Four Seasons 46028 Engine Cooling Fan Clutch

Four Seasons 46028 Fan Clutch Overview

The Four Seasons 46028 is a standard-duty thermal engine cooling fan clutch built for reverse-rotation applications. It is a new, non-electronic aluminum unit that meets or exceeds OEM requirements and is engineered for the 2005-2011 Ford Ranger.

Four Seasons Fan Clutch products focus on accurate thermal response and OE-style fitment for cooling system service. This line is built for drivers replacing a worn fan clutch with a direct-fit cooling component that matches the original reverse-rotation setup.

Key Features

• Thermal, standard-duty fan clutch for engine cooling control
• Reverse rotation design for the correct Ranger cooling fan operation
• Aluminum construction with raw aluminum finish
• Non-electronic design for straightforward mechanical operation
• 4-bolt / 4-mount-hole configuration with hex mounting type
• Meets or exceeds OEM specifications
• New, performance-rated replacement part
• Four Seasons 46028 cross-references Gates 22135 for the same application

Detailed Description

Four Seasons 46028 is an engine cooling fan clutch designed for the 2005-2011 Ford Ranger, N/A. It uses a thermal operating design to regulate fan engagement based on temperature, helping maintain proper engine cooling performance under normal driving and load conditions. The unit features a 6.65-inch maximum diameter, 2.88-inch overall height, 1.44-inch mount diameter, and a 6.03-inch fan bolt circle, with M6 x 1.0 hole threading and reverse rotation orientation.

This Four Seasons fan clutch is a direct replacement for reverse-rotation standard-duty thermal applications on the Ford Ranger. The part number 46028 is also referenced by several interchange numbers, making it easier to verify the correct cooling fan clutch for service work on the Ranger platform.

What It Helps Address

• Engine overheating caused by a worn or weak fan clutch
• Fan engagement that is delayed, inconsistent, or noisy
• Reduced cooling performance at idle or low vehicle speed
• Improper fan rotation from an incorrect replacement part
• Cooling system service needs on 2005-2011 Ford Ranger models

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm reverse rotation, bolt pattern, pilot dimensions, and fan bolt circle before installation. This unit uses a hex mounting type and does not include mounting hardware. Verify clearance at the fan shroud and check the cooling fan assembly for wear before installing the new clutch. For best results, match the replacement to the original thermal fan clutch configuration on the Ford Ranger.

Quality Assurance

Four Seasons 46028 is a new replacement part that meets or exceeds OEM specifications and is performance rated for standard-duty cooling service. It is built as a non-electronic thermal fan clutch for direct-fit replacement in the listed Ford Ranger applications.