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How do you remove a fan from a clutch?

How do you remove a fan from a clutch?

Remove the fan from the fan clutch by removing the 4 bolts on the backside of the fan. The bolts are 3/8-inch bolts. Install the fan to the new fan clutch and tighten down the bolts with the ratchet and a 5/8 socket. Note that the 5/8 nut may also be a 11/16 nut.

How do you remove transmission line on 2002 TrailBlazer?

On 2002 model Trailblazers you will also have to remove 4 push pins that hold the baffle to the support. Disconnect the transmission lines from the support bracket by removing the hose clamps. Depending on the year of the vehicle, some clamps can be removed by hand and others will need to be removed with a Phillips-head screwdriver.

How do you remove the intake baffle on a trailblazer?

Remove the intake baffle by removing the bolts that attach it to the radiator support. On 2002 model Trailblazers you will also have to remove 4 push pins that hold the baffle to the support. Disconnect the transmission lines from the support bracket by removing the hose clamps.

Can a malfunctioning fan clutch cause an overheat?

A malfunctioning fan clutch can cause the engine to overheat because of poorly circulating radiator fluid. Although this installation is a challenging process, following the instructions that come from a repair manual such as the Haynes manual can make the process a lot easier.

Remove the fan from the fan clutch by removing the 4 bolts on the backside of the fan. The bolts are 3/8-inch bolts. Install the fan to the new fan clutch and tighten down the bolts with the ratchet and a 5/8 socket. Note that the 5/8 nut may also be a 11/16 nut.

On 2002 model Trailblazers you will also have to remove 4 push pins that hold the baffle to the support. Disconnect the transmission lines from the support bracket by removing the hose clamps. Depending on the year of the vehicle, some clamps can be removed by hand and others will need to be removed with a Phillips-head screwdriver.

Remove the intake baffle by removing the bolts that attach it to the radiator support. On 2002 model Trailblazers you will also have to remove 4 push pins that hold the baffle to the support. Disconnect the transmission lines from the support bracket by removing the hose clamps.

Can a broken radiator fan clutch be repaired?

1A Auto shows you how to repair, install, fix, change or replace a broken radiator fan clutch. If your car overheats or runs hot and the radiator cooling fan will not turn on then this may be your solution. This video shows the process for the 02, 03, 04, 05, 06, 07 GMC Envoy, or Chevy Trailblazer.

Turn the large fan clutch-to-hub nut COUNTERCLOCKWISE to remove the fan and clutch from the hub. Use holding tool T84T-6312-C and nut wrench T84T-6312-D, or equivalent. If the fan and clutch have to be separated, remove the remaining fan-to-clutch bolts.

How big is the nut on a fan clutch?

1. Identify the Nut Size Each fan clutch will have its own mounting nut size which will range from 22mm to 36mm depending on the application and manufacturer. You can also use a large adjustable wrench if you do not have the proper tool. You may need to remove the fan shroud to get at the cooling fan. 2. Hold the Water Pump Pulley

How do you remove a fan from a Ford truck?

Remove the fan shroud. Remove one of the fan-to-clutch bolts, to access the clutch-to-hub nut. Turn the large fan clutch-to-hub nut COUNTERCLOCKWISE to remove the fan and clutch from the hub. Use holding tool T84T-6312-C and nut wrench T84T-6312-D, or equivalent. If the fan and clutch have to be separated, remove the remaining fan-to-clutch bolts.

What causes oil to come out of a fan clutch?

Run your finger along the edges of the bearing seal on the backside of the fan clutch. If it comes away with a heavy coating of oil, the culprit is either a crack or a faulty seal. Radial streaks are another potential clue—this happens when oil escapes from the clutch and is then blown outward in all directions by the fan.

How do you take clutch fan off?

Use a fan clutch removal tool (or a big screwdriver) to hold the waterpump pulley in place. Loosen the the fan clutch using a 32mm wrench. The threads are reverse rotation, so turn it CLOCKWISE to loosen. Once the fan clutch is loose, remove the wrench, spin the fan clutch the rest of the way off with your hand.

How do you remove the cooling fan?

With a screwdriver, loosen the fan blade and slide if off its shaft. You may need to remove a keeper that prevents the fan blades from moving up in the shaft up and down. As to the fan motor itself, remove it from the fan housing using a screwdriver.

How do you remove clutch?

Remove the clutch. If you have a clutch removal tool, you can use it to remove the clutch. Otherwise, you can strike a screwdriver with a hammer to loosen it. Remember that the clutch threads onto the saw using a reverse thread.

What is fan clutch tool?

A fan clutch pulley tool comes in handy whenever you want to remove the cooling fan and clutch from the front of an engine. This tool is designed to go around the nuts that hold the pulley to the water pump, holding it still while another wrench removes the fan clutch itself.

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Ruth Doyle