Remove it and connect the black and red wires that go to the fan controller across the battery, red to + and black to -
If it runs, get a new fan controller module :
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If not, then get a new fan : http://www.ebay.com/itm/HVAC-Blower-Motor-4-Seasons-75897-/281409031445?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Model%3ACrossfire&hash=item4185490d15&vxp=mtr