Cooling Fan Motor and Shroud: Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
If equipped, remove the retainers and the front lip seal.

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If equipped, remove the retainers and the underbody shield.

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Remove the retainers and the underbody shield.

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Remove the front bumper cover. Refer to: Front Bumper Cover .
Remove the radiator side air deflectors pin-type retainers.

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Remove the radiator side air deflectors.
1. Remove the radiator side air deflector retainers.
2. Release the tab and remove the radiator side air deflectors.
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Loosely install the cable ties at both sides. Use the General Equipment: Cable Ties

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Remove the front lower crossmember.
1. Remove the grommets and the front lower crossmember bracket bolts.
  Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
2. Remove the bolts and the front lower crossmember.
  Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
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Disconnect the cooling fan motor electrical connector and detach the wiring retainer.

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Detach the retainers and position aside the hoses.

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Release the cooling fan motor and shroud upper tabs.

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Lift up and remove the cooling fan motor and shroud.

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