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While it may seem scary to change the evaporator core, it's not as bad as you would think. If you're sure it's the core, ie., you added uv dye to your ac low pressure line and checked your ac system with an ultra violet light, all of which you can get at NAPA for <$30, then the steps to replace your core are as follows:
Step 1. Go to an AC shop and get them to remove any freon in your ac system. THis shouldn't cost that much, call a few of them to check price. It is illegal to vent the refrigerant into the atmosphere, it's bad stuff.
Step 2. Remove your glove box, the bar the glove box rest on, and the duct directly behind it. I had to pull the duct as far as I could to the left and spread the fittings it connects to, to get it out.
Step 3. The plack box with wires connected to it, directly behind the duct is your evaporator housing. It can be taken of separately from the heater core and the ducting for outside/inside air Theres 4 or 5 number 10 bolts that hold it in on the corners, near the floor and under the dash. Also, you'll need to unclip some wires and the outside air vent bike cable from hooks and unplug the wires.
Step 4. once the plastic housing seems to be loose from the rest of the ducting you'll have to unscrew the low/high side ac lines that go into the cabin. They'll be on the back of the engine compartment on the passenger side, the fittings are next to the filling valves in the lines. also, you'll want to loosen the ac line boots that go into the firewall. They'll be taking a ride into your passenger compartment.
Step 5. Hopefully you'll be able to pull the evaporator to freedom with some wiggling and uncliping/unscrewing the last few screws and the spring clips to get into the evaporator housing will be a breeze and you'll have no problem figuring out how replace the evaporator from here. be sure to use new o-rings on any line that you are unscrewing.
Replacement is opposite.
On my 96, regular cab Tacoma; this took me around 2.5 hours, while I was watching masterchef episodes on my cell phone. I thought that my problem was my evaporator but it turned out to be a small fitting the t's off the line to the expansion valve, which is a milled piece of aluminum that the lines fit into from the evaporator. I also made the mistake of taking apart more of my dash than needed. You can do it and save yourself around $250 dollars!
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How do you change a evaporator core on a 2000 Chevy Express van?
To change the evaporator core on a 2000 Chevy Express van, first, disconnect the battery and drain the coolant. Remove the dashboard and HVAC assembly to access the evaporator core, which is typically located behind the dashboard. Unclip and detach any hoses connected to the core, then remove the core from its housing. Install the new evaporator core, reassemble the HVAC system, and refill the coolant before reconnecting the battery.
How do you change evaporator core in 95 camaro?
To change the evaporator core in a 1995 Camaro, first, disconnect the battery and remove the dashboard for access. Next, drain the refrigerant and remove the heater core and evaporator housing from the vehicle. Replace the old evaporator core with a new one, reassemble the housing, and reinstall the dashboard. Finally, recharge the refrigerant and reconnect the battery, ensuring everything is sealed properly to avoid leaks.
How do you replace the evaporator core on a Chrysler PT Cruiser?
In order to change the evaporator in Pt Cruiser, the entire dash has to be removed, then replace the evaporator, and reinstall the complete dash.
Is a heater core and evaporator core the same?
no , the heater core is for your heat , the evaporator core is for your air conditioning ( cooling )
How do you change the evaporator core on a 2005 crown Victoria?
To change the evaporator core on a 2005 Crown Victoria, first disconnect the battery and remove the dashboard to access the HVAC unit. Drain the coolant and remove the heater hoses connected to the evaporator. Next, unbolt the HVAC unit from the vehicle and open it to replace the evaporator core. Reassemble the HVAC unit, reconnect the hoses, reattach the dashboard, and refill the coolant before testing the system.
Is the evaporator sensor and the evaporator core the same part?
no! sensor is the one senses the cooling of the air condition while the evaporator core is the lid of the sensor
How do you change evaporator core in 2006 Buick LaCross cxl?
To change the evaporator core in a 2006 Buick LaCrosse CXL, first, disconnect the battery and remove the dashboard to access the HVAC unit. Drain the coolant and remove the A/C lines connected to the evaporator. Then, detach the HVAC assembly, remove the old evaporator core, and install the new one before reassembling the unit and reconnecting everything. Finally, refill the coolant, recharge the A/C system, and check for leaks.
How do you change the AC evaporator core on a 2003 Kia Sorento?
In the firewall. Between the engine compartment and the passenger compartment
How do you change a rear evaporator core in a 2004 Yukon Denali?
To change the rear evaporator core in a 2004 Yukon Denali, first, disconnect the battery and evacuate the AC system. Remove the rear passenger side trim and the rear HVAC housing to access the evaporator core. Detach the necessary refrigerant lines and fasteners, then replace the old core with the new one, reassemble the housing, and reconnect everything. Finally, recharge the AC system and check for leaks to ensure proper operation.
Do you have to drain AC to change Heater Core in your 1996 Ram 1500 V6 3.9L?
Yes, both the heater core and evaporator are in the HVAC housing, which has to be removed to access either.
How do you install evaporator core on a Dodge Dakota?
First, you get a manual and then follow the step by step instructions. This is how you install a evaporator core. No thank you is required. I like to help.
How do you remove the evaporator core from a 2006 Toyota Highlander?
To remove the evaporator core from a 2006 Toyota Highlander, first disconnect the battery and drain the refrigerant from the AC system. Next, remove the dashboard and the HVAC assembly to access the evaporator core. Disconnect the necessary hoses and electrical connectors, then unbolt and carefully remove the evaporator core from the housing. Reassemble everything in reverse order, ensuring all connections are secure.
