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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009TAHOE BASE, 4.8 CREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 400 (ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFAN REPLACEMENT (MECHANICAL)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 C

Installation Procedure

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION 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.

    Fig 1: Fan Clutch And Fan Blade
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  1. Install the fan clutch onto the fan blade.
    2. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  2. Install the fan clutch bolts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolts to 23 N.m (17 lb ft).

    3. Fig 2: Fan Assembly
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  3. Install the fan assembly.
    4. Fig 3: Special Tools And Fan Assembly
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  4. Install the J-48460  Fan Clutch Remover and Installer Kit (1) and J 41240-5A  Fan Clutch wrench (2).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nut clockwise to 56 N.m (41 lb ft).

  5. Install the upper fan shroud. Refer to Engine Coolant Fan Upper Shroud Replacement (Mechanical) .
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