OEM 2010 Cadillac DTS Fan Shroud

2010 Cadillac DTS Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the engine coolant fan shroud on 2010 Cadillac DTS?

  A: Users should disconnect the battery negative cable as the first step for Fan Shroud engine coolant replacement. Open the cooling system by removing the condenser together with the upper tie bar. Start by disconnecting the front air deflector as well as engine oil cooler pipe retaining bolts which secure the Fan Shroud if installed. J 38185 should be used to reposition the Radiator inlet hose clamp while the vehicle rests at its lowest position before removing the inlet hose. The cooling Fan Shroud must be disconnected by removing the bolts retaining the transmission oil cooler pipe before removing transmission lines from the Radiator. Detach all electrical connectors from the cooling fan motors prior to removing the harness retainers that mount to the Fan Shroud. The cooling fan assembly can be removed after removing all electric mounting bolts while moving it left then pulling the upper right for clearance before pulling it fully out to the right side. After the Radiator the cooling fan assembly needs placement to match its mounting tabs and users should employ special length bolts as these will protect the Radiator end tanks from harm. Secure the electric cooling fan mounting bolts at 6 nm (53 lb in) torque while reconnecting wiring harness electrical connectors as well as attaching wiring harness retaining clips. After you push the uplevel transaxle oil cooler pipe into the Radiator quick connect fitting it will click into place so check the retention by gently tugging and then cover the joint with a plastic cap. The Fan Shroud receives transmission oil cooler pipe retaining bolts which require 6 nm (53 lb in) torque and the Radiator inlet hose should be reattached. The technician should utilize j 38185 to place the Radiator inlet hose clamp into position before raising the vehicle while installing engine oil cooler pipe retaining bolts at a torque level of 6 nm (53 lb in). First install the front air deflector while lowering the vehicle before putting in the condenser and upper tie bar. The last step involves filling the cooling system and reconnecting the negative Battery Cable while performing a check of engine oil level.