Heater core replacement instructions needed

1989 PONTIAC SUNBIRD
104,000 MILES • 2.0L • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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KIRSTEN HEIDEL
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Hello, my heater core has gone out and I need to take the dash to access it. Has anyone done this before on the same model and know the steps that need to be taken? I have taken a photo of how far I have gotten before becoming stuck.
Sep 12, 2020 at 2:13 PM
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KASEKENNY
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I am attaching the info from the manual on the heater core. Unfortunately it is not very detailed so I did an internet search and found some videos on some similar vehicles which could help so I would recommend looking at similar vehicles like a 1990 Grand Am.

Here is a guide that will help in more general terms:

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

Let us know if you need more info and we can see what we can dig up. Thanks
Sep 12, 2020 at 5:38 PM
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KIRSTEN HEIDEL
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Oh my gosh, I can't thank you enough for the diagram! I will give it another shot today, take a peek at the videos you suggested, and let you know if I was successful or need more help.
Sep 13, 2020 at 8:14 AM
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KASEKENNY
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Sounds great. Keep us posted with what turns out on this. If you need more help, I am sure we can find something. Thanks
Sep 13, 2020 at 7:27 PM
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KIRSTEN HEIDEL
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Hey there! Just want to say thank you again for the diagram and what car to YouTube. That solved it for me (just needed to look for more screws), and I was able to get to the heater core no problem. You literally saved me months for a new car payment as I was ready to give up! You're the best!!!
Sep 13, 2020 at 9:54 PM
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Haha. That is great and you made my day. Thanks for the kind words and I am glad you got it fixed. We are here to help so when you need more info in the future, please come back to 2CarPros.
Sep 14, 2020 at 6:14 PM