OEM 2001 Chevrolet Venture Heater Core

2001 Chevrolet Venture Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the auxiliary heater core on 2001 Chevrolet Venture?

  A: The first step to replace the auxiliary heater core requires draining the cooling system followed by vehicle elevation for support. Before starting the operation disconnect the auxiliary heater hoses from their positions on the auxiliary heater core pipes while lowering the vehicle down. The first step includes removing the left rear quarter trim panel after which the auxiliary heater pipe clamp screw and clamp must be detached. You can install the auxiliary inlet heater hose clamp to the heater core pipe before pulling the inlet hose downward. The same steps should be performed on the auxiliary outlet heater hose as well. Begin by removing the mounting screws of the auxiliary heater core and then extract the heater core from the HVAC module assembly before installing the heater core mounting bracket. To install replace the auxiliary heater core in the HVAC module assembly by first mounting the bracket then tightening all screws to 1.6 N.m (14 lb in). Install new hose clamps to the auxiliary heater core pipes before attaching outlet and inlet heater hoses by aligning the pipes properly for a correct clamp fit. Secure the auxiliary heater pipe clamp by tightening its screw to 1.6 N.m (14 lb in). When the vehicle is in position attach the auxiliary heater hose clamps before raising the vehicle to join the heater core pipes to the hose connections. The right procedure concludes with filling the cooling system followed by reinstallation of the left rear quarter trim panel.