Originally Posted by
Markmx6
You don't have to change the OS, the older OS will still control the fans, and I have not verified, but should interpret the High pressure value. I currently have a 2002 Silverado running the factory OS controlling my fans just fine. I also have a 98 suburban running an 0411 running electric fans with a completely different OS.
The advantage of using the PCM to control the fans via the pressure switch vs the A/C relay is that the PCM turns the fans off when you reach a designated speed. There is no reason to have the fans running when the vehicle is traveling at 45+ mph. I personally believe it would actually cause a restriction instead of allowing the fans to free spin at those speeds.
Jason, keep in mind I'm not trying to argue with you, I'm just explaining my thought process and experiences. I did miss your comment when you replied to the need to run an 05 OS, which I agree you most cannot run a 05 OS on a 02 PCM. I am pretty sure you can go the other way around, but that isn't the point right now...
53Bowtie, the reason you can't use the later OS is because it needs the 1mb PCM which is the blue and green vs the 512kb PCM which is the blue and red that you have.