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Engine Cooling Fan Control Switch Replacement Upper

Tools Required

J 42865 Cooling Fan Temperature Switch Socket

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 309511  Size: SH
  1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  2. Remove the radiator inlet hose clamp from the radiator.
  3. Remove the radiator inlet hose from the radiator.
  4. Disconnect the cooling fan control switch electrical connector.
  5. Remove the cooling fan control switch with the J 42865 .

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the upper cooling fan control switch.
  2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the cooling fan control switch with the J 42865 .
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the cooling fan control switch to 22 N·m (16 lb ft).

  5. Connect the cooling fan control switch electrical connector.
  6. Install the radiator inlet hose to the radiator.
  7. Install the radiator inlet hose clamp to the radiator.
  8. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .

Engine Cooling Fan Control Switch Replacement Lower

Tools Required

J 42865 Cooling Fan Temperature Switch Socket

Removal Procedure

  1. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  3. Remove the engine splash shield retaining bolts and the engine splash shield.
  4. Disconnect the cooling fan control switch electrical connector.
  5. Remove the cooling fan control switch with the J 42865 .

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the cooling fan control switch.
  2. Install the cooling fan control switch with the J 42865 .
  3. Tighten
    Tighten the cooling fan control switch to 22 N·m (16 lb ft).

  4. Connect the cooling fan control switch electrical connector.
  5. Install the engine splash shield.
  6. Install the engine splash shield retaining bolts.
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the engine splash shield retaining bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  8. Lower the vehicle.
  9. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .