Thunderbird V8-302 5.0L HO (1992)
Fan Blade: Testing and Inspection
Inspection
Place fan on flat surface with leading edge facing down. If there is a clearance between fan blade touching surface and opposite blade of more than
.090 inch (2 mm), replace fan. Do not operate engine until fan has first been inspected for cracks and/or separations. If a fan blade is found to be
bent or damaged in any way, do not attempt to repair or reuse damaged part. Proper balance is essential in fan assembly operation. Balance
cannot be assured once a fan assembly has been found to be bent or damaged and failure may occur during operation, creating an extremely
dangerous condition. Always replace damaged fan assembly.