Outback F4-2.5L (2008)
Heater Core Case: Service and Repair
Heater and Cooling Unit
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2. Using the refrigerant recovery system, discharge refrigerant.
3. Drain engine coolant from the radiator.
4. Remove the bolts securing expansion valve and pipe in engine compartment. Release the heater hose clamps in engine compartment to remove the
hoses.
5. Remove the instrument panel.
6. Remove the support beam.
7. Remove the blower motor unit assembly.
8. Disconnect the actuator connector.
9. Remove the bolt and nuts and remove the heater and cooling unit.
INSTALLATION
1. Install in the reverse order of removal.
2. Charge refrigerant.
HEATER COOLING UNIT
Tightening torque: N.m (kgf-m, ft-lb)
T: 7.5 (0.76, 5.5)
