96 Continental fan motor
Sebowisha1
08-03-2007, 09:16 AM
Hello everyone,
My husband asked me to get on the computer and see if I could find any instructions as to what all has to be done to replace the fan motor in our Lincoln. I just ran across this forum and read a few of the threads on here and thought that someone on here could probably help me out with this. We just bought this car and the fan motor on the driver's side is dead, smoking, stinking, all that jazz. Can anyone on here tell us what all has to come out to replace this? We already got the new motor for it, we just aren't sure yet how we have to go about it to get to the old one. Any help is appreciated, and thanks in advance!
My husband asked me to get on the computer and see if I could find any instructions as to what all has to be done to replace the fan motor in our Lincoln. I just ran across this forum and read a few of the threads on here and thought that someone on here could probably help me out with this. We just bought this car and the fan motor on the driver's side is dead, smoking, stinking, all that jazz. Can anyone on here tell us what all has to come out to replace this? We already got the new motor for it, we just aren't sure yet how we have to go about it to get to the old one. Any help is appreciated, and thanks in advance!
Towncar
08-03-2007, 02:08 PM
«1996 Continental Table of Contents»
«Group 03: ENGINE»
«Section 03-03: Engine Cooling»
«REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»
Cooling Fan Motor, Fan Blade and Fan Shroud Assembly, Electrical
Removal and Installation
WARNING:
TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE, DO NOT OPERATE THE ENGINE WITH THE HOOD OPEN UNTIL THE FAN BLADE HAS BEEN FIRST EXAMINED FOR POSSIBLE CRACKS AND SEPARATION.
1. Remove radiator as outlined below. << I don't know if this is absolutely necessary, but this is the factory procedure>
2. Remove two fan shroud retaining bolts and the cooling fan motor/fan blade/fan shroud from the radiator.
If required, remove constant control relay module (CCRM) and cooling fan motors from fan shroud.
3. To install, reverse Removal procedure.
Tighten cooling fan motor retaining screws securely.
Tighten CCRM retaining bolts to 4.5-6.3 N-m (40-56 lb-in).
Tighten fan shroud to radiator bolts to 2.7-5.4 N-m (24-48 lb-in).
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«1996 Continental Table of Contents»
«Group 03: ENGINE»
«Section 03-03: Engine Cooling»
«REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»
Radiator, Aluminum Core, Crossflow
Removal and Installation
1. Drain engine cooling system as outlined.
2. Disconnect battery ground cable.
3. Remove engine air cleaner (ACL) <as outlined in another section>.
4. Remove upper radiator hose from water bypass tube.
5. Remove radiator overflow hose from radiator and fan shroud.
6. Note:
Loosen transmission oil cooler tubes while holding radiator connector with a back-up wrench.
Remove transmission oil cooler tube from oil cooler inlet fitting.
7. Remove nuts retaining A/C condenser core to the radiator.
8. Disconnect engine control sensor wiring from the cooling fan motors and the CCRM.
9. Raise vehicle on hoist.
10. Remove splash shield from lower radiator support and front sub-frame.
11. Remove lower radiator hose from radiator.
12. Note:
Loosen transmission oil cooler tubes while holding radiator connector with a back-up wrench.
Remove oil cooler tube from oil cooler outlet fitting on radiator.
13. Remove retaining screws for power steering/transaxle oil cooler and position cooler aside.
14. Support fan shroud, radiator and A/C condenser core with a suitable jackstand. Remove lower radiator support.
15. Position jackstand aside and carefully remove radiator and fan shroud.
16. Remove two retaining bolts for fan shroud at top of radiator and remove fan shroud from radiator.
17. Remove upper radiator hose from radiator.
18. To install, reverse Removal procedures.
Tighten fan shroud bolts and A/C condenser core nuts to radiator to 2.7-5.4 N-m (24-48 lb-in).
Tighten lower radiator support retaining bolts to 8-11 N-m (71-97 lb-in). Tighten transmission oil cooler tubes to fittings to 24.4-28.5 N-m (18-21 lb-ft).
Tighten power steering/transaxle oil cooler and splash shield retaining screws securely.
Refill engine cooling system as outlined below.
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«1996 Continental Table of Contents»
«Group 03: ENGINE»
«Section 03-03: Engine Cooling»
«DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION»
Cooling System
"Walter C. Avrea, the owner of patents 3, 601, 181 and RE 27, 965, has granted Ford Motor Company rights with respect to cooling systems covered by these patents."
