Tacoma Regular Cab 2WD L4-2438cc 2.4L DOHC MFI (1997)
Heater Core Case: Service and Repair
Removal and Installation
HEATER UNIT REMOVAL
Heater Unit
1. REMOVE COOLING UNIT
See: Evaporator Case
2. DRAIN ENGINE COOLANT FROM RADIATOR
REMOVAL HINT: It is not necessary to drain out all the coolant.
3. DISCONNECT WATER HOSES FROM HEATER RADIATOR PIPES
INSTALLATION HINT:
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Push the water hose onto the heater radiator pipe as far as the ridge on the pipe.
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Install the hose clip in a position, as shown in the illustration.
4. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND REINFORCEMENT
5. REMOVE DEFROSTER DUCT HEATER TO REGISTER NO.4
6. REMOVE HEATER UNIT
Remove the 2 bolts, the nut and the heater unit