2004 F150 Fan Clutch Test

If it spins more than three full rotations this indicates that it may be prone to slipping.

2004 f150 fan clutch test.

Radiator fan clutch replacement 206 356 in radford va. If the water pump shaft checks ok replace the fan clutch. Our list of 20 known complaints reported by owners can help you fix your 2004 ford f 150. Fan clutch fits 97 05 ford e150 250 350 f150 excursion expedition 4 2 4 6l 5 4l.

Don t purchase a fan clutch from autozone. Put the marked blade at the 12 00 position and allow the clutch to sit cold soak for a few hours overnight preferable. The fan clutch is a cooling system component that controls the operation of the engine cooling fans. The fan clutch unit is approximately 1 foot tall by 1 foot wide.

A little help on how to install. This can be done very easily with a toe strap and a 12 in clamp. First make a permanent mark that is easily visible on one of the fan blades. Problem with your 2004 ford f 150.

If the clutch or fan have excessive play remove the fan and clutch and check if the water pump shaft where the fan clutch assembly mounts displays excessive play. Spend the big bucks. Grab the fan assembly with your hands and move it back and forth. While many newer vehicles now use electric cooling fans to keep the engine cool many older vehicles used a mechanical fan clutch to control the fans.

With the engine off spin the fan and see if there is any resistance at first. Then test the fan clutch by giving it a good push. All have failed on me. How to tell if your fan clutch us bad.