Astro Van 2WD V6-4.3L VIN W (2001)
Radiator Cooling Fan Motor: Service and Repair
Fan Replacement
Tools Required
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J 41240 Fan Clutch Wrench
Removal Procedure
Caution: To help avoid personal injury or damage to the vehicle, a bent, cracked, or damaged fan blade or housing should always be
replaced.
1. Remove the upper fan shroud.
2. Remove the fan clutch using the J 41240.
3. Remove the fan and fan blade clutch assembly from the vehicle.
4. Remove the four bolts retaining the fan blade to the fan blade clutch.
5. Remove the fan from the fan blade clutch.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the fan to the fan blade clutch.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the four bolts retaining the fan blade to the clutch.
Tighten the bolts to 33 Nm (24 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the fan blade clutch assembly using the J 41240.
Tighten the fan blade clutch assembly to 56 Nm (41 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the upper fan shroud.