Removal (Lower)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Sierra, 2002 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2002 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2002 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Remove cooling fan. See FAN BLADE ASSEMBLY . If equipped with engine oil cooler, remove oil cooler hose clip from lower fan shroud. Lift lower fan shroud up in order to disengage fan shroud from retaining clips on radiator.