How to Back Flush Your Heater Core by Yourself

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@1AAuto
@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын
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@GoatFaceKilla
@GoatFaceKilla 4 жыл бұрын
Could a blocked heater core cause my truck to overheat?
@hnicoletyler86
@hnicoletyler86 2 жыл бұрын
I'm trying to get to the heater core on my 2006 Chevy Equinox. do you happen to have a video on it? I've looked and I may be over looking it..
@timholman1733
@timholman1733 11 ай бұрын
I have dodge trucks and have been doing this for 15 years. I fill the core with clr, let sit for an hour and then flush it with plain water. Works every time. I can't wait to hear why i shouldn't be doing this😂😂. Cheers!
@one7decimal2eight
@one7decimal2eight 3 жыл бұрын
Do not do it like this. Old Heater cores get brittle where the hoses attach. If you bust off one of those metal nipples then you will need to replace the whole core which involves dash removal. Disconnect the hoses further down and flush from there. You've been warned.
@feloniusduck183
@feloniusduck183 2 жыл бұрын
pinecone moment
@reez1728
@reez1728 2 жыл бұрын
@BroncoBob *you're
@MARLONdaman
@MARLONdaman 2 жыл бұрын
That is why I said just go ahead and change the heater core. It is a long process; but, it is not that hard to do. Just a lot of disassembly and reassembly. 👈🏿. YOU MUST BE A PATIENT GRASSHOPPER. YOU CAN PAY $700 TO $1800 TO GET IT DONE YOURSELF.
@lukehelpmetakethisdangmaskoff
@lukehelpmetakethisdangmaskoff 2 жыл бұрын
Actually, the dash is not involved. On that particular model of Chevy/GMC the core is accessed from the lower footwell and involves 6 easily accessible screws and removal of the plastic core cover. It takes about 10 minutes. My mechanic said the same thing about dash removal and lots of $ which prompted me to look it up on youtube. I was very relieved to see that it is an easy job! The core is cheap too!
@Kgio-2112
@Kgio-2112 2 жыл бұрын
Great tip
@JuanFlores-nl9nc
@JuanFlores-nl9nc 2 жыл бұрын
Great video but here’s an extra tip, before installing the hoses back run coolant through the heater core to flush out all the water so you maintain a proper 50/50 mixture of antifreeze and water
@livenfree
@livenfree 5 жыл бұрын
FYI SOME VEHICLES HAVE PLASTIC HEATER CORE LINES COMING OUT THRU FIREWALL. SO DON'T TRY AND REMOVE HOSES ON OLD VEHICLES (MERCURY VILLAGER / NISSAN QUEST) INSTEAD CUT IN MIDDLE & REPAIR WITH A DOUBLE NIPPLE END SPLICE REPAIR. HOSE CLAMP ON.
@marklopez8378
@marklopez8378 Ай бұрын
Yes that's exactly what I'm going to do👍
@peterh5358
@peterh5358 Жыл бұрын
Here's a trick I did. I put flush in the system then I reversed the hoses on the input and output to the heater core to get the reverse flow through it. Then drove it till I had about 6 hour's running time on it which was the longer option suggested on the Prestone Flush bottle. I think it worked well but I won't know till winter for sure. It's summer now, hard to tell how the heater will actually work when it's cold. Anyway, thought it was a neat trick, super easy and super low labor to get the reverse flow through the heater core. Hope this helps someone.
@1AAuto
@1AAuto Жыл бұрын
+Peter H Thanks for the feedback!
@nemz7505
@nemz7505 3 жыл бұрын
Only way I can move the sediment in BMW heater cores is by pulsing with air and water, water flushing alone often does not work. Drain coolant (not all just under the level of the heater core pipes) and disconnect the two heater core pipes from the engine and expansion tank. Wrap some gaffa (duct) tape around the tip of a typical blower so you can create a seal on either of the two plastic hose connectors, fill the heater core pipes with water from a hose and quickly use the blower to push the water through. You'll usually get a load of sandy coloured water coming out, understand this sand is from the mold when the block is originally cast which has broken loose inside the cooling system. Flush both ways using air and water until it runs clear, then run water through to get the final bits out. Reconnect pipes, refill cooling system and bleed. Enjoy your now toasty heating at last :D
@ramgabe1027
@ramgabe1027 7 жыл бұрын
Isn’t a regular garden hose already 5/8”? If so then no adapter needed if you cut up an old hose or cheap one. the female on the old/cheap hose goes on the male garden hose supplying water. Other half can be the outflow. Just a thought.
