Genuine Mercury Capri Engine Cooling Fan

Mercury Capri Engine Cooling Fan Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Fan Assembly
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  Q: How to replace a flex-blade fan and a clutch-type fan on Mercury Capri?

  A: A flex-blade fan is used on 1979 through 1981 models. Flexible blades are riveted to a central stamped hub, reducing drag for lower noise and lower fuel consumption. Check the fan carefully for cracks or separation of the blades from the hub, and replace if any issues are found. To remove the fan, detach the fan shroud from the radiator and push it over the fan, then unbolt the fan and spacer from the water pump pulley. To install the fan, reverse the removal procedure. The clutch-type fan employs rigid blades with an aluminum fan clutch at the center. Check for cracks and fluid leakage, and replace if necessary. Try to move the fan blades in a front-to-rear direction and spin the fan by hand to ensure proper functioning. To remove the fan, detach the fan shroud from the radiator and push it over the fan, then unbolt the fan and clutch from the water pump pulley. To separate the clutch from the fan, remove the attaching bolts. When storing the fan, place the marked side down. To install the fan, reverse the removal procedure.