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Cooling Fan - 2.3L

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Special Tools

Illustration Tool Name Tool Number
GF0000246
Strap Wrench 303-D055 (D85L-6000-A) or equivalent
  1. Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION AND FILTERING article.
  2. Remove the accessory drive belt. For additional information, refer to ACCESSORY DRIVE article.
  3. Using the special tool to hold the fan pulley, loosen the cooling fan clutch nut.
    Fig 1: Identifying Special Fan Pulley Holding Tool
    GF0009496Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    • To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
  4. Remove the fan and clutch assembly.
  5. If necessary, remove the fan-to-fan clutch bolts and separate the fan from the fan clutch.
    • To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
  6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.