Radiator Cooling Fan: Service and Repair

Removal and Installation (Crankshaft Driven Type)

CO-18 Components:

REMOVAL
1. Remove the air duct and resonator assembly.
2. Remove the engine front undercover using power tool.
3. Remove the lower radiator shroud.
4. Remove the drive belt.
5. Remove the cooling fan.

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Fan Coupling





Inspect fan coupling for oil leakage and bimetal conditions.

Fan Bracket





^ Visually check that there is not significant looseness in the fan bracket shaft, and that it turns smoothly by hand.
^ If there are any unusual concerns, replace the cooling fan pulley.

INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
^ Install cooling fan with its front mark "F" facing front of engine.

INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION
^ Check for leaks of the engine coolant. Refer to CO-10, "Inspection". System Inspection
^ Start and warm up the engine. Visually make sure that there are no leaks of the engine coolant.