Turn it counterclockwise to remove it.
Lefty loosey, righty tighty.
lefty losey....righty tighty (so turn it left)
counter clock, if you are buying a new water pump check the tread in it
If you're looking at the car from the front left
The fan clutch on a 2007 Dodge Ram is turned clockwise to tighten, counter clockwise to loosen.
If it is an electric fan, NO. If it is a mechanical fan test it to see. If you can turn the fan by hand with the engine not running it has a clutch.
Yes, the fan clutch is temperature sensitive and at cold the clutch can be expected to freewheel the fan.
Turn the large nut loose (1 7/16") by turning it counterclockwise then spin the fan and fan clutch off as an assembly. Separate the fan from the clutch on the bench.
The fan in a 2002 Kia Sportage turns at engine speed only when the engine is exceptionally hot. If the fan clutch has been replaced, one can rest assured the clutch is not the problem. In such circumstances, it is advisable to immediately check the thermal switch and fan relay for the electric radiator fan; if one or both of these is failing, one could find themselves having to pay out for some costly repairs.
When can turn the fan freely with no resistense
To remove the fan clutch on a 2002 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, first ensure the engine is cool and disconnect the negative battery terminal. Next, use a wrench to hold the water pump pulley in place while you turn the fan clutch counterclockwise to loosen it. Once loose, carefully detach the fan clutch from the water pump shaft. Be cautious of any remaining coolant and ensure you have the necessary tools, as some fan clutches may require a special tool for removal.
standing in front of car looking at moter the fan clutch nut turns counterclock wise, you have to hold the belt pulley with something,they make a tool for this job,you can borrow for free at auto zone