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For 1990-2009 cars only

Always consult a parts catalog. The electric cooling fan motors, fans, shrouds, and brackets may be available separately.

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 181868  Size: SH

    Caution: To help avoid personal injury or damage to the vehicle, a bent, cracked, or damaged fan blade or housing should always be replaced.

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the bolt which retains the A/C line.
  3. Remove the 4 upper fan bolts.
  4. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  5. Remove the 4 lower fan bolts.
  6. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  7. Remove the fan from the shroud.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 181868  Size: SH
  1. Install the fan.
  2. Install the upper fan bolts.
  3. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  4. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  5. Install the lower fan bolts.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  7. Connect the electrical connectors.
  8. Connect the negative battery cable.
  9. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 16 N·m (12 lb ft).