Cooling Fan Motor and Shroud: Removal

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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 .
Drain the cooling system. Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding .
NOTE: If equipped.

Remove the retainers and the shield.

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NOTE: If equipped.

Remove the retainers and the underbody shield.

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Remove the pin-type retainers, the screws and the lower radiator air deflector.

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Disconnect the electrical connector and detach the wiring harness retainer.

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Remove the bolt and the wiring harness retainers. Position the electric coolant pump aside.
Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

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Using tie straps, support the radiator. Use the General Equipment: Cable Ties

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Release the clamp and disconnect the upper radiator hose. Use the General Equipment: Hose Clamp Remover/Installer

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Remove the bolts and the lower radiator support.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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1. Release the lower radiator locking tabs.
2. Raise the cooling fan above the retaining hooks.
3. Remove the cooling fan motor and shroud.

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