97 Expedition Heater Core Removal

Been on for over 5yrs.

97 expedition heater core removal.

Remove the heater core bracket. Heater core replacement in the f series expedition and lincoln navigator involves removal of the dashboard to where it can be disconnected and swung away from the hvac unit bolted to the firewall. Also my lower coolant radiator hose doesn t get hot so i was thinking maybe it s the heater core. Most guys i know just cut the old hose off including the clamp.

I hope that this helps you. The new clamp system seemed to leak easily. Place a container under the heater core pipe connections to catch spilling coolant. Unscrew the screws holding the bracket above the heater core housing and remove the bracket.

Note the shape and note shape of where you just pulled it from so you know how to reinstall it. Please use at own risk. With all 3 screws out pull and remove the piece. Make sure your problem is not the heater core leaking at the connections because of corrosion.

Remove the hoses by twisting as you pull. Use a screwdriver to pry off these 2 clips on the heater core pipes. Remove the 13 screws. Works like a charm.

I am not a paid ford mechanic. Special pair of pliers for this removal. I bought new hoses and put regular hose clamps on. Remove the plenum assembly top.

Remove the heater core. Disconnect the heater core ground cable strap that attaches to the interior firewall with a single bolt. The piece in my hand. Remove the two screws.

Detach the interior heater core intake and return hoses from the core nipples by releasing the squeeze clamps using channel lock pliers. This is a really hard and indepth job to do but wil save you a 1000 dollars doing it. I have a 1997 ford expedition and i have no heat. Take off the heater core cover by removing its screws then pull the core out making sure you don t tear the foam material surrounding it.

Step 5 install the new heater core into the housing making sure the foam material is intact. Remove the blend door assembly from the case.