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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1516 (ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFAN REPLACEMENT (DIESEL)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2
Installation Procedure
2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2SECTION Installation Procedure
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WARNING:
Do not use or attempt to repair a damaged cooling fan assembly. Replace damaged fans with new assemblies. An unbalanced cooling fan could fly apart causing personal injury and property damage.
- Install the fan clutch onto the fan blade.
- Install the fan clutch bolts
Tighten:Β Tighten the bolts to 23 N.m (17 lb ft).
- Install the fan and engine cooling fan shroud assembly to the fan hub.
- Use a J 46406Β
on the fan clutch hub nut (2) to install a long pry bar to the fan clutch hub (1). See Special ToolsΒ .
Tighten:Β Tighten the nut clockwise to 56 N.m (41 lb ft).
- Position the engine cooling fan shroud on the 3 mounting brackets (1).
- Install the bolts. Loosely tighten the top mounting bolt at the oil filler neck.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.