Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

ALL VEHICLES

Remove the air cleaner outlet tube. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING .
Remove the accessory drive belt. For additional information, refer to SPECIFICATIONS & DRIVE BELT ROUTING .

3.0L VEHICLES

CAUTION: The fan clutch has a left-hand thread and must be rotated clockwise for removal.

Fig 1: Removing Fan Clutch Assembly And Position It Into Shroud

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Using a strap wrench and standard 7/8-in wrench, remove the fan clutch assembly and position it into the shroud.

4.0L VEHICLES

CAUTION: The fan clutch has a left-hand thread and must be rotated clockwise for removal.

Fig 2: Removing Fan Clutch Assembly And Position It Inside Shroud

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Using the special tools, remove the fan clutch assembly and position it inside the shroud.

ALL VEHICLES

Remove the bolts.

Fig 3: Removing Bolts
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Lift the fan shroud out of the lower retaining clips.

Fig 4: Lifting Fan Shroud Out Of Lower Retaining Clips
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Lift the fan shroud and the fan blade and clutch assembly together and remove from vehicle.

Fig 5: Lifting Fan Shroud And Fan Blade
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.