How can I tell if my Mustang heater core needs to be replaced?
How can I tell if my Mustang heater core needs to be replaced?
The most common tell-tell signs that your Mustang Heater Core needs to be replaced; are a strong odor of Antifreeze coming through the vents, continuously fogged up windshield, and wet carpet on the passenger side under the heater box.
How to remove a heater from a 87-93 Mustang?
The following instructions are for 87-93 Mustang, but 79-86 Mustang is similar with the main difference being fastener locations on the dash & console. This is a pretty big job that requires you to pull the dash from the car so the first order of business is to disassemble the interior components. I started with the removal of the center console.
What to do if your car heater core is failing?
The heater hoses should be inspected when replacing a heater core. Problems with the heater hoses can cause similar problems to a failing heater core and are less expensive to correct. Some cars will need to have the air conditioning system recharged, which can increase the cost of repair. Another problem to watch out for is worn engine mounts.
Where is the core on a Ford Mustang?
The core is located behind the instrument panel, which you must remove from the inside to reach the core. This job requires at least two people and is best left in an expert’s hands, if at all possible. Drain the Mustang’s cooling system and recover the air conditioner refrigerant, if it’s equipped.
The most common tell-tell signs that your Mustang Heater Core needs to be replaced; are a strong odor of Antifreeze coming through the vents, continuously fogged up windshield, and wet carpet on the passenger side under the heater box.
The following instructions are for 87-93 Mustang, but 79-86 Mustang is similar with the main difference being fastener locations on the dash & console. This is a pretty big job that requires you to pull the dash from the car so the first order of business is to disassemble the interior components. I started with the removal of the center console.
Where are the heater screws on a Mustang?
Reach under the top panel to take disconnect the harness. With these disconnected, the top panel will be free to move out of the way. Next you need to remove the screws that hold the console to the dash. They are located behind the lower dash panel on the driver’s side and behind the glove box door on the passenger side.
What to do if your Motorcraft heater core blows out?
The new Motorcraft hoses come with a coolant flow restrictor installed to reduce the chances of the new heater core blowing out the same way. If you choose to go on with your existing hoses and they don’t have the Flow Restrictor we also have those available separately. Well, hope this helped some people out.
