How to change a heater core at home (Jeep Liberty/ Dodge Nitro - heater core replacement)

[@MakeItEasyMechanic]

Dear friends, thank you for your feedback! Please be sure to watch the SECOND part of this video - 3 important updates - kzbin.info/www/bejne/i5e7n5JmlJaAjsk

[@anamarin6475]

I'm not sure if this is what I need to do, but every time I turn on the heater, I don't have AC in my car but that's not the issue, every time I turn on the heater the coolant starts disappearing and I have a feeling, thia has something to do with what you replacing, I'm scared 😔

[@MakeItEasyMechanic]

It is possible if you have a heater valve Check out this video kzbin.infoUgkxJfiHk03S5Y9yQ0Sbg-RQtL0LobXGyVsQ If you have a leaking heater core - when you open this valve - coolant will leak out through the heater core.. the coolant would usually leak on your passenger side floor mat (check for wetness), but can also come out as mist through your vents when you turn on the air. I hope this helps.. 🤷‍♂️

[@anamarin6475]

@@MakeItEasyMechanic no leaks from what I can see, my car heats fine, but within a week all coolant is gone, mine is an 08 dodge nitro, as mentioned my AC is not been working for years now

[@MakeItEasyMechanic]

Oh, so it's the same car basically. Then loss of coolant shouldn't have anything to do with turning on the heat. I would check for leaks (radiator, water pump, hoses etc.)

[@matt8863]

This is by far one of the best step by step instructional video's I've seen to date. And I absolutely love the "highlighting" flashing neon circle.

[@williardbillmore5713]

When they build a car they start with the heater core and the car is built around it.

[@edwardsheets]

😂

[@disrael2101]

Hahahah no way around it seems .. what a surprise to be honest i thought it's a matter of two four screws under the hood and that's all

[@williardbillmore5713]

@@disrael2101 It would not be too terribly difficult to put a securely bolted metal access door in the firewall where the heater core inlet and outlet come through. Heater core access has been an issue since cars were first manufactured. The makers seem to like the idea that they can charge six hours of labor for what should be a 20 minute job. Every time I have had to replace a heater core it is because an inadequately soldered joint has failed where the hose nipples are soldered to the core . Before I install a new heater core I always get out my torch and plumbing solder and beef up the solder joints. I have even repaired a failed joint on an original equipment heater core that was perfectly fine except for poorly made solder joints at the nipples. The joint failed and leaked for lack of solder. The old resoldered core can last for decades. I believe it is a case of planned failure and difficult access so the dealers keep you coming back for a high dollar repair.

[@ingram0774]

I think you’re adding malice where it need not be. Simply it is easier and cheaper to punch two holes for the hoses during the stamping process and call it good than to go the extra mile. These guys only care that it makes it through its projected life cycle. I know Toyota used to engineer the Camry for 250k. That was their goal. Idk what a Jeep Liberty was engineered for but I’d say a heater core replacement was not a factor in their design and assembly strategy. Sure, it could be a big conspiracy, but the automakers don’t get big kickbacks off service work. Most of the time the OE manufacturer of the components or an aftermarket company are the ones making money on part sales. So…idk. I do know that it sucks that no manufacturer considers making this job a tad easier. The easiest I have ever seen done was on an old Silverado where the bottom of the HVAC box could be pulled off and the core removed without removing anything but a black plastic trim panel under the dash. That was nice.

[@RickJackson511]

Lol 😂

[@Olds_Pwr]

This is a fabulous video for the person needing to tackle this job. I will have to say, on a 1992 C/K series pickups, in 15 minutes you can have the heater core out.

[@notetoself5474]

I literally thought what a person has to go through to replace this had to be a April fool's joke. I would attempt at rebuilding the transmission before attempting this. Thanks for the video. I'll be dropping it off at the mechanic for a week apparently.

[@stanleybroniszewsky8538]

I need mine replaced, but I've got a 2006. I can bet the rent it would have been far easier to replace it on my 73 Plymouth Satellite.

[@luisitogamer78]

800 dlls por ese trabajo,creo vale la pena intentarlo

[@Faithfulfamily]

hahaha I made the same decision after watching this lol

[@ezratillman4804]

You literally went step by step. I don't think I've ever seen a tutorial better than this one. I loved how you zeroed in on the screws and clips. Best of all was that the video and the angle shots were clear enough that I could see everything. You did an awesome job!!!

[@corymccorkle6775]

This video was great. I did this this week and without this video I can't imagine how this would have went. I will follow your videos in any repair.