WARNING:
TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE, DO NOT OPERATE THE ENGINE WITH THE HOOD OPEN UNTIL THE FAN BLADE HAS BEEN EXAMINED FIRST FOR POSSIBLE CRACKS AND SEPARATION.
WARNING:
NEVER REMOVE THE PRESSURE RELIEF CAP UNDER ANY CONDITIONS WHILE THE ENGINE IS OPERATING. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE COOLING SYSTEM OR ENGINE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY. TO AVOID HAVING SCALDING HOT COOLANT OR STEAM BLOW OUT OF THE COOLING SYSTEM, USE EXTREME CARE WHEN REMOVING THE PRESSURE RELIEF CAP FROM A HOT COOLING SYSTEM. WAIT UNTIL THE ENGINE HAS COOLED, THEN WRAP A THICK CLOTH AROUND THE PRESSURE RELIEF CAP AND TURN IT SLOWLY UNTIL PRESSURE BEGINS TO RELEASE. STEP BACK WHILE THE PRESSURE IS RELEASED FROM THE COOLING SYSTEM. WHEN CERTAIN ALL THE PRESSURE HAS BEEN RELEASED, PRESS DOWN ON PRESSURE RELIEF CAP (STILL WITH A CLOTH), TURN AND REMOVE PRESSURE RELIEF CAP.
The cooling system includes:
Radiator.
Water thermostat.
Water pump.
Two engine cooling fan motors which are activated by the constant control relay module (CCRM).
A separate radiator coolant recovery reservoir located beside the radiator, which helps to maintain the correct volume of engine coolant.
The water pump has a conventional design and is driven by the drive belt.
A water thermostat is located in the water thermostat housing which is attached to LH oil filter adapter.
The water thermostat ensures rapid engine warm-up by restricting engine coolant flow at lower operating temperatures.
It also assists in keeping the engine operating temperature within predetermined limits.
Note:
The system must be maintained with a 50/50 mixture of Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid E2FZ-19549-AA or -B (in Canada, CXC-8-B) or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A and water to prevent corrosion damage.
WARNING:
DISCONNECT THE COOLING FAN MOTOR PRIOR TO PERFORMING ANY UNDERHOOD SERVICE, SINCE THE COOLING FAN MOTOR COULD CYCLE IF THE IGNITION SWITCH IS LEFT IN THE RUN POSITION.
The cooling system operates as follows:
Coolant enters the radiator through the inlet radiator tank.
It flows through the radiator tubes and is cooled by air passing over the cooling fins assisted by the cooling fan motors and the fan blades.
Then it is circulated from the radiator outlet tank through the water thermostat housing, where it mixes with coolant from the radiator coolant recovery reservoir and coolant bypass hose.
Then it goes to the water inlet connection (in the oil filter adapter) to the water pump and into the cylinder block and cylinder head to complete the circuit.
Engine Cooling System
http://img249.imageshack.us/img249/7530/1996conticoolingsys01tc4.jpg
http://img340.imageshack.us/img340/1843/1996conticoolingsys02ze7.jpg
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«1996 Continental Table of Contents»
«Group 03: ENGINE»
«Section 03-03: Engine Cooling»
«CLEANING AND INSPECTION»
Cooling System, Draining, Filling and Bleeding
1. Note: Some coolant/water will be retained in the cylinder block if cylinder block drain plugs are not removed. When refilling cooling system after flushing, adjust coolant mix ratio to obtain a 50/50 mix. Be certain to account for approximately 4.8 liters (5.1 quarts) of water left in the cylinder block when drain plugs are not removed.
Bring engine to normal operating temperature and turn engine OFF.
2. WARNING: NEVER REMOVE PRESSURE RELIEF CAP UNDER ANY CONDITIONS WHILE ENGINE IS OPERATING. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE TO THE COOLING SYSTEM OR ENGINE.
WARNING: TO AVOID BURNS FROM SCALDING COOLANT OR STEAM, USE EXTREME CARE WHEN REMOVING THE PRESSURE RELIEF CAP.
Drain cooling system as follows:
a. If cooling system is still hot, carefully wrap a thick cloth around the pressure relief cap and rotate slowly until pressure begins to release. Step back until the pressure is released.
b. Then rotate pressure relief cap until free. Remove the pressure relief cap.
c. Open radiator draincock and disconnect engine coolant return hose at coolant inlet connection on oil filter adapter to drain the coolant system.
3. Note: A 50/50 mixture of Premium Cooling System Fluid E2FZ-19549-AA or B (in Canada, Motorcraft CXC-8-B) or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A and water is required to prevent damage to the cooling system.
