Remove the bolt on the fan clutch using
the 36 mm open-end wrench
, turning the wrench clockwise to loosen the bolt. Unbolt the fan shroud from the core support with the 3/8-inch ratchet and socket. Take the fan shroud and the fan clutch out of the engine bay.
How do you remove the fan clutch on a 2002 Dodge Ram 1500?
- Vehicle overheating. …
- Excessively loud cooling fans. …
- Decrease in power, acceleration, and fuel efficiency.
How do you remove the fan clutch on a Dodge Cummins?
Remove the bolt on the fan clutch
using the 36 mm open-end wrench
, turning the wrench clockwise to loosen the bolt. Unbolt the fan shroud from the core support with the 3/8-inch ratchet and socket. Take the fan shroud and the fan clutch out of the engine bay.
How do you remove the clutch fan on a Dodge Dakota?
- Pop the hood. Unbolt the fan shroud from the core support using the 3/8-inch ratchet and socket. …
- Set the pry bar on the water pump pulley, just behind the engine fan. Set the pry bar between two of the bolts on the pulley to hold it steady and stop it from turning.
How do you remove a clutch from a fan assembly?
- Materials Needed.
- Step 1: Checking your fan clutch for problems. …
- Step 2: Remove the fan shroud. …
- Step 3: Remove the fan. …
- Step 4: Rock from side to side. …
- Step 5: Remove the bolts. …
- Step 6: Install the new fan clutch. …
- Step 7: Tighten the bolts.
How do you check a clutch fan on a Cummins?
- Open the hood of the vehicle. …
- Locate the fan clutch on the front of the motor. …
- Check the electrical connection at the base of the fan clutch. …
- Check the electrical cables that run from the motor to the fan clutch.
How do I know if my fan clutch is bad?
To confirm the diagnosis, start with this simple test:
Spin the fan as hard
as you can on an engine that has not been started that day. If the fan rotates more than five times, you can bet the clutch is bad. You should feel some resistance and the fan may spin up to three times, depending on the ambient temperature.
Can a fan clutch be repaired?
While there are times you can repair the fan clutch, in
most instances it’s best to replace it
. … Your engine may have a hard time cooling down (overheating) or heating up since the fan clutch isn’t working.
Which way does a clutch fan come off?
Remove the Fan Clutch If you are ever wondering which way to loosen the fan nut (some are reverse thread) it will always loosen in the same direction as the fan turns when the engine is running.
How do you remove a radiator fan without tools?
Using a specialized tool makes removing it easier, but many don’t want to purchase a uni-tasker such as that. The good news is that removing the fan clutch is possible even without turning to that special tool. You can remove the fan clutch without the special tool by
using a box wrench and hammer
.
What size is the fan clutch nut?
Registered. The fan clutch “nut” is
36 mm
. You can use a 1 7/16′′ wrench which will be loose but will work, or you can take a 1 3/8′′ wrench and grind the open end to fit.
Should a fan clutch spin freely when cold?
Engine cold and off. If you can spin the
fan freely, it is bad
. If good there will be considerable resistance.
What happens when a fan clutch goes bad?
A bad fan clutch may not engage properly or at all, and as a result,
will disable the fans or prevent them from working at maximum efficiency
. This may result in the engine overheating, which will lead to more serious issues if left unattended.
What temperature does a fan clutch engage?
At what temperatures do fan clutches engage? Answer: Most fan clutches engage at
about 170°F air temperature
(about 180-190°F engine temperature). They reduce the temperature about 20°F before disengaging.
What does a fan clutch tool look like?
A pneumatic fan clutch tool has an
open-ended wrench on one side and slot on the other side that looks like a hook
. The fan clutch wrench fits over the large nut, then a long metal shaft fitted to an impact hammer slides into the slot. One short pull of the trigger is often enough to loosen the nut.