@GoatFaceKilla
@GoatFaceKilla 4 жыл бұрын
Could a blocked heater core cause my truck to overheat?
@samwhite9894
@samwhite9894 4 жыл бұрын
@@GoatFaceKilla no
@danielmcbride4828
@danielmcbride4828 4 жыл бұрын
@@GoatFaceKilla most likely a thermostat needs replaced you want to make sure your water pumps working and your radiator is got antifreeze if the water pump is working and you got antifreeze the most likely it's you thermostat of course you could have a clogged radiator that needs flushed most likely it's the thermostat or water pump
@ypopnun1003
@ypopnun1003 3 жыл бұрын
some are and yes that can work!
@philipbond4088
@philipbond4088 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video. My heater core hoses are permanently sealed to the tubes and I have to cut them to do the flush...can you guys recommend any type of wrap/seal to tape them back together?
@1AAuto
@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын
+Philip Bond you would want to replace the hoses. There isn't a tape that would be able to hold them together. Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c
@dddddd2100
@dddddd2100 4 жыл бұрын
Use a T connector where you cut the hoses.
@billbosch9127
@billbosch9127 3 жыл бұрын
Scotch tape. Be sure it's 3M though.
@justpray365
@justpray365 3 жыл бұрын
@@billbosch9127 Great answer. The person that said there aren’t any stupid questions never saw the one about using tape on a heater hose.
@carlosceoofredlinequickshift
@carlosceoofredlinequickshift 3 жыл бұрын
@@justpray365 😂😂😂
@scotta9114
@scotta9114 7 ай бұрын
I need to try this on a 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. The Heat quit working immediately after a coolant flush. When I replaced the Anti-Freeze, the County extension Agency said if it less than 5 gallons, to dump the coolant down the toilet. I couldn't believe their answer! So I have a 5 gallon Home Depot Bucket with the old Coolant I need to dispose of. Thank you for the video. Much appreciated.
@davecrupel2817
@davecrupel2817 4 жыл бұрын
The problem with alot of these heat radiators is their Inlets and outlets tend to be on the same side. Which drastically reduces the area utilization on the heater core, and makes gum ups easier.
@1AAuto
@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын
+Dave Crupel Thanks for the feedback!
@jodysherlocksr.5481
@jodysherlocksr.5481 3 жыл бұрын
finally someone who shows you what to do and not someone who likes to hear themselves talk!
@1AAuto
@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын
+jody sherlock sr. Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c
@stevenherd9799
@stevenherd9799 5 жыл бұрын
you should flush it in the manner that you did the first time and then back flush it the other way the second time to remove all grits and contaminants from the tanks on the heater
@brianhuffman3202
@brianhuffman3202 4 жыл бұрын
I agree, with the hoses in place, why not flush in both directions it wouldn't take 30 more seconds and might dislodge more debris. Regards
@symple001
@symple001 3 жыл бұрын
Do you need to burp it after this or just add coolant
@emilyramsey9079
@emilyramsey9079 7 жыл бұрын
Good job. Would like to suggest for some cars it's hard to get air out and to help with that problem after installing first hose remove the yellow clamp to allow coolant to burp the core then when coolant comes out install the second hose,
@XECUTA2
@XECUTA2 3 жыл бұрын
looks like you replaced the heater core?! looks like a brand new one when you reinstalled the hoses!
@davestout844
@davestout844 3 жыл бұрын
Agreed
@hardkore360
@hardkore360 3 жыл бұрын
great observation! he also had left water in the old heater hore, I would recommend flushing it out with new coolant before putting the hoses back on
@dondadon3806
@dondadon3806 2 жыл бұрын
@@hardkore360 f Got a thing over somewhere What time is it has been seen
@kdcustoms1272
@kdcustoms1272 2 жыл бұрын
Ok? Probably did 2 videos in 1.
@MARLONdaman
@MARLONdaman 2 жыл бұрын
He needs to do a series on changing the heater core, disassembling the dashboard to changing the heater core out to changing the thermostat. 👈🏿
@navjeetsingh2318
@navjeetsingh2318 5 жыл бұрын
Very well explained My car make water running sound and water suction sound under dash where heater core is. How can i get rid off
@1AAuto
@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын
+navjeet singh Thanks for checking us out. That sound can be caused by air in the system, have you made sure it was entirely flushed? If you are unable to figure out what is causing the problem we recommend you have a trusted garage take a look to accurately diagnose it for you. 1aauto.com
@damayajyles9397
@damayajyles9397 5 жыл бұрын
At 5:30.. is it safe to do this with a water hose? Just won't be able to get the water back out.
