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Feb 11, 2008 | 08:49 PM

lostmybeer

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Heater Core issue

I've got this little trickle of green fluid on my floor mat. Damp insulation under the glove box. How hard is the core to replace.

Feb 11, 2008 | 09:20 PM

PaysonPSD

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Heater Core Removal

This is a write up courtesy of Dan aka Kwikordead:
Thank You Dan

Heater Core Removal

Note:

Drain the radiator.

Disconnect the heater water hoses from the heater core. For the heater hose

coupling disconnect and connect procedure.

Disengage the stops and lower the glove compartment door.

Remove the electronic blend door actuator and bracket assembly.

Remove the screw.

Rotate the blend door actuator and bracket assembly.

Remove the electronic blend door actuator and bracket assembly.

Remove the screws.

CAUTION:

The heater core cover must be raised vertically before removal to avoid

damage to the heater core housing.

Remove the heater core cover.

Raise the heater core cover.

Remove the heater core cover.

Remove the heater core.

Installation

CAUTION:

Position the temperature blend door manually to properly align the actuator

and the door. Do not power the actuator electrically.

If it is not engaged with the temperature blend door, damage to the actuator may occur.

Note:

Add gasket between housing and cover before installing cover.

Follow the removal procedure in reverse order.

Feb 11, 2008 | 09:49 PM

lostmybeer

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Thank you for your support. Once getting into it, removal is quite simple.

Feb 11, 2008 | 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by lostmybeer

Thank you for your support. Once getting into it, removal is quite simple.

I really rely on the write ups that can be found on this site and others.

Good luck, but I hope you don't need it.

Feb 13, 2008 | 09:25 PM

lostmybeer

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What I did notice, what is the easiest way to disconnect the hose clamps? I'm ready to just cut the pipe and yank everything out.

Feb 13, 2008 | 10:59 PM

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I just went outside with a flashlight and looked at those hose clamps ???? I'm baffled. At least this will bump you to the top.

Feb 13, 2008 | 11:39 PM

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Spoke with an aquaintance awhile ago. There is a special tool or squeeze the clip until it pops. Then go to the next and do it again. Becareful when pulling off. There is an oring and a plastic ring then another oring. If lost or broken, you have to go buy the repair kit. Probably a whopping $5.00. They are a pain in the rear to get off. My wife didn't help very much trying to hold the core in place. I suggest getting a neighbor or good friend to do the holding. Things do fly if ya don't.