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Engine Coolant Fan Shroud Replacement Upper

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 747016  Size: SH
  1. Remove the positive battery cable from the fan shroud.

  2. Object Number: 746716  Size: SH
  3. Remove the fan shroud upper bolts.
  4. Remove the fan shroud upper to lower bolts.
  5. Remove the fan shroud - upper.
  6. If necessary, raise and suitably support the vehicle with safety stands. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  7. Remove the fan shroud lower bolts.
  8. Remove the fan shroud - lower.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 746716  Size: SH
  1. Install the fan shroud - lower.
  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 fan shroud lower bolts.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the fan shroud bolts to 8 N·m (71 lb in).

  5. Lower the vehicle.
  6. Install the fan shroud - upper.
  7. Install the fan shroud upper bolts.
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the fan shroud bolts to 8 N·m (71 lb in).

  9. Install the fan shroud upper to lower bolts.
  10. Tighten
    Tighten the fan shroud bolts to 8 N·m (71 lb in).


    Object Number: 747016  Size: SH
  11. Install the positive battery cable to the fan shroud.

Engine Coolant Fan Shroud Replacement Lower

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the upper fan shroud. Refer to Fan Shroud Replacement .
  2. Raise the vehicle.

  3. Object Number: 72744  Size: SH
  4. For the 8.1L, remove the lower fan shroud bolts and the lower fan shroud.

  5. Object Number: 72741  Size: SH
  6. For the 6.5L (Diesel), remove the lower fan shroud bolts and the lower fan shroud.
  7. Inspect the lower fan shroud for signs of damage. If necessary, replace the lower fan shroud.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 72744  Size: SH

    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.

  1. For the 8.1L, install the lower fan shroud and the lower fan shroud bolts.
  2. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 9 N·m (71 lb in).


    Object Number: 72741  Size: SH
  3. For the 6.5L (Diesel), install the lower fan shroud and the lower fan shroud bolts.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 9 N·m (71 lb in).

  5. Lower the vehicle.
  6. Install the upper fan shroud. Refer to Fan Shroud Replacement .