Cooling Fan Module - Remove And Install: Removal
- Recover refrigerant from the vehicle, see A/C REFRIGERANT RECOVERY AND RECHARGE (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
- Disconnect 12V power, see Disconnect 12V Power .
- Remove the active louver ACTIVE LOUVER - CENTER (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
- 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.
- Release the locking rings that secure the coolant hoses to the radiator. Release the hoses from the nipples.
- Place a cap over both the radiator inlet and outlet.CAUTION: Plug the line connections to prevent ingress of moisture or dirt.
- Remove the upper nut (torque 10 N.m) and lower nut (torque 20 N.m) that secure the high/low pressure pipes.
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the rear of the cooling fan.
- Release the clip that secures the cooling fan harness to the horizontal plastic support beam.
- Remove the bolts (x2) that secure the cooling fan module assembly to the horizontal plastic support beam (torque 12 N.m).
- 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.
- Put the cooling fan module assembly on a clean, flat surface.