Repair Procedures: Replacement

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Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Remove the heater and blower assembly.
(Refer to Heater -"HEATER UNIT ")
Remove the heater core cover (A) after loosening the mounting screws.

Fig 1: Removing Heater Core Cover Mounting Screws
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Loosen the mounting screws and remove heater core cover (A).

Fig 2: Removing Heater Core Cover
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Pull out the heater core (A) from the heater unit.

Fig 3: Pulling Out Heater Core From Heater Unit
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
- When installing a new heater core, add refrigerant oil (POE OIL).
- Replace the O-rings with new ones at each fitting, and apply a thin coat of refrigerant oil before installing them. Be sure to use the right O-rings for R-134a to avoid leakage.
- Immediately after using the oil, replace the cap on the container, and seal it to avoid moisture absorption.
- Do not spill the refrigerant oil on the vehicle; it may damage the paint; if the refrigerant oil contacts the paint, wash it off immediately.
- Apply sealant to the grommets.
- Make sure that there is no air leakage.
- Charge the system and test its performance.
- Install the hose clamps securely without interchanging the inlet and outlet heater hoses.