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Section 1

INITIAL PREPARATION AND REMOVAL

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INITIAL PREPARATION AND REMOVAL

Begin the initial preparation and disassem-
bly process by first disconnecting the nega-
tive side of the battery, and draining one gal-
lon of coolant from the coolant reservoir. To
do this, disconnect the hose from the bottom
of the coolant reservoir and allow to drain
into a suitable container. DO NOT allow
coolant to drain onto floor, and be sure to
mop up any coolant splatter immediately.
Animals like the taste of coolant, and if they
drink it, it will kill them.

Loosen the petcock at the bottom of the
radiator and drain approximately one gallon
of radiator fluid into a drain pan. (Save the
fluid for re-use)

Fig. 1-b

Fig. 1-c

Fig. 1-a

Using a 8mm socket & ratchet or screw
driver, loosen the clamps and remove the
upper radiator hose from the vehicle (save
for re-use). (See Fig. 1-a.)

Using a nut driver or screwdriver, remove
the clamps securing the rubber inlet tube to
the throttle body and mass air flow sensor
and remove the inlet tube.

water pump. With an18mm combination
wrench release the tension on the belt ten-
sioner and remove the factory drive belt.
Now remove the four bolts that are securing
the fan to the water pump, remove the fan
and clutch assembly out of the vehicle. (See
Figs. 1-b, 1-c.)

Disconnect the overflow hose from the neck
of the radiator and unplug the electrical con-
nector from the coolant bottle.

Using a 7/16” wrench or socket, remove the
two sheet metal screws securing the fan
shroud to the radiator core support

Using a 7/16” combination wrench, loosen
the four bolts that are securing the fan to the