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where is the cooling fan switch?

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Could somebody fill me in on where the switch is for the radiator fan? I've got a 97 Legacy Outback Wagon and the fan runs when it shouldn't. My father thinks it sounds like the switch is bad, so I thought I may start by throwing a new switch on, since the seem to cost less than $10. I can't find it in my manual or in the parts fiche online though! Is it the thing on the bottom of the engine block, across from the thermostat?

Thanks!

Don't believe there is a switch on that year; the ECU controls them based on speed, engine coolant temp, a/c compressor on off etc. If ECTS is unhooked, you should have a CEL/MIL and both fans running (at least that's what it does on '00obw).

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