2000 Volvo V70 heatercore replacement

2000 VOLVO V70
130,000 MILES
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CROWNBAKER
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I would like to have some information on how to replace a heatercre on my volvo xc v70 2000 I have not worked on this part before so any pictures would be helpful thanks lenny
Sep 15, 2013 at 8:32 AM
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Here are the procedures.

HEATER CORE

Removal

1. Clamp heater core hoses. Push quick-disconnect connectors inward toward
firewall, press clips inward and pull hoses out. See Fig. 22 .

2. Remove sound proofing panel from driver side interior. See Fig. 17 .
CAUTION:
Airbag system MUST be disabled when working around airbag modules. Disable airbag system before removing glovebox.

3. Remove glove box but do not remove folding glove box lid. Remove sound
proofing panel from passenger side interior. See Fig. 18 .

4. Pull carpet away from center of dashboard and remove carpet mountings. See
Fig. 12 .

5. Remove Road Traffic Information (RTI) or amplifier bracket if applicable.
Remove knee bolster if applicable.
NOTE:
Use paper towels or shop towels to catch draining coolant. DO NOT allow coolant to spill onto carpets or interior.

6. Disconnect drain hose from heater core and push aside. Remove screws holding heater core cover. Remove pipe flange screw. See Fig. 23 .

7. Remove heater core and cover from vehicle.

8. Install in reverse order. Always replace "O" rings on heater core hoses. Top up coolant and test system for leaks when installation is complete.


Sep 15, 2013 at 10:47 AM