Fill cooling system as follows:
a. Check all hose clamps for proper tightness. Make sure radiator draincock is closed.
b. Place heater temperature selector in maximum heat position.
c. Remove cooling system fill plug from engine water bypass tube.
d. CAUTION: Do not fill cooling system through reservoir only. Coolant will not enter engine. Only radiator coolant recovery reservoir and radiator will be filled and engine overheating will occur.
CAUTION: Use extreme care to keep coolant mixture off of the drive belt and pulleys. If needed, remove drive belt and rinse with clear water. Clean pulleys and install drive belt. Belt squeal and early belt fatigue will occur otherwise.
Add coolant into fill neck on water bypass tube until coolant reaches "FULL" mark on radiator coolant recovery reservoir.
e. Reinstall pressure relief cap to radiator coolant recovery reservoir.
f. Slowly continue to fill cooling system at water bypass tube fill neck, allowing air to escape, until full.
g. Start engine and run at idle. Add a 50/50 mixture of Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid E2FZ-19549-AA (in Canada, CXC-8-B) or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A and water at water bypass tube fill neck until full.
h. Reinstall water bypass tube fill plug.
Tighten fill plug to 15-18 N-m (11-13 lb-ft).
4. Bleed cooling system as follows:
a. Select maximum heater temperature and fan speed settings. Position control to discharge air at A/C registers in instrument panel.
b. WARNING: TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE, DO NOT OPERATE ENGINE WITH HOOD OPEN UNTIL FAN BLADE HAS BEEN FIRST EXAMINED FOR POSSIBLE CRACKS AND SEPARATION.
Start engine and allow to idle. While engine is idling, feel for hot air at A/C registers.
c. CAUTION: If air discharge remains cool and engine temperature gauge does not move, engine coolant level is low in engine and must be filled. Stop engine, allow to cool and fill cooling system as outlined.
Start engine and allow to idle until normal operating temperature is reached. Hot air should discharge from A/C registers. The engine temperature gauge should maintain a stabilized reading in the middle of the "NORMAL" range and the lower radiator hose should feel hot to the touch.
d. Shut engine off and allow to cool.
e. Visually check engine for coolant leaks.
f. Note: When low coolant warning message flashes, approximately 0.946-1.416 liters (1-1.5 qts.) of a 50/50 mixture of Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid E2FZ-19549-AA (in Canada, CXC-8-B) or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A and water can be added to the radiator coolant recovery reservoir.
Check coolant level in radiator coolant recovery reservoir and fill as necessary.
http://img180.imageshack.us/img180/2186/1996conticoolingsys03by5.jpg
All these references are quoted from the 1996 Ford Car Factory Service Manual, I have my copy uploaded and stored here (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=KLYI11CM)
«Group 03: ENGINE»
«Section 03-03: Engine Cooling»
«REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»
Cooling Fan Motor, Fan Blade and Fan Shroud Assembly, Electrical
Removal and Installation
WARNING:
TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE, DO NOT OPERATE THE ENGINE WITH THE HOOD OPEN UNTIL THE FAN BLADE HAS BEEN FIRST EXAMINED FOR POSSIBLE CRACKS AND SEPARATION.
1. Remove radiator as outlined below. << I don't know if this is absolutely necessary, but this is the factory procedure>
2. Remove two fan shroud retaining bolts and the cooling fan motor/fan blade/fan shroud from the radiator.
If required, remove constant control relay module (CCRM) and cooling fan motors from fan shroud.
3. To install, reverse Removal procedure.
Tighten cooling fan motor retaining screws securely.
Tighten CCRM retaining bolts to 4.5-6.3 N-m (40-56 lb-in).
Tighten fan shroud to radiator bolts to 2.7-5.4 N-m (24-48 lb-in).
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«1996 Continental Table of Contents»
«Group 03: ENGINE»
«Section 03-03: Engine Cooling»
«REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»
Radiator, Aluminum Core, Crossflow
Removal and Installation
1. Drain engine cooling system as outlined.
2. Disconnect battery ground cable.
3. Remove engine air cleaner (ACL) <as outlined in another section>.
4. Remove upper radiator hose from water bypass tube.
5. Remove radiator overflow hose from radiator and fan shroud.
6. Note:
Loosen transmission oil cooler tubes while holding radiator connector with a back-up wrench.
Remove transmission oil cooler tube from oil cooler inlet fitting.