@hammerwell0868
@hammerwell0868 5 жыл бұрын
Yeah , just add your coolant through your clear hose until the coolant comes out , then reconnect your heater core hoses.
@justinbtchr4522
@justinbtchr4522 7 жыл бұрын
Those hose block off clamps are what dreams are made of :D
@davidpepin6443
@davidpepin6443 4 жыл бұрын
Right. Mine on my van were designed by the devil
@braydendunlap9597
@braydendunlap9597 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, vise grips don't do the job. Don't ask how I know
@tysonkay4900
@tysonkay4900 4 жыл бұрын
Ive used needle nose vise clamps and a broken paint stir stick on either to protect the hose from the jaws.
@nhlninetyfour
@nhlninetyfour 3 жыл бұрын
@@tysonkay4900 good idea
@cad1995
@cad1995 4 жыл бұрын
Am I the only one waiting for him to fire up the truck and say "That fixed it"!
@Dan-sl5bq
@Dan-sl5bq 3 жыл бұрын
I think hes still wearing a coat...
@aaronmenchinger
@aaronmenchinger 2 жыл бұрын
Yea
@rayray9777
@rayray9777 Жыл бұрын
Maybe he is still scratching his head. Since he was anticipating the heater core to be more clogged.
@manij1078
@manij1078 5 жыл бұрын
Luke warm heat on driver side cold on passenger side. Car gets hot while driving and fan kicks in even with heat off. Any advice thinking of doing this flush then replace heater core if the flush doesnt work.
@brandonbrekkestran3569
@brandonbrekkestran3569 5 жыл бұрын
Beast Mode sounds more like blender motor problem
@AM-en3ne
@AM-en3ne 7 жыл бұрын
Did this work? We didn’t get the end result from this video. Question, how about if your Anti freeze is low, would this cause your heat to disappear?
@MacsPiano
@MacsPiano 6 жыл бұрын
A M - yes if your coolant is low it can cause some heat loss. Top it up while running hot and see the change. Make sure you have good flow and your fans work as well! Good luck
@OffGridInvestor
@OffGridInvestor 5 жыл бұрын
@@MacsPiano never EVER top it up while running hot. Great way to have it geyser out. I took the cap off 3 hours after I got home and it did. Also adding cold coolant straight to hot with the engine off and then starting again can crack your head due to thermal shock. But what would I know, I only worked in radiator manufacturing.
@1AAuto
@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын
+Link Knight Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c
@caffreys1979
@caffreys1979 7 жыл бұрын
Was very subtle but at 5:50 i noticed the inlet and outlet looked NEW or VERY CLEAN compared to before (3:45) ... did u put a new matrix in there or something or did you clean the metal and just EDIT the video?
@missyidontgiveacrap9939
@missyidontgiveacrap9939 7 жыл бұрын
caffreys1979 He put in a new heater core. If there’s good flow and the heater is still not working, then the core needed to be replaced.
@nicholas8nj
@nicholas8nj 6 жыл бұрын
He said IN THIS CASE THE Sediments coming out wasn't bad. HE DID NOT SAY He was doing this demonstration to show us.😮
@acrittendoncrittendon4143
@acrittendoncrittendon4143 6 жыл бұрын
Yeah I noticed that too lol I think they did that retested no heat new heater core?
@larrygonzales7410
@larrygonzales7410 4 жыл бұрын
I have a 2000 s10 that keeps getting sludge in the cooling system and just pulled my heater core hoses off last night and this was the video I wanted to see. (No water in the oil)
@1AAuto
@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын
+Larry Gonzales Thanks for checking us out!
@AnthonyArmifera
@AnthonyArmifera 5 жыл бұрын
If the heater core is clogged resulting in poor circulation of coolant back to the water pump will this cause engine overheat? I have done the thermostat and the car produces heat sometimes. Piping hot in and cold empty line out.
@OffGridInvestor
@OffGridInvestor 5 жыл бұрын
Generally there's not enough heat moved by the heater core to cause the engine to overheat with it ALONE. Because you have it switched off during summer. Sounds more like sludge blocking the tubes in your radiator. You can buy a coolant flush but sometimes it will make zero difference to the radiator because the tubes in the core are so thin. The heater CAN BE turned on full blast to help stop a car from overheating. Old trick us Australians use.
