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Cooling Fan Module - Remove And Install: Removal

  1. Recover refrigerant from the vehicle, see A/C REFRIGERANT RECOVERY AND RECHARGE (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  2. Disconnect 12V power, see Disconnect 12V Power .
  3. Remove the active louver ACTIVE LOUVER - CENTER (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  4. Clamp the coolant hoses on each side of the radiator.
    NOTE: Place suitable absorbent material around the affected area to absorb any possible fluid spillage.
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  5. Release the locking rings that secure the coolant hoses to the radiator. Release the hoses from the nipples.
  6. Place a cap over both the radiator inlet and outlet.
    CAUTION: Plug the line connections to prevent ingress of moisture or dirt.
  7. Remove the upper nut (torque 10 N.m) and lower nut (torque 20 N.m) that secure the high/low pressure pipes.
    Fig 1: High And Low Pressure Pipe Nuts With Torque Specification
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  8. Disconnect the electrical connector from the rear of the cooling fan.
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  9. Release the clip that secures the cooling fan harness to the horizontal plastic support beam.
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  10. Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the cooling fan module assembly to the horizontal plastic support beam (torque 12 N.m).
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  11. Gently pull the cooling fan module assembly towards the front of the vehicle and then lift it straight up to remove it from the vehicle.
  12. Put the cooling fan module assembly on a clean, flat surface.