7. Remove nuts retaining A/C condenser core to the radiator.
8. Disconnect engine control sensor wiring from the cooling fan motors and the CCRM.
9. Raise vehicle on hoist.
10. Remove splash shield from lower radiator support and front sub-frame.
11. Remove lower radiator hose from radiator.
12. Note:
Loosen transmission oil cooler tubes while holding radiator connector with a back-up wrench.
Remove oil cooler tube from oil cooler outlet fitting on radiator.
13. Remove retaining screws for power steering/transaxle oil cooler and position cooler aside.
14. Support fan shroud, radiator and A/C condenser core with a suitable jackstand. Remove lower radiator support.
15. Position jackstand aside and carefully remove radiator and fan shroud.
16. Remove two retaining bolts for fan shroud at top of radiator and remove fan shroud from radiator.
17. Remove upper radiator hose from radiator.
18. To install, reverse Removal procedures.
Tighten fan shroud bolts and A/C condenser core nuts to radiator to 2.7-5.4 N-m (24-48 lb-in).
Tighten lower radiator support retaining bolts to 8-11 N-m (71-97 lb-in). Tighten transmission oil cooler tubes to fittings to 24.4-28.5 N-m (18-21 lb-ft).
Tighten power steering/transaxle oil cooler and splash shield retaining screws securely.
Refill engine cooling system as outlined below.
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************************************************** ************
«1996 Continental Table of Contents»
«Group 03: ENGINE»
«Section 03-03: Engine Cooling»
«DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION»
Cooling System
"Walter C. Avrea, the owner of patents 3, 601, 181 and RE 27, 965, has granted Ford Motor Company rights with respect to cooling systems covered by these patents."
WARNING:
TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE, DO NOT OPERATE THE ENGINE WITH THE HOOD OPEN UNTIL THE FAN BLADE HAS BEEN EXAMINED FIRST FOR POSSIBLE CRACKS AND SEPARATION.
WARNING:
NEVER REMOVE THE PRESSURE RELIEF CAP UNDER ANY CONDITIONS WHILE THE ENGINE IS OPERATING. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE COOLING SYSTEM OR ENGINE AND/OR PERSONAL INJURY. TO AVOID HAVING SCALDING HOT COOLANT OR STEAM BLOW OUT OF THE COOLING SYSTEM, USE EXTREME CARE WHEN REMOVING THE PRESSURE RELIEF CAP FROM A HOT COOLING SYSTEM. WAIT UNTIL THE ENGINE HAS COOLED, THEN WRAP A THICK CLOTH AROUND THE PRESSURE RELIEF CAP AND TURN IT SLOWLY UNTIL PRESSURE BEGINS TO RELEASE. STEP BACK WHILE THE PRESSURE IS RELEASED FROM THE COOLING SYSTEM. WHEN CERTAIN ALL THE PRESSURE HAS BEEN RELEASED, PRESS DOWN ON PRESSURE RELIEF CAP (STILL WITH A CLOTH), TURN AND REMOVE PRESSURE RELIEF CAP.
The cooling system includes:
Radiator.
Water thermostat.
Water pump.
Two engine cooling fan motors which are activated by the constant control relay module (CCRM).
A separate radiator coolant recovery reservoir located beside the radiator, which helps to maintain the correct volume of engine coolant.
The water pump has a conventional design and is driven by the drive belt.
A water thermostat is located in the water thermostat housing which is attached to LH oil filter adapter.
The water thermostat ensures rapid engine warm-up by restricting engine coolant flow at lower operating temperatures.
It also assists in keeping the engine operating temperature within predetermined limits.
Note:
The system must be maintained with a 50/50 mixture of Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid E2FZ-19549-AA or -B (in Canada, CXC-8-B) or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A and water to prevent corrosion damage.
WARNING:
DISCONNECT THE COOLING FAN MOTOR PRIOR TO PERFORMING ANY UNDERHOOD SERVICE, SINCE THE COOLING FAN MOTOR COULD CYCLE IF THE IGNITION SWITCH IS LEFT IN THE RUN POSITION.
The cooling system operates as follows:
Coolant enters the radiator through the inlet radiator tank.
It flows through the radiator tubes and is cooled by air passing over the cooling fins assisted by the cooling fan motors and the fan blades.
Then it is circulated from the radiator outlet tank through the water thermostat housing, where it mixes with coolant from the radiator coolant recovery reservoir and coolant bypass hose.
Then it goes to the water inlet connection (in the oil filter adapter) to the water pump and into the cylinder block and cylinder head to complete the circuit.
