How to Take Off the Radiator Cooling Fan of a 2000 Cavalier

The cooling fan in a 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier mounts directly to the radiator. This fan helps the radiator cool down the engine coolant circulating in the system and helps to ensure the engine does not overheat. If the fan goes out, then there is a chance that the engine could overheat and could sustain damage. Before that happens, you can remove the fan from the radiator and have it tested or replace it entirely.

Things You'll Need

• Jack
• Jack stands
• 3/8-inch ratchet and socket set

Instructions

1. Pop the hood. Locate the cooling fan on the backside of the radiator, inside the engine bay. Unplug the harness leading into the fan with your hands.

2. Put the head of the jack underneath the front cross-member on the Cavalier and lift up the front end. Put the jack stands beneath the body and then remove the jack so the car is in the air.

3. Unbolt the cooling fan from the radiator using the 3/8-inch ratchet and socket. Lift the cooling fan down out of the bottom of the engine bay and away from the Cavalier.

References

• AutoZone: Cavalier Engine Fan