Cooling Fan and Fan Clutch Removal & Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Suzuki Vitara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect negative cable at battery.
Drain coolant system by loosening drain plug (1) of radiator.

Fig 1: Identifying Radiator Drain Plug
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Disconnect radiator inlet hose from radiator.
Loosen cooling fan / clutch nuts.

Fig 2: Loosening Cooling Fan/Clutch Nuts
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Remove radiator shroud securing clips.
Then remove cooling fan / clutch and radiator shroud.