[@midwestautomotive5505]

Thanks for the video. I'm a mechanic and was doing one of these today . Your video helped me and got it done in about 5 hours

[@anamarin6475]

It's scary to me, I may have to do this 😔

[@ddwoolensackIII]

Thanks for commenting on how long it took you... I'm about to do one and I'm going to allocate myself 48 hours for the job because of my luck! Lol

[@BrianMasek]

Yep this is the best one of these. Not a crazy hard job but a ton of little steps which are some much easier seeing them done. Thank you!

[@bigfoot1987thor]

This is a great video and very well done. Just food for thought. I have done a bunch of these heater core replacements, on average it takes me under 3 hours start to finish. I have never disconnected the AC lines so no need to remove or refill the freon. Simply disassemble everything as you did but leave the AC lines connected. You will have plenty of room to remove the 4 screws ,3 metal clips and the the one plastic snap to separate the heater core housing from the Ac section to replace the heater core.

[@disrael2101]

How u know tho that the heater core is defective and not something else?

[@bigfoot1987thor]

@@disrael2101 if you are getting antifreeze on the floor inside it's the heater core. They are just a poor design. I change more jeep heater cores then any other vehicle. Check the hose connections first, if they are dry then the only possible way antifreeze can get in the passenger compartment is a leaking heater core.

[@czapskibusinessgroup]

Do you just wouldn't pull it right out just do it inside the vehicle?

[@bigfoot1987thor]

@@czapskibusinessgroup yes that is how I do them, no need to remove the entire box or disconnect the AC system.

[@anamarin6475]

Are you in Houston? 🤔

[@murdoc4794]

Best heater core replacement video I've seen on this yet. Good job!

[@jeffreypascontent1969]

Seriously the best repair video I have ever seen. I'm doing this job next weed-end.

[@ThisDreamIsReal]

This tutorial was so good that i let the ads play instead of skipping them as a thank you.

[@dillionbeamon561]

So i almost took my jeep to the shop but appreciate your thoroughness. Saved alot of money

[@elcheapo5302]

You did an excellent job of breaking a huge job down into easily manageable steps. Bravo, Sir!

[@erickulykouv7781]

The best video manual for such replacement on Nitro/Liberty on youtube.

[@scottbarker9031]

So I’ve watched this video a couple of times. Getting ready to tackle this project on my Liberty. Thanks so much for the step by step process! I’ll let you know how it goes.

[@Vinchenzo4]

How did it go?

[@anamarin6475]

Did you do it??

[@mcbride991]

@@anamarin6475word around town is he’s still doing it to this day

[@andyadams8706]

Thanks! This was a great video!! I took it step by step and had no major issues (there’s always something with a bolt, tight space, etc). But you helped me a great deal. Thanks again!

[@danyandrade7315]

By honest I couldn't ever have done without your help, those highlights circles are one of the best ideas i couldn't ask for more

[@BrianMasek]

I just did this procedure on a 2008 and 2011 Liberty. These are hands down the best steps. Watch some of the others and you will be like wait you missed a step. I did have trouble pulling it out because of steering column mount. I broke one bracket on my 08 but got the 11 out. I wedged in a long screw driver to help the left side bracket clear, which I saw on another video. For the one I broke it wasn’t a huge deal but I did put a washer and nut behind the 10mm bolt as that holds part of the bracket.

[@josenieves9303]

Thank you for making this video. I replaced my daughters heater core this weekend and where ever i was in question about a step I just went to your time stamp for help. Great job.

[@anthonyhitchings1051]

An absolutely astonishing how-to. I had to pay around $1300 to get my heater core replaced at 114,000 miles on my 2008 Libby.

[@ronnieo6867]

Sir, that was one of the best (do it yourself) videos I’ve ever seen. Great job 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@normansanin3326]

Thank you for the detailed instructions. I especially like how you highlight the screws, bolt, clips, and other fasteners. Super editing!

[@terryolson7566]

Great video - You saved me A LOT of time spent in trial and error as I made the same repair on our 2009 Liberty - thanks very much!

[@jimfrank4800]

Best DIY video on this topic that I've seen. Thank you for taking the time to make a really first quality video!

[@jamesoberg8809]

Great Video! There is another video on KZbin that shows how to replace the heater core without disconnecting the AC. Jeep Liberty kk heater core without removing steering wheel or a/c - KZbin

[@ozzydawson497]

One of the best videos I’ve watched on KZbin very informative! Great job!