@SDsailor7
@SDsailor7 3 жыл бұрын
So the hoter hose is the inlet right? And the cooler is the inlet?
@MrsBuddevil
@MrsBuddevil 2 жыл бұрын
I need to know this too
@Ottonic6
@Ottonic6 Жыл бұрын
Could you use some CLR in the water (with proper sprayer of course)?
@snoopy95520
@snoopy95520 2 жыл бұрын
I believe I mixed up my heater core hoses! Which hose from the radiator and engine goes to Which connection to the heater core?
@trubblekleff3655
@trubblekleff3655 3 жыл бұрын
Hello..im tryna flush my 2011 kia sorento heater core..i feel one is hot and one is cold..question..which side would i send water thru? The cold side or hot side?
@djsi38t
@djsi38t 2 жыл бұрын
The cold side would be sending it through backwards which is what he is reccomending but I would do both ways.it goes in the core hot and comes out cooled down.
@2brokenwings73
@2brokenwings73 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the videos. Inspired to do mine God bless your channel.
@1AAuto
@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын
+2brokenwings73 Thanks for checking us out!
@gene2200
@gene2200 4 жыл бұрын
Ever isolate the core, vacuum and blow it out after flushing it and fill it with CLR overnight or...? Have a 2000 Taurus which are notorious for blocked cores, it's at the bottom of the cooling system. Doing mine tomorrow, using just water doesn't work very well!
@SilverBlackG
@SilverBlackG 3 жыл бұрын
After doing a complete coolant flush, is it possible on a MK4 golf to reverse the pipes to the heater matrix so it now runs in reverse or do they only operate one way round?
@timpope7274
@timpope7274 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent instructions. Great soundtrack 👌
@st3v3nb915
@st3v3nb915 5 жыл бұрын
I changed my ac compress AC blows cold 🥶 but heater doesn’t heat any idea if i can fix it by doing this to my car ?
@lineemup2255
@lineemup2255 3 жыл бұрын
Did it ever work I'm facing the same issue?!
@AltruisticWarrior
@AltruisticWarrior 3 жыл бұрын
Depends on the vehicle. No heat to the defrost either? Some blend doors can get stuck.
@luigiprovencher
@luigiprovencher 4 жыл бұрын
On a 2008 Chevy Colorado there's a Yellow Hose connector on the right and a White hose connector on the left. Which side is which?
@user-jn9km6qd7g
@user-jn9km6qd7g 3 жыл бұрын
I flushed my 1997 C1500's entire cooling system with tap water. I plan on replacing it with 50/50 coolant, but I am concerned with the tap water that is left in the heater core. Should I be worried about corrosion from the left over tap water or will it be diluted with the fresh coolant enough to not matter?
@GeorgiaRidgerunner
@GeorgiaRidgerunner 3 жыл бұрын
Water wont hurt nothing Remember pre diluted antifreeze is diluted with water if you buy straight anti freeze it will say to dilute it with water
@butch93105
@butch93105 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, good production.
@1AAuto
@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын
+sbdrumr Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c
@hughphillips67Mustang
@hughphillips67Mustang 3 жыл бұрын
My sons jeep has great heat. But the defroster don't work. Windows fog over instantly. No liquid on the floorboards. Possible plugged heater core?
@1AAuto
@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын
+Mr Phillips We wouldn't be able to diagnose an issue like that here, you may want to have a local mechanic take a look at it. Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c
@waleyefish9026
@waleyefish9026 4 жыл бұрын
Did it work?
@vlldavid
@vlldavid 3 жыл бұрын
Don't use Dex-Cool in these engines,It crystalizes in the back ports I have a 5.7l with 10,000 miles had to do a intake manifold gasket and the back cooling ports where solid, clogged had to clean them out and I went back to the green anti-freeze.
@AltruisticWarrior
@AltruisticWarrior 3 жыл бұрын
Green is garbage compared to some other options. I actually use g12/g13 in many of my vehicles, it's a solid stable option with a lot of the right inhibitors.
@JohnODonovan1
@JohnODonovan1 5 жыл бұрын
Does a load of steam /smoke coming out the vents rule out a flush and confirm a bad core?
@kozlovcustoms8116
@kozlovcustoms8116 5 жыл бұрын
John O'Donovan yes
@OffGridInvestor
@OffGridInvestor 5 жыл бұрын
Definitely. Old ones from the 80s you could actually fix with a soldering iron.
