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Installation Procedure

CAUTION:

Do not use or attempt to repair a damaged cooling fan assembly. Replace damaged fans with new assemblies. An unbalanced cooling fan could fly apart causing personal injury and property damage.

    Fig 1: View Of Fan Blade & Fan Clutch
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  1. Install the fan clutch onto the fan blade.
  2. Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.

    Install the fan clutch bolts

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 23 N.m (17 lb ft).

  3. Fig 2: View Of Fan Assembly Removed
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  4. Install the fan assembly.
  5. Fig 3: Using Special Tools For Fan Clutch
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  6. Install the J 46406 to the fan clutch.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nut clockwise to 56 N.m (41 lb ft).

  7. Install the upper fan shroud. Refer to Engine Coolant Fan Upper Shroud Replacement .