[@TheTerryd5150]

This video was impressive. This may be the best automotive "how-to" video I've seen. The detailed explanations and on-screen circles showing hidden items were both extremely helpful. Please do a video detailing how to swap a cam in a Hellcat. 😂

[@richieheetebrij8189]

You are an awesome teacher and your video is amazing. That is a big ass job but because you made such an amazing video it is doable from home. Might be the best DIY mechanic video for a complicated job like this that I have ever seen

[@hooskidoesminecraft6807]

holy fuck this is the greatest how to mechanic video i have seen, just showed what was needed not moving around and holy shit pausing and circling the screws for video playback is amazin.

[@ronaldmelviniii8463]

I haven't put everything back together but this video is aces.

[@rmp608]

Thank you ..thank you ..thank you!!! Just did this on my 2010 Liberty. My heater core was a disaster...and the heater box had the blend doors melted in place.. preventing them from moving...so I replaced the entire unit. I also took the diverter out inside the heater box...the air blowing out is like a hurricane now!! Not that bad of a job..one day to remove..one day to put back together.

[@timbylander7015]

Far and above the best instructional video ever.

[@eduardordz208]

Watched the video the night before and took me about 3-4 hours to do it, the video helped a lot, great video!

[@doublex632]

Thank you so much for making this video, you went above and beyond the call of duty. Follow this video step by step and you will have much success. Try not to get wrapped up in the time it takes, this is your chance to really clean your car up, especially if your heater core blew out in the driver's side carpet. I would suggest replacing the heater box and the 2 actuator motors while your there, after getting mine out I noticed I had the melted black box syndrome, then had to scramble to the next state to pick one up. The 2 hard parts: Getting dash off and on the driver's side, there's a good size plastic pin that goes into the firewall, so you have to gently wrestle it out, then my tip to reinstall that side is to tape a small flashlight pointed at the pin and hole so you can see what's going on, especially if your solo like me. Then, you really need someone to hold the steering wheel while you slip it back into the joint and put the bolt in. Thanks again, Happy Holidays to all, and lastly......Holy Heat, I could fry eggs on the vent :)

[@Low2earth2007]

Excellent how to video by far. But I sure as hell hope I never have to change mine out lol. I was searching heater core flushing and came across this and said “ o I’ll watch” and glad I did but wish I didn’t 😅😅😅

[@johncloutier1602]

Absolutely the Best Instructional Video that I have ever seen. If I had 10 thumbs, they would all be pointing Skyward. Excellent Video..................

[@robertherrmann4823]

You convinced me to let a repair shop fix it. A whole lot of work just to replace a broken plastic gear o the heater distribution box.

[@rosslato]

This is by far the Greatest How To Video I've ever seen! Thank you so much for making this video. Hope I never have to do this to my 2012 Liberty but if I do I'll use this video to do it right!

[@mikemiller8254]

This is the best heater core video i have ever seen. Great job my friend

[@rickeythomas3368]

Best DIY video I've seen period!

[@jehad78]

Great video. It has probably convinced me not to but a Jeep Liberty. That is such an insane design!!

[@PaulMcCartExperience]

Yes, too late, I just bought one.

[@jamessingleton2666]

Really appreciate the help with this project. The follow up video was also extremely helpful. Thanks.

[@wmlipford8918]

GREAT VIDEO. It made me realize my Nitro isn't worth this much effort to fix the heat . My core isn't leaking so I will try to flush it again and add suction from shop vac. Maybe it will work this time.

[@aserrano179]

the best step by step video, did it in 5 hours or so. thank you very much.

[@riqfez5468]

I finally made it wasn't easy but I got it, the new situation I have after re-install all electrical connectors, a red lighting bolt signal in the dashboard and it won't go off and the engine does not accelerate. the video was really helpful, thank you

[@riqfez5468]

@@Turk_2023 after connecting everything the following day I went back and check every thing again I'd saw one of the plugs wasn't fully making contact. fixed.

[@dunlapmichaell]

This is an awesome video! Thanks for taking the time to post it!!!!!

[@rayhastings2934]

My heat was only working one one side a last month, I thought I was going to have to replace mine and most mechanics wanted $13-1500. I was about to do it my self. With this video I def know I could of, would of took most of day I'm sure. Then I just had it flushed and my heat is all good now. But if I ever have to it in the future thank you for making this video. I hope I don't have to come back to it, but this def seems like a very common problem with these, that and the clogged heater cores like mine.

[@timhammond8209]

This is a great video. Anyone who is going to do this job should watch. Great job and thank you!

[@balaperdida1327]

Thank you.! Honestly I wouldn’t have an idea where to start on replacing a heater core.! You saved me a lot of money.!! Super easy and simple.!! Thank you for explaining it.!

