Fan Casing removal

[sjones]

So step 1 is to remove the engine?

I think someone said they could get it out by removing the alternator and valve cover, is that right?

[Jordan]

Are you talking about the heater core/fan? Confused.

[sjones]

Yes the blower/heater core, the shop manual calls it the 'Fan Casing' so I thought it was best to use its terminology. It also suggests to first remove the 'Power Plant' but I seem to remember someone telling me it was possible to get it out with less effort.

[saabfan9]

i have a 1973 (2.0 ems) and aside from the hoses and cable controls i didn't have to touch anything under hood just the 4 large mounting bolts under dash not sure if anything changed from 73 to 77