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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Engine Cooling Fan Motor & Bolts
    GM381381Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the engine cooling fan motor.
  2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  3. Install the cooling fan motor bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 6 N.m (53 lb in).

  4. Fig 2: Identifying Engine Cooling Fan Blade & Nut
    GM381377Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the engine cooling fan blade.
  6. Install the engine cooling fan blade nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 6 N.m (53 lb in).

  7. Fig 3: Identifying Cooling Fan Shroud
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    IMPORTANT: Ensure the lower edge of the fan shroud engages the clip at the bottom of the radiator.
  8. Install the fan shroud.
  9. Install the cooling fan shroud bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 6 N.m (53 lb in).

  10. Install the cooling fan electrical harness to the fan shroud clips.
  11. Connect the engine cooling fan motors electrical connectors.
  12. Install the fan shroud clip to the condenser tubes.
  13. Fig 4: Identifying Fan Shroud To Condenser Hold Down Bracket Bolt
    GM1202860Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Install the bolt that connects the fan shroud to the condenser hold down bracket.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 6 N.m (53 lb in).

  15. Fig 5: View Of Fan Shroud To Radiator Upper Support Brackets
    GM1202856Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  16. Install the radiator upper support brackets and bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  17. Install the transmission oil cooler lines to the retainer at the bottom of the fan shroud.
  18. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement .
  19. Install the PCM harness clip on to the fan shroud.
  20. Install the engine mount struts. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement - Left Side and to Engine Mount Strut Replacement - Right Side .
  21. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (L26) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (LY7) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (LS4) .
  22. Inspect the engine cooling fans for proper operation.