Engine fan stays on after the ignition is turned off.

Asked by Guru3GTDV Jul 20, 2020 at 05:40 PM about the 2001 Acura CL 3.2 FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

After a two hour drive on a very hot day the engine fan remains on after the
engine and ignition are turned off. Is this OK?

1 Answer
1,845

Peter answered 4 years ago

The fan can run up to 20 minutes after the engine is turned off. This is to cool the engine after a very hot drive. So no engine damage occurs, like warped heads and other issues.

2 people found this helpful.
Mark helpful

Your Answer:

Related Questions

Own this car?

Share your experience with others.

2001 Acura CL

Write a car review

Review another car

Shortcuts

Search Acura CL Questions

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    ss1007
    Reputation
    510
  • #2
    jamesestockley
    Reputation
    220
  • #3
    Tom Harmon
    Reputation
    180
View All

Know more, shop wisely

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used Acura TL
75 Great Deals out of 1,015 listings starting at $2,900
Used Honda Accord
1,625 Great Deals out of 30,661 listings starting at $1,495
Used Honda Civic
1,512 Great Deals out of 29,135 listings starting at $995

Used Cars For Sale

2003 Acura CL 3.2 FWD For Sale
4 listings starting at $3,499
2002 Acura CL 3.2 FWD For Sale
2 listings
2001 Acura CL 3.2 FWD For Sale
1 listings starting at $5,495

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.