Where can I get a heater core replacement?
Where can I get a heater core replacement?
Good thing it’s easy to order a top-notch heater core replacement here at CarParts.com. Our team of industry experts handpicked all our products to make sure they comply with OE specifications. Simply plug your ride’s exact details into our easy-to-use vehicle selector, and we’ll narrow down your options to compatible heater cores.
What does a car heater core look like?
The heater core looks very similar to a mini-version of your car’s radiator, and in fact is in itself a small radiator. It has a grid of several little tubes as well as a waffled appearance that comes from the fins that are used in dispersing the heat. The work of the heater core is to regulate the temperature within the car.
How does the radiator keep the engine cool?
Engines run efficiently when warmed up, and the temperature is maintained by many engine cooling parts; the radiator, cooling fans, water pump, thermostat, coolant, pressure cap, overflow tank reservoir and other misc. parts. In order to stabilize the engine heat, the water pump sends coolant into the engine block to absorb the engine heat.
What do you need to know about radiator repair?
Radiator repair and maintenance is essential to the health of your engine and your vehicle. The most common radiator repairs involve simple part replacement and radiator fluid exchange. Additionally, most vehicle manufacturers recommend replacing coolant antifreeze at regular intervals.
Where does the new heater core go in a car?
Once engine coolant lines are removed, and the heater core is accessed, the new heater core will be placed in the HVAC ducting case, and mounted back into the vehicle. Once all reconstruction is complete, the heater core is connected to heater core hoses, and the engine coolant is topped off and bled of air.
How much does it cost to replace a heater core?
The average cost for a Heater Core Replacement is between $857 and $1,008 but can vary from car to car.
How much does it cost to replace a Nissan Frontier heater core?
A factory heater core costs about $169, or a Spectra Premium part costs about $67. This makes the job about $749 using OE parts, or about $647 using aftermarket parts. For a 2009 Nissan Frontier four-wheel drive, the labor time to replace the heater core is 6.6 hours.
How much does it cost to replace a heater core on a Dodge Intrepid?
For a 2002 Dodge Intrepid with a 2.7-liter engine, the labor time to replace the heater core is 5.8 hours. A factory heater core costs about $167, or a UAC part costs about $68. This makes the job about $767 using OE parts, or about $668 using aftermarket parts.