@danielmcbride4828
@danielmcbride4828 4 жыл бұрын
If you're going to mess around with taken out the thermostat put a new one in those things are bitch to get to and you might as well replaces the right way because you will never want to do it again I've actually got rid of cars that had bad thermostats because the whole dashboard had to come out just to replace it
@alexvagias5295
@alexvagias5295 9 ай бұрын
Good video! Very informative.
@208Brando
@208Brando 6 жыл бұрын
My 02 Ram 1500 isn’t blowing hot air. Coolant is fairly clean and both the inlet and outlet to the heater are hot to the touch. Do you still think flushing the system would help?
@bertdemeule4802
@bertdemeule4802 6 жыл бұрын
208Brando q@
@rahrah8076
@rahrah8076 6 жыл бұрын
208Brando change the thermostat
@dr.williamlutherpierce8720
@dr.williamlutherpierce8720 7 жыл бұрын
If the block off clamps were not in place would you loose all the coolant? Would it just gush out?
@TheTruthSeeker756
@TheTruthSeeker756 5 жыл бұрын
Dr. William Luther Pierce That’s what he said
@johnnymccloy1163
@johnnymccloy1163 3 жыл бұрын
Want to flush my heater core on 2009 Dodge Ram 1500, any tips or videos
@1AAuto
@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын
+johnny mccloy We're always cycling through common cars. We'll add this repair to our list! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c
@scotthart6237
@scotthart6237 2 жыл бұрын
Dude that introduces minerals into the system though!
@tylerbarton2617
@tylerbarton2617 5 жыл бұрын
I'm attempting to flush my G/F' s heater core in a 12' dodge avenger sxt, but where her inlet & outlet goes into the firewall hers has what look like aluminum tubing rather than hoes & they run all the way to the front near the radiator before each of them finally connect to hoes....am I looking at the correct tubing to attempt to do the flush you're doing in your video here? I'm fairly certain I'm at least looking at something related to the cooling/heating system cuz 1 of the tubes has a little outlet w/ a cap & tag around it that says (WARNING! Do not operate vehicle while system is under pressure! ACTION required, release vacuum) I opened this cap & found what looked like a tire valve stem pressure releaser inside....I pressed on it lightly to discover it had a TON of pressure behind it.... I'm new to heating/cooling system maintenance on any vehicle so I immediately stopped releasing pressure in case this wasn't something I should've done.... can you shed any light for me as to what I'm looking at? & how would I go about completing this same process in her avenger? If I'm leaving any helpful info out plz just ask & I'll do my best to give you any other useful details on what I'm dealing with or looking at...any help you could offer me would be extremely appreciated.... I've had her car on Jack stands now for 2 days while having to share my whip....so you can imagine how desperate I'm getting tryin to finish this thermostat swap, & coolant/heater core flush as soon as possible lol. Thanks for any helpful info you can offer me
@09mazdasp33d
@09mazdasp33d 3 жыл бұрын
Thats the A/C freon line. Thats for the cold settings on your AC Edit: just noticed it was a 2yr old post lol sry
@sancheztorres35
@sancheztorres35 3 жыл бұрын
Do u have the removal tool for a heater hose for a mazda protege? Please
@ashleybreeden7462
@ashleybreeden7462 3 жыл бұрын
I have a 07 ford explorer. I am having over heating issues. Its not a head gasket. Started with the heat only working when I was on the gas. Then one day as I was driving the temp gauge kept going hot to cold. I replaced the thermostat, the radiator, sensor, noticed it leaking and changed water pump... It still overhears within 5mins of driving. Any advice?
@1AAuto
@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын
+Ashley Brown We wouldn't be able to diagnose an issue like that here, you may want to have a local mechanic take a look at it. Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c
@wyndmclark7235
@wyndmclark7235 3 жыл бұрын
Well I know this is a Chevy when you're taking off the air box be very very careful with the mass airflow sensor. try not to bang it around or drop it you could damage it and your truck will not run properly... It also a good time to inspect the mass air flow sensor for any dirt build up. it's not a cheap to replace the mass air sensor..... Just FYI.
@glenntircuit5177
@glenntircuit5177 10 ай бұрын
I don't even have these problems, but I like knowing what to do when it's time
@HOTRODRICO
@HOTRODRICO 4 жыл бұрын
i didnt run mineralized tap water thru mine... I bought two hoses to attach to the heater spouts about 3 ft long each... filled them with distilled water and then used an air gun to flush one way, and repeated the other way.. that way no corrosion could happen in the future... peace
@docmadhattan
@docmadhattan 4 жыл бұрын
Good idea
@fymoonedogmane
@fymoonedogmane 2 жыл бұрын
Totally confused say upper or lower, you grab with the hand in the way.
