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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1569 (ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFAN REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD
Removal Procedure
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Removal Procedure
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- Remove the upper fan shroud. Refer to Fan Shroud Replacement - Upper (W/O M74) or Fan Shroud Replacement - Upper (W/M74) .
- Install the J 46406 to the fan clutch.
- Remove the fan hub nut from the water pump in a counterclockwise rotation.
- Remove the fan clutch bolts from the rear of the fan blade.
- Separate the fan clutch from the fan blade.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.