Radiator Cooling Fan: Service and Repair

ENGINE COOLING FAN

Removal and Installation (Crankshaft driven type)

Exploded View CO-17:

REMOVAL
1. Remove air duct.
2. Remove the engine front undercover.
3. Remove the upper and lower radiator shrouds.
4. Remove drive belts.
5. Remove cooling fan.

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Fan Coupling





Inspect fan coupling for oil leakage and bimetal conditions.

Fan Bracket





^ Visually check that there is no significant looseness in the fan bracket shaft, and that it turns smoothly by hand.
^ If there are any unusual concerns, replace the fan bracket assembly.

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 using tool.
^ Start and warm up the engine. Visually make sure that there are no leaks of the engine coolant.

Removal and Installation (Motor driven type)
REMOVAL





1. Remove radiator upper and lower shroud.
2. Disconnect harness connector from fan motor.
3. Remove the bolt and remove the fan grille and motor assembly.

INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
^ Cooling fan is controlled by ECM. For details, refer to EC-492, "DTC P1217 ENGINE OVER TEMPERATURE". P1217