@jonathanmoody6574
@jonathanmoody6574 3 жыл бұрын
so I am assuming I will need to do this as I had bad heat. But is it too late if you have gone from bad heater, to intermittent overheating, to full overheating?
@michealangelo3326
@michealangelo3326 Ай бұрын
So the warmer side hose is the inlet ?
@tk4270
@tk4270 3 жыл бұрын
You still have plain water in the heater core. Either blow it out or put new coolant mixture in it while you got the extension hoses connected to push out the plain water so it only leaves behind the new coolant mixture in the heater core/matrix.
@1AAuto
@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын
+T K Thanks for the feedback!
@Mr.Frost181
@Mr.Frost181 6 жыл бұрын
I have a question I used some head gasket seal made by bars an it clogged my heater core up can it be flushed out my heater core I drive a 01 Monte Carlo
@1AAuto
@1AAuto 6 жыл бұрын
+Mr. Frost Not likely, you'll have to replace the heater core. Always take care using products like that, they are designed to find openings and fill them. It doesn't know the heater core isn't a leak.
@Mr.Frost181
@Mr.Frost181 6 жыл бұрын
@@1AAuto I had flushed it already an got all my heat back an blowing real hot heat
@newwavepressure6478
@newwavepressure6478 6 жыл бұрын
I have an 06 Dodge Charger rt and I'm only getting heat when I accelerate its topped off and i replaced the thermostat about a year ago but never overheats
@Richard-xc3cw
@Richard-xc3cw 6 жыл бұрын
you need to bleed the system better. top off the coolant, start car and put heat on full blast. let it run, preferably with a spill free funnel attached. squeeze the hoses a few times and rev it a few times and hold it at 3-3500rpms, or until cooling fan kicks on. if this doesn't help, you may have a leak somewhere in the system. hope this helps. good luck!
@rahrah8076
@rahrah8076 6 жыл бұрын
JT 1200 there is a bleeder valve you can crack open a few turns then pop off the coolant reservoir cap and pour in coolant until coolant comes out of the bleeder valve then when there is lots of coolant coming from bleeder valve you tighten it and this all can be done when the engine is cold
@jawadarif5676
@jawadarif5676 2 жыл бұрын
Hi I have a question, if I was to remove one of the heater core hosepipe and add a water hose , will I be able to flush the whole cooling system,
@lunchroomdad
@lunchroomdad 3 жыл бұрын
Anyone know what size hoses and fittings to buy? I don't know much about measuring this stuff lol
@elcidlord
@elcidlord Ай бұрын
Huh? Shouldn't the entire cooling system be flushed? The radiator, engine block, and heater core back flushing all at the same time?
@MARLONdaman
@MARLONdaman 2 жыл бұрын
They sold out of thermostats at a critical time, winter time. Please do a video on changing the thermostat on a 4th Generation Dodge Ram plus list the tools need with socket extensions.
@markkouros6628
@markkouros6628 2 жыл бұрын
In the end did you attach the hose to the cold one
@daviddejesus5869
@daviddejesus5869 3 жыл бұрын
Is it possible that this can cause the vents to blow different temperatures? My 2 passenger vents are blowing a little cool with heat on full blast. I checked all of my blend doors and they're all working fine, I have a 2002 Camry 2.4L
@subsilkdj
@subsilkdj 3 жыл бұрын
I have the same issue on my Jeep, left side is cool right side is hot. It's been flushed already from a mechanic and no luck. Have you found the cause of yours?
@MM-kz2fc
@MM-kz2fc 3 жыл бұрын
You also changed out the heater core in this video but just did not show that being done? Why
@Snowman3g
@Snowman3g 6 жыл бұрын
How do you know if the heater core needs to be flushed or if it needs to be replaced?? I have a 97 bravada and the heat blows low the water pump has been replaced and the engine doesn’t run hot has coolant. Do I need to flush the engine or the core?
@1AAuto
@1AAuto 6 жыл бұрын
+Snowman3g Thanks for watching! There could be multiple reasons why you're having this particular problem. We suggest taking your vehicle to a nearby reputable shop to accurately identify the cause! 1aauto.com
@Snowman3g
@Snowman3g 6 жыл бұрын
1A Auto Parts thanks but your responds didn’t help
@nickonickster1
@nickonickster1 4 жыл бұрын
Shouldnt you run the heater while doing that?
