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This is one of the most labor intensive repairs you can do to an automobile when you compare the parts required. A heater core is not that expensive, and is easy to replace, except getting to it, it not easy. It may take up to 4 hours to replace. It depends on the vehicle you are asking about. There is no "How long should it take". Fact is, it takes what it takes. Someone that has replaced one on this same vehicle can do it much quicker than someone who has not. Knowing exactly what to remove and how, takes experience. So be prepared to be shocked at the labor costs. It is never cheap. A $60 part may cost up to $300 to replace.
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How long does it take to change a heater core in a 2006 suzuki forenza?
To change a heater core on a 2006 Forenza takes less than 30 mins. the cost should be 80 bucks total at any mechanic , . . its not difficult to get to , and if i have time i will repost how to install word for word later
How long does it take to install a heater core in a 2005 neon?
how long does it take to install a heater core in a 2000 dodge neon
How long does it take to change the heater core in a 1994 ford tempo 4 cylinder with air?
4 to 6 hours
How long does it take to change heater-core on 2003 sonoma?
Well, i have a 1998 Gmc Sonoma. My heater core just went out and i took it to all the mechanics in my town. they all sayed it would take at LEAST 5-9 hours of labor. plus the price of the core
How long does it take to change out a heater core in 1987 Chevy caprice classic?
its a 2 second job for my mechanic he does it in the blink of an eye
How long does it take too change the heater core 1988 mustang?
well i just recently did a heater core in a 1988 mustang gt 5.0 and i used aprox 5 tools (nothing special) and it took about 4 hours (including supper)
Can you still drive your car without the heater core?
Yes, as long as you connect the incoming and outgoing heater hoses that were connected to the heater core together. You will not have a functioning heater or defroster but otherwise it will be fine to drive.
What's the best way to change a front heater core in a 1999 ford expedition?
What's the best way to change A DASH heater core in a 1999 ford expedition ANSWERE: Its a long process, but I found instructions at the Queegebo website site. They are very good and walk you through step by step with pictures. Here is the link. http://www.queegebo.com/articles/cars--other-vehicles/heater-core-replacement-instructions.html
Why would the heater in a '94 Ford Escort not get very warm could it be a direct problem of the thermostat?
Yes. If the thermostat is not staying closed long enough for the engine to warm up adequately, you will not get heated coolant into the heater core and the heater will not blow warm air. Change the thermostat for a 195 and you should get plenty of heat. It could also be as simple as not having enough coolant. worst case senerio would be a bad heater core.
How long do it take to change a heater core on 1998 Volvo?
About 1 hour its in the middle of the dash both driver and passenger kick panels have to be removed
What makes heat come and stay in a box?
A very basic answer is: The hot water the engine produces is circulated thru the heater core. The heater core looks like the autos radiator only smaller. The heater core is located inside the heater box. So as the engines hot water circulates thru the heater core the heat will transfer into the heater box. As long as the engine is running and everything is working properly the heater core will stay hot inside the heater box.
Can damage occur to the ac when replacing a heater core in a car?
The heater core and AC system aren't connected.. the only component of the AC system located near the heater core is the evaporator.. so long as you don't try, say, prying out the heater core carelessly, there's nothing it should do to the AC system.
