2000 Cavalier Radiator Fan Repair

The cooling fan assembly is mounted behind the radiator

The radiator fan is responsible for keeping a steady flow of air through the radiator to help keep the engine cooling system working. A broken cooling fan will quickly lead to an overheated engine, so you need to remove it to either replace it or take it to an automotive shop for repair. The good news is that you can remove and replace the radiator fan on a 2000 Chevy Cavalier without removing the radiator itself. You still need to use caution as you will be working underneath the car.

Things You'll Need

• Floor jack
• Jack stands
• Wrench

Instructions

1. Disconnect the Cavalier's negative battery cable.

2. Raise the front of the car using the floor jack and support it on jack stands.

3. Unscrew and remove the cooling fan's mounting bolt with a wrench. Disconnect the fan's electrical connector.

4. Remove the radiator fan assembly carefully through the bottom of the car.

5. Raise the replacement fan assembly into position in the engine from underneath the car.

6. Connect the fan's electrical connector and then tighten the mounting bolt. If you have a torque wrench, tighten the bolt to 53 inch-pounds.

7. Reconnect the battery cable.

References

• "Chilton General Motors Cavalier/Sunbird Repair Manual"; Kevin Maher; W.G Nichols; 2000