Condenser Fan: Removal

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Removal
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  1. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT FROM RADIATOR 

    HINT:

    It is not necessary to drain out all coolant.

  2. REMOVE AIR CLEANER INLET 
  3. REMOVE AIR CLEANER AND MAF METER ASSEMBLY 
  4. REMOVE COOLING FAN 
    1. Disconnect the upper radiator hose from the radiator.
    2. Disconnect the ECM outlet duct from the ECM box.
    3. Disconnect the wire for cooling fan from the clamp on the cooling fan.
    4. Disconnect the 2 cooling fan connector.
    5. Disconnect the radiator reservoir hose from the radiator.
    6. Remove the 6 bolts and cooling fan.
    Fig 1: Locating Condenser Fan Bolts
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