Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the cooling fan assembly including the shroud. Refer to Cooling Fan Replacement - Electric (LA1) or Cooling Fan Replacement - Electric (LY7) .
- Remove the cooling fan nuts.
- Remove the cooling fans from the shroud.
- Disconnect the fan motor electrical connectors.
- Remove the fan motor screws.
- Remove the fan motors and the heat shields from the cooling fan shroud.
CAUTION:
Refer to Electric Coolant Fan Caution in Cautions and Notices.
CAUTION:
Refer to Damaged Fan Blade Caution in Cautions and Notices.
IMPORTANT:
If abnormal noise or vibration is felt from the engine compartment, inspect and clean any foreign material from the cooling fan blades.
IMPORTANT:
Turn the cooling fan nuts clockwise to loosen.