Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Heater Core

Removal

NOTE: If a heater core leak is suspected, the heater core must be pressure leak tested before it is removed from the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section.

1. Remove the evaporator core housing. For additional information, refer to Evaporator Core Housing in this section.

2. Remove the foam weather seal.

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3. Remove the screws and remove the heater core cover.

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4. Remove the heater core.

Installation

1. NOTE: Be sure to install a new oval foam weather seal around the heater core inlet and outlet tubes.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

    Evaporator Core Housing
    Material Item Specification PAG Compressor Oil (R-134a Systems) F7AZ-19589-DA (Motorcraft YN-12-C) WSH-M1C231- B MERPOL NA ESE-M99B144- B Removal NOTE: The evapor ...

    Evaporator Core Housing
    Disassembly 1. Remove the evaporator core housing. For additional information, refer to Evaporator Core Housing in this section. 2. Remove the foam weather seal. 3. Remove the screws and remove th ...

    Other materials:

    Synchronizers
    Disassembly and Assembly NOTE: This procedure applies to all synchronizer assemblies. 1. Scribe an alignment mark on the sliding sleeve and the hub for assembly reference. 2. Remove the sliding sleeve, then remove the synchronizer struts and the springs. 3 ...

    Daytime running lamps
    WARNING: Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your hea ...

    Installation
    1. CAUTION: To prevent refrigerant system contamination, do not allow dirt or other foreign materials to enter the A/C compressor. Clean the A/C compressor nose area. 2. Place the shaft seal on the special tool. Lubricate the shaft seal and the special tool ...