How do you remove a Ford fan clutch?
How to Remove a Ford Fan Clutch
- Remove the fan shroud.
- Remove the top radiator hose by using a screwdriver to loosen the clamps.
- Hook the ends of the water pump pulley lock on the bolts on the outside of the water pump pulley.
- Remove the large nut on the fan with the 1-1/16 wrench by turning counter clockwise.
Can I remove fan clutch?
It is operated with a valve that opens and closes to control the flow of silicone fluid between the chambers of the clutch assembly. The method of removing a fan clutch on a car varies by make and manufacturer. Regardless of manufacturer, removing a fan clutch requires a specific tool called a strap wrench.
What happens when your fan clutch goes out?
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.
When to remove the fan clutch in a 2008 Ford truck?
Well I know this is an old post, now it is nearly June of 2016, and I need to remove the fan clutch in my 2008. I will cover what it took for this truck with nearly 140Kmiles to replace the power steering pump and radiator. The first attempt I replaced the power steering pump with the radiator installed, a la Ford manual method.
What should I do if my fan clutch is not working?
Switch on the A/C and turn it down to the coldest setting. If it fails to cool down after several minutes, or seems to be emitting unusually warm air, there could be a problem. Hold your hand a few inches away from the vent so slight variations in temperature will be more noticeable.
How to remove a fan from a Ford PowerStroke diesel?
Couldnt get mine off either (no air hammer). Def need air hammer Bump To Pass!! Screwdriver through the holes in the water pump pulley and a crescent wrench work every time. You may need to hit the end of the wrench with a hammer just to break it loose initially. As stated LEFT HAND THREADS!!!
Is there a pulley holder for a fan clutch?
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