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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Disconnect the heater hoses at the heater core. Refer to Heater Hoses Replacement in Engine Cooling.
  2. Remove the front floor console. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  3. Remove the instrument panel insulators. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.

  4. Object Number: 295347  Size: SH
  5. Remove the heater core outlet cover screws.
  6. Remove the heater core outlet cover.

  7. Object Number: 295349  Size: SH
  8. Remove the heater core cover screws.
  9. Remove the heater core cover.

  10. Object Number: 143978  Size: SH
  11. Remove and discard the seals (1, 2, 3) from the heater core cover.

  12. Object Number: 296242  Size: SH
  13. Remove and discard the heater core outer seal (5) from the heater core.

  14. Object Number: 295351  Size: SH
  15. Remove the heater core line clamp screw (1).
  16. Remove the heater core retaining clamp.
  17. Remove the heater core pipe retainer clamp screw (2).

  18. Object Number: 295353  Size: SH
  19. Remove the heater core from the HVAC lower case.

  20. Object Number: 143987  Size: SH
  21. Remove and discard the heater core lower seal (4) from the HVAC case.

  22. Object Number: 143992  Size: SH
  23. Remove and discard the heater core center seal (3) from the HVAC case.

  24. Object Number: 143985  Size: SH
  25. Remove and discard the heater core upper seal (2) from the HVAC lower case.

  26. Object Number: 143990  Size: SH
  27. Remove and discard the heater core side seals (1) from the HVAC lower case.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 143990  Size: SH
  1. Install the heater core side seals (1) from the HVAC lower case.

  2. Object Number: 143985  Size: SH
  3. Install the heater core upper seal (2) from the HVAC lower case.

  4. Object Number: 143992  Size: SH
  5. Install the heater core center seal (3) from the HVAC case.

  6. Object Number: 143987  Size: SH
  7. Install the heater core lower seal (4) from the HVAC case.

  8. Object Number: 295353  Size: SH
  9. Install the heater core from the HVAC lower case.

  10. Object Number: 295351  Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  11. Install the heater core line clamp screw (2).
  12. Tighten
    Tighten the screw to 1.5 N·m (13 lb in).

    Install the heater core mounting clip with a screw (1).

    Tighten
    Tighten the screw to 1.5 N·m (13 lb in)


    Object Number: 296242  Size: SH
  13. Install heater core outer seal (5) to the heater core.

  14. Object Number: 143978  Size: SH
  15. Install new seals (1,2,3) to the heater core cover.

  16. Object Number: 295349  Size: SH
  17. Install the heater core cover.
  18. Install the heater core cover screws.
  19. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 1.5 N·m (13 lb in).


    Object Number: 295347  Size: SH
  20. Install the heater core outlet cover.
  21. Install the heater core outlet cover screws.
  22. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 1.5 N·m (13 lb in).

  23. Install instrument panel insulators. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement in Instrument Panel, gages and Console.
  24. Install the front floor console. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement in Instrument Panel, gages and Console.
  25. Install the heater hoses to the heater core. Refer to Heater Hoses Replacement in Engine Cooling.