***IMPORTANT NOTICE***
We provide free heater core replacement procedures to our registered members. To register and gain full access, click here.
Vehicle Model Selection
Our goal is to eventually make this site the most complete collection of heater core replacement procedures on the Internet, but it will take time to develop the site to that point. In the interim, we invite you to provide inputs to the effort by letting us know the make and model of your vehicle for which you need heater core replacement procedures. This will help us to determine which models are more likely to experience heater core failure and to set priorities for future development of the site. When we have enough inputs to be statistically valid, we will periodically publish the total number of heater core failures reported by make and model. Please take a moment to add your vehicle to the list and gain full access to all the procedures.
After adding your vehicle and logging into the site, go to the SITEMAP for a listing of models.
Before You Begin
Before you get started replacing your heater core, we encourage you to review our heater core related articles for valuable information on determining whether you really do have a bad heater core and our heater core removal tips and recommendations to avoid starting before you are fully prepared. Remember that once you start the heater core removal procedure, your vehicle will not be drivable until the job is completed. It may take a few hours or even a couple of days depending on what has to be disconnected or removed from your particular vehicle.
Need Procedures?
To help us determine which models are most important to our visitors, we encourage you to let us know what you are searching for. If procedures for your model are not yet listed, please use the comment section below to tell us the year/make/model and other particulars for the vehicle(s) for which you need heater core replacement procedures. Give as much details as possible about your vehicle. The number of requests for a particular model will determine the order that we will add the procedures.
Have Procedures to Share?
If you have core replacement procedures for ANY model that you'd be willing to share, please send us a copy to procedures@heatercorereplacement.com . If we use your procedures, we will give you full credit for it and provide a backlink to your site. (See "Credits" section at the top of each sample procedure page.)
Recommendation: If you need detailed heater core replacement procedures immediately for a 1990 to 2000 model year vehicle that is not yet available on our site, you might consider getting a copy of the Chilton's Heater Core Service
manual for 1990 - 2000 Domestic & Imported vehicles. The manual contains very good procedures, detailed illustrations and exploded views. However, these procedures are intended for the professional and may not be detailed enough for you if you have not replaced a heater core before. You can download the Table of Contents to see whether your model is covered before you buy the manual. (The models in the Table of Contents are not in continuous alphabetical order, so you may have to look carefully through all 5 pages to find your model.) This manual includes the instructions for heater core removal and installation.
The Chilton's Heater Core Service Manual is still available at several locations. Prices vary widely, so be sure to shop around and compare prices. At the time of this printing, the cheapest source that we found was Amazon.com
(read the small print for best prices of new and/or used manuals.)
Let us know if you find it cheaper elsewhere and we will post it here so others can benefit from your discovery.
Comments:
Posted by
Ron Baker
on
Jun 16th, 2010
I have 1988 GMC half ton pickup and I think the heater core needs to be replaced, when the truck warms up the smell of anti-freeze is vary strong. What kind of a job will be to replace the core? Thanks for the help.......YNK
Posted by
brentv
on
Jun 16th, 2010
1998 mazda mpv lx leaking coolant into passenger compartement
able to smell burnt fluid, put radiator leak stopper into it and helped a lot but still leaks and I want to replace the heater core becuase I know its bad
Posted by
shammond02@live.com
on
Jun 16th, 2010
Procedure for replacing heater core in 1984 Mercury grand marquis
Posted by
MarkC
on
Jan 14th, 2011
I need to replace the heater core in a Ford 1997 F250. When will your manual be ready to ship?
Posted by
dan
on
Jan 14th, 2011
I have a 2003 GMC Seirra 2500 HD Diesel 3/4 Ton crew cab pick up. I need procedures on how to remove the dash to get to the heat core for remove and installation. I have already disconected the heat hoses from the core. I just need to remove the heater core and replace it. If anyone knows what is involved and what I need to do to get to the heat core, please let me know. I would hate to have to take it into the shop when I know I can do the job myself. Thanks for any help you can give me. Dan
Posted by
Bob
on
Feb 10th, 2011
I think my heater core is clogged. I by-passed it with a 2' hose, but have no heat (windchill was -10 this morning). How can I flush it out? Can I put compressed air through it in reverse direction of flow? Where can I get this done? They said I have to disconnect AC to get to heater core. Can I just remove the AC completely? Don't really need it.
Posted by
jcv3
on
Feb 10th, 2011
I have a 2001 Dodge 1500 5.9 V-8 pick up. I need procedures on how to remove the dash and find a new one and to get to the heat core for remove and installation. I have already disconected the heat hoses from the core. I just need to remove the heater core and replace it. If anyone knows what is involved and what I need to do to get to the heat core, please let me know. I would hate to have to take it into the shop when I know I can do the job myself. Thanks for any help you can give me. Julian
Posted by
zukkev
on
May 10th, 2011
Need Procedure for heater core replacement on a 1997 BMW 740??Thanks in advance...
Posted by
zukkev
on
May 10th, 2011
Need Procedure for heater core replacement on a 1997 BMW 740??Thanks in advance...
Posted by
Lonnie
on
May 10th, 2011
Have 2002 PT Cruiser...replaced thermostat...radiator...no water in oil...have water flow ...so...I believe water pump still working ... heater not heating. any suggestions welcomed. Thank you.
Posted by
Run1
on
Jul 27th, 2011
I need the proceadure for Heater Core Replacement for a 2000 Ford Ranger.
Thanks,
Steven
Posted by
alliestockard
on
Nov 30th, 2011
I need to replace heater core on a 2004 hyundai xg350 l
Posted by
Tim Burns
on
Nov 30th, 2011
I need the procedure for a heater core replacement for a 2005 jeep grand Cherokee Laredo 4 wheel drive 3.7 liter. Thank you. Please help!