@danielmcbride4828
@danielmcbride4828 4 жыл бұрын
No I heater core is just like a mini radiator that's in the dashboard when the hot water flows through it and gets hot the fan blow across the thermostat radiator looking deal in the dashboard that's hot that's where you get your heat from turn the heater on will do nothing
@fort3463
@fort3463 2 жыл бұрын
I'm not sure if I have the right hose in the right side of the heater core. Can you help please?
@sniperpaintcorrection
@sniperpaintcorrection 4 жыл бұрын
My car over heats, smoke comes out vents, fog windshield , wet floor, maple syrup smell. Is this a failed/clogged heater core? I have a 95 vw cabrio. Can I flush this and would this fix it?
@TheRealRougarou
@TheRealRougarou 4 жыл бұрын
No, it sounds like you need a new heater core :/
@WiringRescue
@WiringRescue 3 жыл бұрын
I definitely need to get a set of those hose clamp pliers.
@1AAuto
@1AAuto 3 жыл бұрын
+Ratty Muscle Car - They are one of the greatest inventions. Thanks for watching our video!
@unicornspirit6411
@unicornspirit6411 7 жыл бұрын
I have chevy optra and when turning on AC coolent leaks and engine over heats what should i do?
@1AAuto
@1AAuto 7 жыл бұрын
+Tony Issac Thank you for checking us out. It does appear that when you turn on the AC, there is an additional space where coolant has more pressure to spread throughout the engine. It could be that the water pump is leaking, or the fan is not engaging properly. It is best to have it fully diagnosed to have it fixed as soon as possible. 1aauto.com
@donniemunroe7512
@donniemunroe7512 2 жыл бұрын
excellent video and parts, thanks
@HorizonMain
@HorizonMain 4 жыл бұрын
So if doing a full system drain , its recommended to drain the radiator first then flush the core?
@alanwhiteside410
@alanwhiteside410 Ай бұрын
Your list of tools used in the video section does not include the most important tool you used the radiator hose block off clamps. Now I have to spend time searching for those, you should have had a hyperlink for those clamp pliers!
@Wu-Tang_Shaolin
@Wu-Tang_Shaolin 2 жыл бұрын
Will this fix engine overheating?
@DubstepzGaming
@DubstepzGaming 2 жыл бұрын
This fix your issue
@SunflowerGirlRV
@SunflowerGirlRV 3 жыл бұрын
I have a flickering noise behind the glove box .. Blower doesn't have force when flickering
@ExtremeRecluse
@ExtremeRecluse Жыл бұрын
Boiling water mixed with CLR. Let sit for one hour. Then flush.
@openmind9555
@openmind9555 6 жыл бұрын
Great info. Thanks!
@michaelpashan21
@michaelpashan21 6 жыл бұрын
What if I have heat but there is a gurgling sound coming from my dash when I start it in the mornings, I burped the coolant system already and its still doing it? do I need to bleed the heater core next?
@1AAuto
@1AAuto 6 жыл бұрын
+Michael Passion Comedy There may still be an air pocket trapped in the system. 1aauto.com
@michaelpashan21
@michaelpashan21 6 жыл бұрын
1A Auto Parts you are correct, I continued to bleed it and it took care of the issue. Thank you so much for responding, great help
@nicke5375
@nicke5375 6 жыл бұрын
I'm having this same issue in my 08 Equinox. Little to no heat at cold start. Blows mostly cold at an idle. If I Rev the engine at an idle, I hear water whooshing under the driver's side dash area, not loud, just enough I notice. No overheating and once I get on the road, it starts blowing hot again and will continue to blow hot after I've driven for some time. I'm stumped. I've opened the bleeder valve and coolant comes out right away, no bubbles from it or air. Is there a 2nd bleeder I'm unaware of? I'm going nuts with this issue. Everything topped off and not a head/intake gasket issue. Help! Lol live in Iowa and winter is here!
@ROBCUPPLES
@ROBCUPPLES 4 жыл бұрын
@@nicke5375 , did you ever resolve this? I have the EXACT issue with a 2008 Saturn Vue, same car as yours, basically. Any infor you can provide me? I am in Alaska, and winter is coming here! And it gets COLD!
@henryguerra2008
@henryguerra2008 7 жыл бұрын
I have heat in the back of my Ford expedition but no in front if i do flush work or not
@ypopnun1003
@ypopnun1003 3 жыл бұрын
They are 2 heater cores so yes the front one can be blocked.
