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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1990RANGER 4WD L4-140 2.3L SOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGHEATER CORESERVICE AND REPAIR
1990 Ford Ranger 4WD L4-140 2.3L SOHC
Heater Core: Service and Repair
1990 Ford Ranger 4WD L4-140 2.3L SOHCSECTION Service and Repair
Heater Core:
REMOVAL
1. Drain cooling system. Service and Repair
2. Disconnect hoses from heater core. Plug hoses and core openings to prevent leakage of residual coolant.
3. Working inside the passenger compartment, remove screws attaching heater core access cover and remove the cover.
4. Pull the heater core rearward and down to remove from the plenum.
INSTALLATION
1. Position heater core and seal in the plenum opening.
2. Install heater core access cover.
3. Attach heater hoses to core tubes. Do not overtighten clamps.
4. Refill cooling system.
5. Check system for proper operation.
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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.