Ford Ranger Maintaince And Repair Manual page 327

1. If necessary, remove the air cleaner outlet tube.
2. Using Strap Wrench D79L−6731−A and Fan Clutch Nut Wrench T83T−6312−B, or their equivalents,
loosen the large nut attaching the clutch to the water pump hub.
According to the manufacturer, the nut uses LH threads and is loosened clockwise.
3. Remove the two upper fan shroud retaining bolts. If the overflow hose is routed through the fan
shroud, remove it from the shroud.
4. Lift up on the fan shroud to disengage the lower mounting clips.
5. Remove the fan/clutch assembly and the fan shroud together.
6. If necessary, remove the fan−to−clutch bolts to separate the fan from the clutch.
To install:
7. Installation is the reverse of removal. Torque the fan−to−clutch bolts to 55−70 inch lbs. (6−8 Nm);
the hub nut to 30−100 ft. lbs. (41−135 Nm) for 1991−95 models and 34−46 ft. lbs. (46−63 Nm) for
1996−99 models. Don't forget, the nut uses LH threads and is tightened counterclockwise.
4.0L Engine (VIN X)
320
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REMOVAL & INSTALLATION