[@ModMINI]

Great video. Super helpful. I would recommend laying the parts down with the cosmetic side UP as to not attract dirt or scratches - especially those A pillar covers that are difficult to clean. Thanks!

[@otilium7503]

This is exactly what I have been looking for. Thank you for giving us these steps by steps.

[@richarddipiazza7793]

Great video. Everything explained in step by step instructions. Thank you for sharing.

[@trees137]

by far the best step by step how to video I've seen in a long while good job sir, but this video definitely tells me to go pay a mechanic because the time & I'm lazy.

[@codyhughes148]

This is an incredible video. Clearly a repair most people COULD do given enough time, patience, and focus. But, I would say the amount of work is too much for a novice like myself. I guess the shop’s $1300 fee seems like a bargain unfortunately.

[@Fleen5027]

Great video . Thank god my 2009 has a warranty . By far the best video for a very complex take off

[@marcamidon6287]

Excellent video ! Already did this once and heater box gears stripped. Going to use this video to take it all apart AGAIN

[@dongideon6823]

bravo sir great video thanks to you i had the heater core out in about 4 hours

[@Waterboysplash]

Splendid video friend. I have this job lined up for me tomorrow excited to go about it. Although If the video differs from my actual experience i will be sure to come back and leave a brash comment

[@jamesray8912]

Wow, so much work to remove and replace the heater core! Great video, but this amount of work is above my skill level and I can only imagine how much a dealer would charge to do it! I guess I'll be trading my 09 Liberty next spring/summer when no one can tell heating only works on right side because core is clogged.

[@PaulMcCartExperience]

My dealer wants $1,800 for the job.

[@jonathansevert8400]

I appreciate the instructional video. Your editing is incredible and thorough. Thanks and happy holidays.

[@werushin_podcast]

Thanks so much. Extremely helpful.

[@jamessmith3225]

Thanks a ton. Great video. It helped me big time. I finished my heater core in my 2010 dodge nitro yesterday. THANKS!

[@ronfuller4418]

Thank you for a good informative video. Your description and process made the job totally easy and successful for me . I like the way you point out every fastener and wire connection. I had to refer back to your video when I was putting the job back together a few times cause I wasn't sure on some fasteners for reassembly. you saved me a lot of headache and money.

[@sharonj7978]

This video helped validate why mechanics are paid well...lol... I have a Jeep Liberty 08' and mechanic has had my vehicle twice for heat repair. It's still not warming properly. I decided to research a bit and came across your video. I cannot believe he is taking apart the entire interior each attempt at the fix. He said he cleaned the filter because it was full of gunk. I wonder if he meant the heater core. Can that be clean, rinsed & replaced? And if so, why would a mechanic go thru all of that labor and then not replace with a new part? This is our family mechanic we trust but maybe this is too difficult?? So frustrating and uncomfortable in the midwest winter.

[@MakeItEasyMechanic]

If I had to guess, he cleaned the cabin air filter (it sits behind the glove box). Heres a video about heating issues - kzbin.info/www/bejne/qpaZn52brsmMeZI

[@davedeatherage4902]

Extensive necessary step by step complicated, yet doable.thank you! 👍🏻🔧🇺🇲

[@gfy8230]

f the like button. you my friend make the best diy auto videos ive ever seen, consice no side talk, shows everything. a literal one armed chimp could follow your instruction. bravo by far the best diy videos ive ever seen, and i watch alot of them cause imma cheap bastard with a tool chest.

[@5095253153]

Thanks for taking the time to share with us

[@arturotorres6437]

Saw this video because I know I need to replace an evaporator core on a 07 Jeep Liberty. A/C is a necessity in these Texas summers. Didn't see you point the evaporator core's location or have another video. Still found this useful as it requires taking apart the dashboard.

[@MakeItEasyMechanic]

Once you remove the HVAC housing it'll be a piece of cake to change. The evaporator core is right next to the heater core inside the HVAC housing. you can see the outlet pipes of both cores right next to each other at 15:10-15:16. Good luck!

[@arturotorres6437]

@@MakeItEasyMechanic Thank you so much!

[@thaqifalmaliki6040]

Thank you so much. You are a smart mechanic. You help me a lot.❤

[@mikesmuseum]

Gad Zooks! I didn't know you had to disassemble the whole vehicle just to get to the heater core. Lol. No wonder we are getting screwed on repairs.

[@bobtop9102]

all i can say is awesome, best step by step video i have every seen

[@Desmo-]

Thank you for making this video its very detailed and precise, my front windshield is starting to fog up on our 2012 Liberty over the heater core, I will be doing this soon.

