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Heater Core Case: Service and Repair

Removal and Installation




1. Disconnect ground cable from battery.
2. Remove heater hoses (inlet, outlet) in engine compartment.

NOTE: Drain as much coolant from heater unit as possible, and plug disconnected hose with cloth.

3. Remove instrument panel.
4. Remove steering support beam.
5. Remove cooling unit.
6. Remove heater unit.
7. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Fitted length of heater hose over pipe:
27.5 ± 2.5 mm (1.083 ± 0.098 in)

8. Pour coolant.