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Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan, 2011 Lincoln MKZ, and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING article.
  2. If equipped, detach the 2 block heater wiring retainers from the cooling fan motor and shroud.
  3. Remove the splash shield.
    Fig 1: Locating Splash Shield
    G06272329Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Detach the lower radiator hose pin-type retainer from the cooling fan motor and shroud.
  5. Remove the battery tray. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING & CABLES -- FUSION, MILAN & MKZ article.
  6. Remove the 2 bolts and position the auxiliary relay box aside.
    • To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
  7. Detach all the wiring harness retainers from the cooling fan and shroud.
  8. Disconnect the Evaporative Emission (EVAP) canister purge valve electrical connector.
  9. Disconnect the cooling fan electrical connector.
  10. NOTE: LH shown in the illustration, RH similar.
    Fig 2: Locating Cooling Fan Motor And Shroud Tabs
    G06272330Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Release the 2 tabs and remove the cooling fan motor and shroud.
  12. To install, reverse the removal procedure.