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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1998 🢒 Prizm 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Cooling 🢒 Engine Cooling Fan Control Switch Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Drain the engine cooling system to below the level of the thermostat. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  3. Remove the generator. Refer to Generator Replacement in Engine Electrical.

    4. Object Number: 233518 Size: SH
  4. Remove the fan control switch electrical connector.
  5. Remove the fan control switch (2) from the thermostat housing.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 233518 Size: SH
  1. Install the fan control switch (2) to the thermostat housing.

    2. Tighten
    Tighten the fan control switch to 34 N·m (25 lb ft).

  2. Install the fan control switch electrical connector.
  3. Install the generator. Refer to Generator Replacement in Engine Electrical.
  4. Refill the engine cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  5. Connect the negative battery cable.