How To Replace Radiator Cooling Fan 02-06 Nissan Altima
Difficulty: Intermediate · About 25 min · Nissan Altima
Replace the radiator cooling fan on a 2002-2006 Nissan Altima.
Tools you will need
- Flat blade screwdriver
- 10mm socket
- Ratchet
- Needle-nose pliers
Parts and supplies
- Radiator cooling fan
Steps
- Remove the radiator fan
Pry up the plastic panel's clips and remove it, clamp the hose with pliers and remove the radiator hose, push the harness tab with a flat blade screwdriver and pull it up, pry out the fan harness's clips, remove the fan's two 10mm bolts, move the fan back and forth to unclip a hose further down, then pull it up and out.
- Install the radiator fan
Set it into its two slots, replace the vacuum hose at the bottom, replace the 10mm bolts, replace the radiator hose, refit the harness clips, then refit the plastic panel and its four clips.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.