How to Replace Radiator Fan Shroud 02-08 Dodge Ram

Difficulty: Intermediate · About 45 min · Dodge Ram

Replace the radiator fan shroud on a 2002-2008 Dodge Ram.

Steps

1. Drain some coolant

   Open the radiator drain, let a bit out into a pan, then close it.

2. Remove the old fan

   Hold the fan nut with a pipe wrench while fitting a 3/8 inch drive ratchet into the tensioner, tap the pipe wrench with a hammer to break the nut loose, finish loosening it with an adjustable wrench, then remove the fan.

3. Remove the coolant reservoir

   Remove the hose at the washer pump's bottom and drain the coolant, disconnect the water pump and coolant level sensor connectors, remove the overflow hose from the radiator's fill neck, remove the reservoir's two 10mm bolts, then lift it out.

4. Remove the old shroud

   Remove the 13mm bolt under the fill neck, loosen the upper radiator hose clamp and twist the hose free, remove the shroud's 13mm bolt, then lift the shroud out.

5. Install the new shroud

   Insert it into place and fasten its two top 13mm bolts.

6. Reinstall the fan, reservoir and hoses

   Seat the fan, thread its nut on by hand then finish tightening it with the pipe wrench and hammer, refit the reservoir and its two bolts, reconnect the overflow tube and both electrical connectors, then reconnect the upper radiator hose and its clamp.

7. Refill the coolant

   Refill the washer fluid, remove the radiator cap, then top off with 50/50 coolant.

Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.