Heater Core: Service and Repair

Heater Core:

REMOVAL
1. Drain cooling system.
2. Disconnect hoses from heater core. Plug hoses and core openings to prevent leakage of residual coolant.
3. Working inside the passenger compartment, remove screws attaching heater core access cover and remove the cover.
4. Pull the heater core rearward and down to remove from the plenum.

INSTALLATION
1. Position heater core and seal in the plenum opening.
2. Install heater core access cover.
3. Attach heater hoses to core tubes. Do not overtighten clamps.
4. Refill cooling system.
5. Check system for proper operation.