Explorer 2WD V6-245 4.0L SOHC VIN K SFI (2001)
Heater Core: Service and Repair
Heater Core Removal and Installation Procedures
Removal
Note: If a heater core leak is suspected, the heater core must be leak tested before it is removed from the vehicle.
1. Drain the radiator.
2. Remove the heater water hose.
1. Squeeze the clamps and pull the hoses off.
2. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the water control valve.
3. Remove the instrument panel. Refer to: Body and Frame, Interior Trim, Dashboard/Instrument Panel, Service and Repair, Removal and
Installation, See: Body and Frame/Interior Moulding / Trim/Dashboard / Instrument Panel/Service and Repair
4. Remove the A/C evaporator core housing.
5. Remove the powertrain control module (PCM).
6. Remove the PCM heat sink.
1. Remove the ground strap screw.
2. Remove the heat sink.
7. Remove the heater air plenum nuts from the engine side of the dash panel.
