Can you install an engine fan without removing the radiator??

[Pink_Floyd]

My old engine fan broke and I was able to detach it from the fan clutch and take it out by breaking off a few other blades. Anyway, now I have my car back and I have a new OEM engine fan here waiting to be installed. I would really rather not have to drain the cooling system and remove the radiator, however, I don't see how else I could do it... Is there something I'm missing? Is there anyway to get the new engine fan installed without draining the cooling system??

Thanks!

 

[mjbst111]

in the e30's you can remove the plastic shield from the radiator and get the fan out that way.

 

[ricanroyalty]

Yes, by removing the shield and remember that the nut lossenes clockwise.

 

[Looky]

Yes you can change it without removing your radiator... you've to unscrew your shield.

@ricanroyalty

Only to loosen the visco clutch you have to screw clockwise.

The 4 other bolts to fix the fan on the visco-plate are loosen against clockwise

greets
Looky