Replacing the heater core

1995 FORD RANGER
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HAYLEET
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Heater problem

4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual 130000 miles I need to replace the heater core and I'm wondering if there are specific steps to take and just how hard of a job this is. Anything special tips I should keep in mind?
Jan 13, 2009 at 2:39 PM
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DAVE H
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HEATER CORE Removal & Installation Drain coolant from radiator. Disconnect heater hoses from heater core, and plug openings. See Fig. 3 . In passenger compartment, remove 4 screws from heater core access cover on plenum assembly. Remove access cover. Pull heater core rearward and down while removing it from plenum. To install, reverse removal procedure. Fig. 3: Identifying Heater Assembly Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.


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Jan 13, 2009 at 2:44 PM
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GREG SONNE
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Do i have to take the dash out or not cause it differs from yr to yr i got a 95 ranger
Jun 9, 2017 at 3:49 PM
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Hello,

On some of the rangers there is a trap door that enables you to remove the core without removing the heater box. But if you don't have that then this will give you an idea of what you are in for when doing the job. Diagram (below).

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-heater-core

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/re-charge-an-air-conditioner-system

Please let us know what happens.

Cheers, Ken

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Jun 12, 2017 at 2:33 PM
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GREG SONNE
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It is different from year to year on my truck listed above? do i have to tear out the dash or is it easier?
Jun 12, 2017 at 2:33 PM (Merged)