Explorer Sport Trac 2WD V6-4.0L (2009)
Fan Blade: Service and Repair
Cooling Fan
Removal and Installation
Vehicle equipped with a 4.6L (3V)
1. Remove the Air Cleaner (ACL) outlet pipe.
All vehicles
2. Remove the coolant expansion tank. For additional information, refer to Coolant Expansion Tank See: Coolant Reservoir/Service and Repair.
3. Remove the bolt and position the power steering fluid reservoir aside.
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To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
4. Remove the 2 bolts, then unclip the upper fan shroud from the lower fan shroud and remove the upper fan shroud.
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To install, tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
5. Disconnect the fan clutch electrical connector.
6. Remove the fan clutch wiring harness bracket bolt.
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To install, tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
7. NOTICE: Do not side load the cooling fan clutch coil or the cooling fan clutch coil may be damaged.
NOTE: 4.6L (3V) engine shown, 4.0L SOHC engine similar.
Using the Fan Pulley Holding Wrench and the Fan Clutch Nut Wrench, remove the cooling fan.
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To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
