Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Radiator Cooling Fan: Service and Repair




COOLING FAN COMPONENT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L3 WITH TC]

WARNING:
- Never remove the cooling system cap or loosen the radiator drain plug while the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding engine coolant and steam may shoot out and cause serious injury. It may also damage the engine and cooling system.
- Turn off the engine and wait until it is cool. Even then, be very careful when removing the cap. Wrap a thick cloth around it and slowly turn it counterclockwise to the first stop. Step back while the pressure escapes.
- When you are sure all the pressure is gone, press down on the cap using the cloth, turn it, and remove it.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

2. Remove the under cover.

3. Drain the engine coolant. Service and Repair

4. Remove the charge air cooler duct, air cleaner and fresh air duct component. Service and Repair

5. Remove the coolant reserve tank. Service and Repair

6. Remove the dipstick pipe.

7. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

8. Install in the reverse order of removal.

9. Refill the engine coolant. Service and Repair

10. Inspect for engine coolant leakage. Engine Coolant Leakage Inspection










ATF Oil Cooler Pipe Removal Note

1. Remove the ATF oil cooler pipe with the hoses still connected. Position the ATF oil cooler pipe so that it is out of the way.

Cooling Fan Component Removal Note

1. Remove the cooling fan component from above the engine compartment.