Now, the cooling fans...

[UK_350z]

So it's been 3 weeks since buying the 350z and it's not been the best experience so far. Expectations were a little high as it's was supposed to be an upgrade from my MGTF, but I find myself missing it, especially in this weather.

 

The on going frustration with the roof not working had me contacting 4 different, recommended​, hood specialist who all couldn't help. I've refurbished the 5th bow motor with no improvement, so I've given up and booked it in with Nissan. I really hope they can work it out without bankrupting me.

 

And now a new issue, the cooling fan motors have packed in. Having checked the obvious I've concluded the fan motors need to be changed. Not a difficult job apparently but that's​ assuming you're handy with a spanner. I am not. I've pinged Abbey Motorsports as they are well regarded and only an hour from me. So hopefully I can get those looked at before it overheats so much the head gasket goes.

 

Is there anyone who has taken these out who can give me a few pointers? I understand I can refurb the motors but can't work out how to take the actual motors out. A few posts I've read suggest it's easy to do but none of those posts have pictures, or a lot of detail. Both of which I would find useful.

 

I'm sure once the niggles have been sorted I'll be so much happier but until then....

 

It's gonna get better, isn't it?

[ZMANALEX]

You have to remove the complete fan shroud incorporating the fans and motors.

 

The unit comes out, up the way and is only held on with 2 bolts at the top.

 

Remove the top hose and you may have to loosen off the PAS pipe at the pump to get a bit wiggle room.

 

You will have to drop the under tray to get access to the wiring block connectors.

 

A very easy job and the only issue you may have is that the under tray bolts may be seized