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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001S10 PICKUP 2D PICKUP, 2.2 5, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 754 (HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSHEATER CORE REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2001 Chevrolet S10 Pickup 2D Pickup, 2.2 5, Automatic
Removal Procedure
2001 Chevrolet S10 Pickup 2D Pickup, 2.2 5, AutomaticSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the HVAC module. Refer to HVAC Module Assembly ReplacementΒ .
- Remove the heater core outlet cover screws.
- Remove the heater core outlet cover.
- Remove the heater core cover screws.
- Remove the heater core cover.
- Remove and discard the seals (1,2,3) from the heater core cover.
- Remove and discard the heater core outer seal (5) from the heater core.
- Remove the heater core retaining clamp screw (1).
- Remove the heater core retaining clamp.
- Remove the heater core pipe retainer clamp screw (2).
- Remove the heater core from the HVAC module case - lower.
- Remove and discard the heater core lower seal (4) from the HVAC module case - lower.
- Remove and discard the heater core center seal (3) from the HVAC module case - lower.
- Remove and discard the heater core upper seal (2) from the HVAC module case - lower.
- Remove and discard the heater core side seals (1) from the HVAC module case - lower.
- Remove the heater core pipe retainer clamp from the heater core pipes.
Using a flat bladed tool, release the retaining tab and open the clamp.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.