How to Replace Radiator Cooling Fan Assembly 98-02 Honda Accord

Difficulty: Intermediate · About 30 min · Honda Accord

Test and replace the passenger-side A/C radiator cooling fan on a 1998-2002 Honda Accord.

Steps

1. Test the fans

   Start the car, turn the A/C on, and confirm both fans run; if only one spins, that fan needs replacing, and if neither does, check the relay and fuse first.

2. Remove the coolant overflow bottle

   Pull the overflow hose out of its clip and disconnect it from the radiator, lift the bottle out, then disconnect the A/C fan's wiring harness.

3. Remove the old A/C fan

   Pry the fan's wiring clip off with a flat blade screwdriver, remove the 10mm bolts from the fan shroud and the radiator brackets, slide the wiring between the fan and radiator, then lift the fan out past the radiator hose.

4. Install the new fan

   Push it into place using the locating tabs, start the two 10mm shroud bolts, move the radiator back into position and insert its bracket bolts, tighten all the 10mm bolts, then clip the wiring back on and reconnect the harness.

5. Reinstall the coolant overflow bottle

   Push the bottle back into place, clip the overflow hose on, then reconnect it to the radiator.

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