Removal and Installation

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Remove the radiator. For additional information, refer to RADIATOR - DIESEL ENGINES .
Disconnect the cooling fan clutch electrical connector. Unclip and position the fan wiring aside.

Fig 1: Locating Cooling Fan Clutch Electrical Connector
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: The large clutch assembly nut has a RH thread and must be rotated counterclockwise to remove it.

NOTE: Use a hole in the fan hub to prevent the fan from turning.

Using the special tool, remove the cooling fan and clutch.
- To install, tighten to 155 Nm (114 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Special Tool
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
If necessary, remove the bolts and separate the cooling fan and the clutch.
- To install, tighten to 17 Nm (13 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 3: Locating Cooling Fan Clutch Bolts
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.