6.7L Diesel
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- If removed, install the fan drive (2). Tighten bolts (1) to 32 N.m (24 ft. lbs.).
- If removed, install the fan drive pulley (1). Tighten bolts (2) to 10 N.m (89 in. lbs.).CAUTION:
The electronically controlled viscous fan drive is vibration and impact sensitive, especially at the electrical connectors. Do not drop the unit.
- If remove, Install the accessory drive belt. Refer to BELT, SERPENTINE, INSTALLATION .
- Install the fan blade assembly (3) to the electrically controlled viscous fan drive (1). Tighten nuts (2) to 14 N.m (124 in. lbs.).
- Install the bracket (1) and connect wire harness connector onto the fan hub (3).
- Position the fan/fan drive assembly inside fan shroud.
- Tilt the fan shroud/fan blade toward front of vehicle and position the fan shroud/fan blade as an assembly into the engine compartment.
- Install the fan blade/fan drive assembly to the fan pulley by turning the mounting nut clockwise (as viewed from front). The threads on the viscous fan drive are RIGHT-HAND. A 48 mm Fan Wrench can be used. Place a bar or screwdriver between the fan pulley bolts to prevent pulley from rotating. Tighten the mounting nut to 153 N.m (113 ft. lbs.).
- Install the two bottom fan shroud nuts (1). Tighten nuts (1) to 22 N.m (16 ft. lbs.).
- Install the passenger side fan shroud mounting nut (1). Tighten nut (1) to 22 N.m (16 ft. lbs.).
- Install the driver side fan shroud mounting nut (1). Tighten nut (3) to 22 N.m (16 ft. lbs.).
- Position and connect the fan drive wire harness connector (2) and install support retainer (1).
- Connect the electronically controlled viscous fan electrical connector (2) at the fan shroud.
- Install the upper radiator shroud (1) and fasteners (2).
- Install the engine cover (2) and fasteners (1, 4).
- Remove the oil dip stick (3).
- Connect both negative battery cables.NOTE:
Viscous Fan Drive Fluid Pump Out Requirement: After installing a new viscous fan drive, bring the engine speed up to approximately 2000 RPM and hold for approximately two minutes. This will ensure proper fluid distribution within the drive.
- Start the vehicle and check for proper clearance between the fan blade assembly and the fan shroud.