Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda Tribute, 2002 Mazda Tribute, and 2001 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the battery ground cable.
Position the hood latch out of the way.

Fig 1: Locating Upper Radiator Tie Strap
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If equipped, remove the upper radiator tie strap.
Raise and support the vehicle.

Fig 2: Locating Lower Center Support Bolts & Fan Bolts
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Remove the lower center support bolt and the lower fan bolts.
Lower the vehicle.

Fig 3: Locating Upper Center Support Bolt & Upper Center Support
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Remove the upper center support bolt and the upper center support.

Fig 4: Locating LH Fan Electrical Connector For Disconnection
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Disconnect the LH fan electrical connector.

Fig 5: Locating LH & RH Upper Radiator Supports Bolts
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Remove the LH and RH upper radiator supports.
Tilt the radiator forward for clearance.

Fig 6: Locating LH Cooling Fan Bolt
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Remove the five bolts and the LH cooling fan.

Fig 7: Locating Bolt & Electrical Connector For RH Fan
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If necessary remove the bolt and disconnect the electrical connector, remove the RH fan.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.