[@stanleybroniszewsky8538]

I'm going to need getting mine replaced on my 2006 Jeep Liberty Sport. I can bet it was far easier to replace it on my 1973 Plymouth Satellite.

[@dalemattingly3219]

Very detailed for the intermediate mechanics beginners beware

[@lookronjon]

Man. Looks like a lot of work but it will save myself a lot of money.

[@s.adanulloa3902]

Some design ehh! This is an absolute blunder to me. This car has 2 if it comes with the infamous SKYSLIDER. No wonder these models got discontinued rather quickly. Only 2 generations for the Jeep Liberty and 1 for the other guy. As for the video on this task. It's an absolute wonder. Detailed down to the smallest detail. A+.

[@MakeItEasyMechanic]

Thank you

[@arturotorres6437]

It's not just a Jeep thing, most heater core and evaporator cores on vechiles require the completel disassembly of the dashboard

[@gnfanatic9139]

I just did this and thank you so much for the amazing video's. The one issue I am having is I cannot get my shifter out of park with key in ign and foot on pedal. I triple checked the cables and re-seated them. still wont move.Never had an issue with it before this project so it is something I did.

[@MakeItEasyMechanic]

Check and make sure all the connectors are plugged in at the shifter and at the ignition lock. I hope this helps

[@betomendoza4059]

Now that's how you show how to do something.

[@rawkstargaming1655]

GREAT SCOTT. THANK YOU SO MUCH! WELL DONE VIDEO.

[@chrisbradley5978]

Your a lifesaver! Super comprehensive video! Thanks for the video brother!

[@bsnyder2432]

I did my 2012 Jeep liberty heater core, with out evacuating the AC. Once you the plenum loose just move it away from the fire wall and remove the core. saved $200.00.

[@RickJackson511]

Better idea is to replace the EVAP core while your in it. At least you have time to sell it before it starts leaking too.

[@tonyduncan4006]

VERY GOOD VIDEO AND VERY HELPFUL. THANKS FOR TAKING THE TIME TO MAKE THIS VIDEO..

[@Highwayman2001]

Great informative video. Just one question: what's the o'rings size between the pipes and the heather core? Can you please tell me? Thank you.!

[@dray0925]

Saved so much time Thanks for the video.

[@ricknelson576]

What a flipn nightmare. Give me the 60-70s cars any day. So much more room to work on.

[@yasoutherncousin]

Great video.. do you happen to know where the tcm module is located and the dynamic sensor?

[@raylansall6764]

I've done one of those and I think it took me about 14hr to do the job.... never again... LOL!!

[@tomrobards7753]

Yes if you are a mechanic the more of those replacements you do the faster you can do this job ..

[@disrael2101]

You're crazy for even trying it after seeing what it requires.. respect anyways

[@terrydavis7389]

thanks for making this tutorial, helped me a ton.

[@jamessteam2051]

Great video! I often hear about the havc unit breaks too. Wouldn‘t it be smart to replace the whole damn thing once you took apart the whole jeep. Would be a pitty if some short time later something of the ventilation like the venting doors? break. Who much time is this shown work taking for an average mechanic?

[@RickJackson511]

Yep, I replaced A/C EVAP at the same time. Don't want to do this again!

[@ingram0774]

You are really good at this type of video.

[@tomrobards7753]

This is a super great video ,, but not for the average shade tr mechanic ,, and FYI snap-on tools makes plyers just for squeezing all your coolant so you have minimal coolant replacement !!!

[@betherealdeal7]

Hey man this video was great! Your the best !

[@eltibu391]

Exellent video thanks. 5⭐️👍

[@raulgiovannimoreno1005]

Thanks for the video,they help me alot !!

[@2001cusito]

Thank you. This is a great video.

[@vallaymediaproductions7506]

Gonna be My first time replacing the heater core on my 04 Liberty. My windows fog easily, when I turn on the defroster I smell a sweet syrup smell & then it smells something funny afterward that gives me a headache. I noticed wetness/trail of water underneath the passenger side of the vehicle so it’s 100% heater core. Wish me luck guys

[@Stereotactic_Shwermaectomy]

Oh my god. The dealership wants to hit me with 3k to do this….I think I’m better off buying all the tools and doing it myself.

[@nicholasballard8467]

Great video! I had an issue with my air distribution box and was able to get it chanced out and put back together with in 5 hours or so. I didn’t drain the system tho. It was very easy and straightforward. Just keep everything organized and take a lot of photos, and a paint marker to label things.