How hard is it to install a new heater core on a 2001 Wrangler with ac?

Answer 1

Firstly get the A/C system de-gassed and the springlock fittings undone. then remove heater hoses in the engine compartment at the firewall.(do not drain coolantyou only loose about 500 ml) remove :5 X 11mm nuts from the firewall one is located beside the battery :disconnect battery :unplug vaccuum hose above the heater pipes go inside remove the following :the cup holder in front half of the console remove gear shift boot to access screws remove console :unclip top dash cover near windscreen :Four 10 mm nuts securing bulkhead below windscreen :hex head screwss at side of dash 3 each side :2 screws holding speaker covers on both ends and earth straps behind drivers side :lower steering cover trim (leave steering wheel on but cover cowling with a rag to prevent scratching) :Glove compartment :two 17 mm nuts behind glove compartment holding airbag :ash tray and radio facia trim :heater controls :instrument cluster (to prevent scratching) :lift dash up and out onto left hand seat (careful of the turn signal stalk and headlight stalk) :one 8 mm screw behind glove compartment holding heater box :heater box assembly will now lift out :remove blower fan and 15 8mm screws around heater :cut foam seal so the box separates into 2 halves :time to remove & refit 4 hours the core is copper and any good radiator workshop will recore it