Magnum V6-3.5L VIN V (2006)
Heater Core: Description and Operation
CORE-HEATER
DESCRIPTION
NOTE: LHD model shown. RHD model similar.
The heater core (1) is mounted into the driver side of HVAC air distribution housing (2), located behind the instrument panel. The heater core is a heat
exchanger made of rows of tubes and fins and is secured to the air distribution housing by a plastic retaining bracket (3). The heater core tubes (4) are
attached to the side of the heater core and are secured to the HVAC housing by a removable flange (5).
The heater core can be serviced in the vehicle without removing the instrument panel.
OPERATION
Engine coolant is circulated through the heater hoses to the heater core at all times. As the coolant flows through the heater core, heat is removed from
the engine and is transferred to the heater core tubes and fins. Air directed through the heater core picks up the heat from the heater core fins. The
blend-air door(s) allows control of the heater output air temperature by regulating the amount of air flowing through the heater core. The blower motor
speed controls the volume of air flowing through the HVAC housing.
The heater core cannot be repaired and, if faulty or damaged, it must be replaced.