@johnmccloud1831
@johnmccloud1831 6 жыл бұрын
What if heater core has a unknown leak,will it flood floor in cab?
@1AAuto
@1AAuto 6 жыл бұрын
+John Mccloud Many times this will happen if the heater core is leaking. Thanks! 1AAuto.com
@paullorenz6457
@paullorenz6457 7 жыл бұрын
Did not know about the block off clamps. Need those. Thanks!
@1AAuto
@1AAuto 7 жыл бұрын
+Paul Lorenz Thanks for watching. 1aauto.com
@danielmcbride4828
@danielmcbride4828 4 жыл бұрын
You don't need those clamps you would maybe lose a cup of antifreeze by not using them if that
@yhday8060
@yhday8060 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip 👍
@1AAuto
@1AAuto 4 жыл бұрын
+yh Day Thanks for checking us out! 1aau.to/m/Shop-1AAuto-c
@mgmaier75
@mgmaier75 3 жыл бұрын
Great Video!!
@jameswhite1319
@jameswhite1319 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing
@Grizzly1991.
@Grizzly1991. 6 жыл бұрын
So is the hot hose the inlet or out let?
@1AAuto
@1AAuto 6 жыл бұрын
+Angel C Hot in, cold out! 1aauto.com
@donniecook4459
@donniecook4459 6 жыл бұрын
I’ve never had to replace one before. Does the radiator usually run just a little hot ( like just a tick above 210) if the heater core is bad?
@johnnyquick7128
@johnnyquick7128 3 жыл бұрын
What about venting the heater core? Wouldn’t the trapped air cause heating issues?
@victorbroad993
@victorbroad993 2 жыл бұрын
Well did you start truck to see if it worked did I miss that part ....
@billjohnson348
@billjohnson348 Жыл бұрын
How to replace rear heater çore 2008 hyundai veracruz 3.8
@andyjones8025
@andyjones8025 Жыл бұрын
What if both hoses are hot in my case on a 2010 Chrysler Sebring
@GaZonk100
@GaZonk100 2 жыл бұрын
wonder if you can just swap the hoses around and drive it for a while
@christianbreault8301
@christianbreault8301 10 ай бұрын
Why am I leaking coolant now? Is it a bad heater core?
@MerkinMuffly
@MerkinMuffly 6 жыл бұрын
I did several flushes on my 98 camry, went around with water in it for about a month. When I put coolant in it, it started leaking from water pump. Any advice?
@1AAuto
@1AAuto 5 жыл бұрын
+MerkinMuffly It was probably leaking with water in the system, just the water was evaporating before you would see it on the ground. If the water pump or seal around it is leaking. You should replace the water pump.
@ishish9283
@ishish9283 5 жыл бұрын
You should have done a video on that 2006 Chrysler flushing heater core
@OffGridInvestor
@OffGridInvestor 5 жыл бұрын
Chryslers seem to be real mongrels for radiators and heater cores getting full of sludge.
@vinniejohnson209
@vinniejohnson209 5 жыл бұрын
Can you make a video on a heater core replacement on a 2008 scion xb?
@joeferderber5004
@joeferderber5004 5 ай бұрын
what about flushing the water that's left in the heater core?
@MARLONdaman
@MARLONdaman 2 жыл бұрын
I WOULD LOVE TO SEE A VIDEO ON CHANGING THE FUEL SENSOR AND FUEL PUMP ON A 2014 DODGE RAM. THEY SAY THE BEST WAY IS TO REMOVE THE TRUCK BED AND IT IS EASY TO INSTALL.👈🏿. YOU MIGHT NEED A FEW HELPING HANDS TO DO IT.
@yl791
@yl791 6 жыл бұрын
Can I place prestone 50/50 long life green in honda fit
@villafontananorte
@villafontananorte 6 жыл бұрын
No. Honda requires a especial type of coolant. Read your manual. You can buy supertech coolant that meets Honda standard at Walmart for $8 a gallon.
@nicholas8nj
@nicholas8nj 6 жыл бұрын
Check the Honda Dealerships service department,your manual or maybe Google. Enjoy your day
@michealdumasii5432
@michealdumasii5432 6 жыл бұрын
When doing this job on my car is there a certain type of pump I need and certain power you recommend so it won’t over power my heater core? And if there is sludge buildup will CLR clear it out, if so do I do a follow up with distilled water to clear out the CLR once it has done its job?
@matthewkinney5474
@matthewkinney5474 5 жыл бұрын
Make sure you keep under 10 psi
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