Info on Engine Cooling Fan Contol Module - Nissan 350GT,Infiniti G35 , PV36

[Elcid]

Some info to share after a bit of research:

The updated Nissan OEM part number for my 2007, V36 350GT is : 214934GA0A (old part number is 21493EH10A) - Circa $100 to $200 AUD dependant on brand/quality

The interchangeable part is (as seen here: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005004459559212.html) : 1355A408 (Cooling Fan Control Module For Mitsubishi Lancer 02-06 ) - Circa $30-40 (AUssie stock and free delivery) example : https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/153550014872

Both these parts look identical, however I'll be purchasing the MIsubishi part number. The OEMs supplier is the same for Nissan/Infiniti/Mitsubishi - Calsonic Kansei part# 21493

 

FYI My fan controller needs changing as the fan is always on. 

Happy DIY-ing folks!

 

Edited May 10, 2023 by Elcid
Adding Calsonic part #

[Elcid]

Video of a unit being taken apart : 

 

[awsam]

12 hours ago, Elcid said:

Some info to share after a bit of research:

The updated Nissan OEM part number for my 2007, V36 350GT is : 214934GA0A (old part number is 21493EH10A) - Circa $100 to $200 AUD dependant on brand/quality

The interchangeable part is (as seen here: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005004459559212.html) : 1355A408 (Cooling Fan Control Module For Mitsubishi Lancer 02-06 ) - Circa $30-40 (AUssie stock and free delivery) example : https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/153550014872

Both these parts look identical, however I'll be purchasing the MIsubishi part number. The OEMs supplier is the same for Nissan/Infiniti/Mitsubishi - Calsonic Kansei part# 21493

 

FYI My fan controller needs changing as the fan is always on. 

Happy DIY-ing folks!

 

Following this as Im having the same issue at the moment. I didn't realise they were on for so long, now one of the motors squeaks as it winds down when turning the car off. I was looking at one from a 2011 wreck, but the yard is taking forever to give me a price lol.

[Elcid]

Lol, will keep you posted mate.

If I recall right the squeaks can be solved the using a long straw nozzled spray grease , spraying straight into the fan motor.

[Vee37]

3 hours ago, Elcid said:

Lol, will keep you posted mate.

If I recall right the squeaks can be solved the using a long straw nozzled spray grease , spraying straight into the fan motor.

I dont know where we are talking about or followed the thread, but if its electrical, PTFE lubricant may be better. You can get it from JayCar.

[awsam]

12 hours ago, Elcid said:

Lol, will keep you posted mate.

If I recall right the squeaks can be solved the using a long straw nozzled spray grease , spraying straight into the fan motor.

Was just gonna wd40 it when I go to replace the fcm

[Vee37]

10 hours ago, awsam said:

Was just gonna wd40 it when I go to replace the fcm

Note, WD40 is not a lubricant. It is "Water Displacement 40". It will also dissolve grease and fall away & the area will "dry up". It just happens to provide a very temporary apparent lubricant action.

 

I personally think it evil as it gives an immediate impression something is lubricated, but it will actually make it even worse in the long run. I now use the PTFE spray (tiny plastic marbles) where most would use WD40.

Edited May 12, 2023 by Vee37

[Elcid]

Great idea on the PTFE lubricant too. Agree, avoid WD -40 since it will get worse over time..

[awsam]

2 hours ago, Vee37 said:

Note, WD40 is not a lubricant. It is "Water Displacement 40". It will also dissolve grease and fall away & the area will "dry up". It just happens to provide a very temporary apparent lubricant action.

 

I personally think it evil as it gives an immediate impression something is lubricated, but it will actually make it even worse in the long run. I now use the PTFE spray (tiny plastic marbles) where most would use WD40.

Thanks a lot for that info, I had no idea. Did a quick search and WD40 do a ptfe. Would this be suitable?
https://www.bunnings.com.au/wd-40-150g-specialist-anti-friction-dry-ptfe-lubricant_p6100410

[Vee37]

1 hour ago, awsam said:

Thanks a lot for that info, I had no idea. Did a quick search and WD40 do a ptfe. Would this be suitable?
https://www.bunnings.com.au/wd-40-150g-specialist-anti-friction-dry-ptfe-lubricant_p6100410

I dont know. I haven't really followed the thread and thus dont understand the use, I just have a knee jerk reaction to people using WD40, and had no idea WD40 did a PTFE one or ever used it. My can from JayCar has lasted me for years, and so is my first and only can. I did buy another can once for someone else who had a temp car with a very squeaky fan belt, and the WD40 he used lasted for 1 drive where as the PTFE went on working.

I originally got this stuff to also use near electricals, which reading the WD40 version, has no mention specifically at bunnings blurb. To be clear, I dont actually know which would be better. However, JayCar is cheaper, specifically meant to work near electronics (ie not conductive) AND you still get more. Also, I just notice it does explicitly suggest use in automotive cases.

https://www.jaycar.com.au/dry-lubricant-spray/p/NA1013?pos=2&queryId=f216ad417d61e2f0f75768df405fb90b&sort=relevance&searchText=lubricant

And to be clear, maybe the grease still might be a better option. I know I use it for my garage Door tracks. 

[Elcid]

Hey Awsam,

 

The replacement worked perfect. Exact hardware match and works well now. No constantly ON fans. Checked when the engine was cold, with (both fans on) and without A/C (fans off) - works well. Will be confirming that the fans turn on when the engine gets hot too. Should be fine, will report back if not. 

Use this vid for detail of removal process :

 

Images of the part attached. The unmarked one is the new one. I bought this : https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/144660931416?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=705-154756-20017-0&ssspo=ywpbmkztsqc&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=JqKD_6noRQW&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

Happy DIY-ing!

Edited May 12, 2023 by Elcid
Added photos of part

[Elcid]

Fan turns on perfect! So all good

[awsam]

15 hours ago, Elcid said:

Fan turns on perfect! So all good

Sorted. Bought one, cheers 👍

[awsam]

On 15/05/2023 at 9:06 AM, Elcid said:

Fan turns on perfect! So all good

Just an update. Got that part in, plastic was brittle and one of the clips broke pretty easily. Still went together fine, and my fans are running as they should now

[Elcid]

Ah nice one!

Interesting your clip broke, maybe quality of the plastic might be inconsistent...

[Elcid]

*update* while working on something else, I found that the bottom plug that goes to the Drivers side fan was loose. Left fan was not working. Please ensure you use extra force to push the plug in. Once secure, it will be hard to pull out.