Engine Cooling System
http://img249.imageshack.us/img249/7530/1996conticoolingsys01tc4.jpg
http://img340.imageshack.us/img340/1843/1996conticoolingsys02ze7.jpg
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«1996 Continental Table of Contents»
«Group 03: ENGINE»
«Section 03-03: Engine Cooling»
«CLEANING AND INSPECTION»
Cooling System, Draining, Filling and Bleeding
1. Note: Some coolant/water will be retained in the cylinder block if cylinder block drain plugs are not removed. When refilling cooling system after flushing, adjust coolant mix ratio to obtain a 50/50 mix. Be certain to account for approximately 4.8 liters (5.1 quarts) of water left in the cylinder block when drain plugs are not removed.
Bring engine to normal operating temperature and turn engine OFF.
2. WARNING: NEVER REMOVE PRESSURE RELIEF CAP UNDER ANY CONDITIONS WHILE ENGINE IS OPERATING. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE TO THE COOLING SYSTEM OR ENGINE.
WARNING: TO AVOID BURNS FROM SCALDING COOLANT OR STEAM, USE EXTREME CARE WHEN REMOVING THE PRESSURE RELIEF CAP.
Drain cooling system as follows:
a. If cooling system is still hot, carefully wrap a thick cloth around the pressure relief cap and rotate slowly until pressure begins to release. Step back until the pressure is released.
b. Then rotate pressure relief cap until free. Remove the pressure relief cap.
c. Open radiator draincock and disconnect engine coolant return hose at coolant inlet connection on oil filter adapter to drain the coolant system.
3. Note: A 50/50 mixture of Premium Cooling System Fluid E2FZ-19549-AA or B (in Canada, Motorcraft CXC-8-B) or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A and water is required to prevent damage to the cooling system.
Fill cooling system as follows:
a. Check all hose clamps for proper tightness. Make sure radiator draincock is closed.
b. Place heater temperature selector in maximum heat position.
c. Remove cooling system fill plug from engine water bypass tube.
d. CAUTION: Do not fill cooling system through reservoir only. Coolant will not enter engine. Only radiator coolant recovery reservoir and radiator will be filled and engine overheating will occur.
CAUTION: Use extreme care to keep coolant mixture off of the drive belt and pulleys. If needed, remove drive belt and rinse with clear water. Clean pulleys and install drive belt. Belt squeal and early belt fatigue will occur otherwise.
Add coolant into fill neck on water bypass tube until coolant reaches "FULL" mark on radiator coolant recovery reservoir.
e. Reinstall pressure relief cap to radiator coolant recovery reservoir.
f. Slowly continue to fill cooling system at water bypass tube fill neck, allowing air to escape, until full.
g. Start engine and run at idle. Add a 50/50 mixture of Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid E2FZ-19549-AA (in Canada, CXC-8-B) or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A and water at water bypass tube fill neck until full.
h. Reinstall water bypass tube fill plug.
Tighten fill plug to 15-18 N-m (11-13 lb-ft).
4. Bleed cooling system as follows:
a. Select maximum heater temperature and fan speed settings. Position control to discharge air at A/C registers in instrument panel.
b. WARNING: TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF PERSONAL INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE, DO NOT OPERATE ENGINE WITH HOOD OPEN UNTIL FAN BLADE HAS BEEN FIRST EXAMINED FOR POSSIBLE CRACKS AND SEPARATION.
Start engine and allow to idle. While engine is idling, feel for hot air at A/C registers.
c. CAUTION: If air discharge remains cool and engine temperature gauge does not move, engine coolant level is low in engine and must be filled. Stop engine, allow to cool and fill cooling system as outlined.
Start engine and allow to idle until normal operating temperature is reached. Hot air should discharge from A/C registers. The engine temperature gauge should maintain a stabilized reading in the middle of the "NORMAL" range and the lower radiator hose should feel hot to the touch.
d. Shut engine off and allow to cool.
e. Visually check engine for coolant leaks.
f. Note: When low coolant warning message flashes, approximately 0.946-1.416 liters (1-1.5 qts.) of a 50/50 mixture of Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid E2FZ-19549-AA (in Canada, CXC-8-B) or equivalent meeting Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A and water can be added to the radiator coolant recovery reservoir.
Check coolant level in radiator coolant recovery reservoir and fill as necessary.
http://img180.imageshack.us/img180/2186/1996conticoolingsys03by5.jpg
All these references are quoted from the 1996 Ford Car Factory Service Manual, I have my copy uploaded and stored here (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=KLYI11CM)
Sebowisha1
08-03-2007, 09:56 PM
Thank you so much, that is exactly what I needed!
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