Ranger 4WD L4-140 2.3L VIN A EFI (1997)
Fan Clutch: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Loosen four screws holding fan clutch to water pump pulley.
2. Loosen belt tension. Remove four screws retaining fan clutch and fan blade to water pump pulley. Remove assembly from vehicle.
3. If equipped with fan shroud, remove two screws, disconnect overflow tube and remove from vehicle. Lift fan shroud off lower retaining clips.
Place fan shroud behind fan in order to access fan bolts.
4. Remove four screws retaining fan to fan clutch and separate.
INSTALLATION
1. Position fan to fan clutch and secure with four screws. Tighten to 6-8 Nm (53-70 inch lbs.).
2. Install fan shroud to radiator. Tighten screws to 6-8 Nm (53-71 inch lbs.). Connect the overflow tube.
3. Position fan and fan clutch to water pump pulley and secure with four screws. Tighten to 16-24 Nm (12-17 ft. lbs.).