How can I tell if my fan clutch needs to be replaced?

Wiggle each of the fan blades individually to see if they feel damaged or displaced. Do the same for the metal housing that surrounds the fan itself. Loose, rattling pieces send a loud and clear message that you need to have your fan clutch replaced.

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.

What happens if you have a bum fan clutch?

A bum fan clutch drains horsepower from the engine to keep the mechanical fans running, which can ultimately lead to critical overheating, decreased fuel economy, and poor general performance. Thanks!

What to do if an A / C compressor clutch does not disengage?

A/C compressors are difficult to work with because of the refrigerant stored inside. When a compressor clutch does not disengage, it will cause the refrigerant to build up and freeze the line. To disengage the clutch, a switch must be replaced.

Why does my D Stock clutch make a lot of noise?

Getting back to you first post, It is vert common for the D stock fan clutch to cause a lot of fan noise at start up and you swear that the engine is rev’ing fast and you have now power. It is a combination of the clutch locking up a little and the design if the fan blades. A lot of D owner’s complained about the noise.

What happens when you take the clutch out of a Dodge Dakota?

This clutch spins the fan in proportion to the speed of the engine. When the clutch goes out, the fan spins directly with the engine and is not controlled by speed anymore, and cooling by the fan becomes less efficient. Replacing the clutch starts with removing it, which should take about 15 minutes to do.

What happens to the fan in a Dodge Dakota?

The engine driven fan on the front of a Dodge Dakota has a clutch on it to control the speed at which it moves. This clutch spins the fan in proportion to the speed of the engine. When the clutch goes out, the fan spins directly with the engine and is not controlled by speed anymore, and cooling by the fan becomes less efficient.

How do you remove a clutch fan from a Dodge Dakota?

Remove the hex-head bolt behind the fan using an open-end wrench. Turn it off of the pulley, then lift the fan and clutch out of the engine. Unbolt the fan from the clutch using the 3/8-inch ratchet and socket.