VDO FA70748 Engine Cooling Fan Assembly

VDO Engine Cooling Fan Assembly for Volvo

The VDO FA70748 engine cooling fan assembly is built for OE-style fit, quiet operation, and dependable airflow control. It is a direct replacement for select Volvo C30, C70, S40, and V50 applications, with application-specific design for easier installation and consistent performance.

Key Features

• Engine cooling fan assembly with 12-volt operation
• Plastic and aluminum construction with black shroud and black blade
• 16.340 in. fan diameter with 7 S-blades
• Clockwise (right) fan rotation
• Integrated control unit included
• Blade connector design with 1 plug-in connector and 2 terminals
• ISO TS-certified manufacturing and OE-style assembly standards

Detailed Description

VDO FA70748 is an engine cooling fan assembly engineered for specific Volvo fitment, including 2008-2013 Volvo C30, 2006-2013 Volvo C70, 2005-2011 Volvo S40, and 2005-2011 Volvo V50. The assembly uses a plastic shroud, plastic/aluminum blade construction, and a 16.340-inch fan to deliver measured airflow for engine temperature management. With a 26-amp rating and 1251.39 airflow rate, this unit is built to support stable cooling performance in daily driving and stop-and-go conditions. The FA70748 part number is also referenced in OE-style replacement catalogs for the same application, including VDO FA70748 cross-reference use with Dorman OE Solutions 621-274.

VDO designs this cooling fan assembly for OE fit, form, and function, with precision assembly and balancing to reduce vibration. For Volvo C30, Volvo C70, Volvo S40, and Volvo V50 owners searching for a direct replacement engine cooling fan assembly, FA70748 provides a vehicle-specific solution that matches the original electrical and mechanical layout.

Common Cooling System Issues It Can Address

• Engine overheating caused by a weak or failed cooling fan motor
• Reduced airflow through the radiator at idle or low speed
• Fan noise from worn bearings or unbalanced operation
• Intermittent fan operation from electrical or control-unit failure
• Poor temperature control during traffic, towing, or warm-weather driving

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector style, terminal count, and fan rotation before installation. This assembly uses a plug-in connector with male blade terminals and includes a control unit, so confirm the vehicle’s electrical connection matches the original layout. Inspect the radiator support area, wiring, and surrounding cooling components before fitting the new assembly. For best results, compare the original unit to the FA70748 dimensions and mounting points before final installation.

Quality Assurance

VDO manufactures this cooling fan assembly in ISO TS-certified facilities and tests it to OEM specifications. The brand’s OE-focused design approach supports consistent fitment and dependable operation for Volvo cooling system service.