Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Removal Procedure
- Drain the coolant. Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static Fill LWN)Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716 LWN)Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static LC8, LV1, L96)Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE47716 LC8, LV1, L96)
Coolant Recovery Reservoir(1) - Remove - Coolant Recovery Reservoir Replacement (LV1)Coolant Recovery Reservoir Replacement (L96, LC8)
Blower Case Assembly(1) - Remove - Blower Case Replacement
Front Floor Console Extension Panel(2) - Remove - Front Floor Console Extension Panel Replacement
Engine Cover(1) - Remove - Engine Cover Replacement
Remove the right side floor front air outlet center duct (2). Floor Front Air Outlet Center Duct Replacement - Right Side
Air Conditioning Evaporator and Blower Module (1) - Remove - Air Conditioning (A/C) Evaporator and Blower Module Assembly Replacement (C60) Air Conditioning (A/C) Evaporator and Blower Module Assembly Replacement (C42)
Heater Inlet Hose(3)@Heater Core Inlet Tube - Remove - Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (LWN with C69) Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (LWN Auxiliary Heater Inlet Hose) Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (LWN Water Pump Inlet Pipe to Heater Inlet and Outlet Pipe) Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (LWN without K08 Engine Coolant Thermostat to Heater Inlet and Outlet Pipe) Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (LWN without C69) Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (LV1 without C69) Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (LV1 Auxiliary Air Conditioning Evaporator Front Tube to Heater Core Inlet Tube with C69) Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (L96, LC8 Heater Water Flow Control Valve to Heater Core Inlet Tube) Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (L96, LC8 Water Pump Housing to Heater Water Flow Control Valve) Heater Inlet Hose Replacement (L96 Heater Core Inlet Tube to Auxiliary Heater Inlet and Outlet Pipe)
Heater Outlet Hose(2)@Heater Core Outlet Tube - Remove - Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (LWN with C69) Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (LWN Auxiliary Heater Outlet Hose) Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (LWN Water Pump Inlet Pipe to Heater Inlet and Outlet Pipe) Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (LWN without C69) Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (LV1 Water Pump to Heater Core Outlet Tube without C69) Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (LV1 Auxiliary Air Conditioning Evaporator Front Tube to Heater Core Outlet Tube with C69) Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (L96, LC8 Heater Water Flow Control Valve to Heater Core Outlet Tube) Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (L96, LC8 Water Pump Housing to Heater Water Flow Control Valve) Heater Outlet Hose Replacement (L96 Auxiliary Heater Inlet and Outlet Pipe to Heater Core Outlet Tube)
- Remove the left windshield garnish molding and right side windshield garnish molding. Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement
- Remove the left side body hinge pillar trim panel and right side body hinge pillar trim panel. Body Hinge Pillar Trim Panel Replacement
Instrument Panel Knee Bolster-Right Side(1) - Remove - Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement (Left Side)Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement (Right Side)
Instrument Panel Knee Bolster-Left Side(1) - Remove - Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement (Left Side)Instrument Panel Knee Bolster Replacement (Right Side)
Steering Column(1) - Remove - Steering Column Replacement
Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate(1) - Remove - Instrument Panel Cluster Trim Plate Replacement
Instrument Cluster(2) - Remove - Instrument Cluster Replacement
Heater and Air Conditioning Control(2) - Remove - Heater and Air Conditioning Control Replacement
Radio(2) - Remove - Radio Replacement
Instrument Panel Extension(1) - Remove - Instrument Panel Extension Replacement
Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel(1) - Remove - Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel Replacement
Windshield Defroster Outlet Duct(1) - Remove - Windshield Defroster Duct Replacement
Instrument Panel Trim Pad(2) - Remove - Instrument Panel Trim Pad Replacement
Instrument Panel Airbag Module(2) - Remove - Instrument Panel Airbag Replacement
Instrument Panel Carrier(1) - Remove - Instrument Panel Carrier Replacement
Support the heater case inside the passenger compartment prior to removing the heater case nut.
- Heater Case Nut (1) - Remove
Heater Assembly(1) - Remove
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.