left on top of the battery.

I can replace the fuse straight away and the fans remain still

I just have to turn on the ignition and they start again

I'd be grateful for any advice

[devonutopia]

Could be the control box underneath the passenger chassis leg that the fans all plug through?

 

I have a spare one of those if you can somehow determine it is that box.  It's about 5" x 2" x 2"

[kentphil1]

This thread may help with piccies, although the problem is different, the parts location is the same - http://www.briskoda.net/forums/topic/134015-engine-cooling-fan-ceased-functioning/

[@VRSCRO@]

Mine does this but doesnt flatten the battery although i did previously have a problem with the battery going flat over a few days which turned out to be the brake light switch sticking on.

[Juliasdream]

Could be the control box underneath the passenger chassis leg that the fans all plug through?

 

I have a spare one of those if you can somehow determine it is that box.  It's about 5" x 2" x 2"

Thank you for your reply

Sorry for delayed response, I've been away.

I'm going to try and dig deeper tomorrow and I'll let you know

[KenONeill]

Just seen this; it sounds like the fan control box has gone closed circuit to me too.

[Jamesgil]

Hi there,

Just in case, I can't remember specifically which fuse now, but if this one is out / damaged, the fans start right away with the ignition off.

Hopefully you have sorted this out.