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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2007OUTBACK LIMITED, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE MECHANICALCOOLING SYSTEM (MECHANICAL)COOLING SYSTEM (H4SO)RADIATOR SUB FAN AND FAN MOTORREMOVAL
2007 Subaru Outback Limited, 4D Sedan, Standard
Radiator Sub Fan and Fan Motor: Removal
2007 Subaru Outback Limited, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Removal
- Set the vehicle on a lift.
- Disconnect the ground cable from the battery.
- Lift up the vehicle.
- Remove the under cover.
- Remove the connector (B) of sub fan motor.
- Remove the heat shield cover. (AT model)
- Remove the ATF hose from the clip of the radiator sub fan motor assembly. (AT model)
- Lower the vehicle.
- Remove the air intake duct. <Ref. to REMOVAL , Air Intake Duct .>
- Remove the bolts which hold the radiator sub fan shroud to the radiator.
- Remove the radiator sub fan motor assembly from underneath the vehicle.
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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.