Chevy Duramax Fan Clutch Tool

The performance tool w80498 gm fan clutch wrench is designed for use on 1996 and later gm trucks and vans and to work with both 10 mm and 13 mm pulleys works with blazer and jimmy sport utility vehicles 2 2 l 4 cycle and 4 3 l v6 s10.

Chevy duramax fan clutch tool.

You will need a special tool j 41240 5a fan clutch wrench to remove the fan clutch. This is for single alternator engines. One side is 3 apart measuring right in the middle on one side and 2 and 1 2 apart measuring on the other side. The kd tools k d tools fan clutch service kit is designed for removing and installing the fan clutch on many vehicle models.

Since engine temperature increases at higher speeds driving at a safe speed can become challenging too. Clutch fan assembly on a 2004 duramax diesel liter engine. 1 4 ratchet flex rachet helps 1 2. Description many service jobs on the duramax require removal of the fan clutch.

Use it when repairing or replacing water pumps timing chains or the fan clutch. General motors made some huge waves in the diesel market in 2001 with the release of the first duramax powered chevrolet and gmc s. Diesel power products has the parts for your gmc or chevy truck. In the middle of trying to change head gaskets and can not for the life of me get the fan clutch loose.

Where it matters the most is the space between the pins which has two on opposite sides of the base. This tool broke the fan clutch nut seal very easily without much effort. A fan clutch tool is one of the most overlooked tools in a mechanic s collection. You can usually rent this tool from any big chain parts store.

I ve tried everything i can find on here and can t get it off i called the local diesel shop and got the air chisel tool with the wrench and still can not brake it loose. Dodge 5 2 liter took the 3. Without the right tool removal can be difficult and damage to the nut can occur. Changing fan clutch on lml duramax diesel engine.

Idk what else to do. Our fan clutch wrench makes for simple removal and includes a pocket to accept an air hammer bit for added convenience. Driving around with an engine that runs too hot is dangerous.