Mustang Heater Core Replacement [94-04]

MUSTANG HEATER CORE INSTALL! MUSTANG HEATER CORE REPLACEMENT! DASH REMOVAL!! WITHOUT REMOVING AC!!! HOW TO FIX YOUR HEAT!!
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Hello everyone in today's video I show you how to easily remove your dash in one piece and replace your heater core. I hope this can be a good guide or reference encase you ever need to tackle this job.
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[@shaun6562]

This is hands down the best video out there for pulling a dash. I pulled mine in 35-40 min watching this video. Everyone else makes it look so hard. Absolutely fantastic video.

[@5CitiesDetail]

Great video 💯

[@lonnielocklear5728]

I am trying to put a 2001 mark 1mustang ina 3000 mustang will it work

[@Thatlowdsg]

Hey Lonnie I’m trying to understand your comment, are you saying put a Mach 1 dash in a 2000 mustang?

[@jackimackenzie4251]

I wish you could help with mine I'm at the part where ya jack the car up

[@andrewperkins8929]

If this is hands on the best video out there I feel bad for you if you went by it to do this job because I can pick this video apart.

[@user-vk3bd3lk3h]

I watched the video many times and I did the same thing in my 99 Mustang and I replaced the heater core and everything was fine. The only difference is that I did not remove the steering wheel alone, but rather from the steering column with only one bolt. I thank you very much for this wonderful effort. I benefited from you and saved money instead of... Going to the maintenance shop, keep going, you are truly amazing 👍🏻

[@TheDracer24]

Damn I didn't know chrisfixit had a second channel

[@Thatlowdsg]

His lost cousin

[@jiml9971]

Nice job. It’s very refreshing to see a young guy who can actually do a Job that takes some thinking power. Thank you

[@Jack_223]

This is the best heater core replacement video I’ve seen. I’ve done a heater core in the past, and it sucks going in blind

[@Thatlowdsg]

I appreciate that, definitely would be a cluster if you don’t go in knowing what to do or start!

[@AveragejOh]

This is a great video for pulling dash. If you don't want to break your hands getting the heater core out of the box, disconnect the evaporator coils that are right next to the heater core and pull out the entire heater box. Now you have easy access to all the screws.

[@Thatlowdsg]

thanks for the tip, that was really the hardest part was just getting it out the dang box.

[@ronalddixon3159]

Really enjoyed this video! This is confirmation that I can tackle this job. I'm swapping out the tan interior for charcoal gray along with replacing the heater core. It's obvious you've put in a serious amount of time to produce your content. Much respect. One thing I've noticed is that I saw your grandfather in there with you. I love this man. I know you can appreciate his time and guidance. That's golden! Enjoy those times with him

[@Thatlowdsg]

Family is everything is all I can say! Glad I could help with the dash / interior swap it truly isn’t too difficult! Thanks for the kind words and comment.

[@marcuswhite9161]

Dude thank you! Perfect video. Enough information to understand the process but not overly informative that it confuses people! Great job man!

[@Thatlowdsg]

Thank you for the feedback & kind words, I appreciate it and I'm glad the video could be of use for you!

[@SteveTheMechanic-fd2eg]

Good job your grandfather's been teaching you well we need lots of mechanics

[@aubreygregson2956]

This is honestly an amazing video. Your straight to the point and film everything. You should really continue and make more videos.

[@Thatlowdsg]

Hello sorry I forgot to reply sooner Aubrey. Thank you that means alot, I do to continue making content but lately things have popped up. But I appreciate it and hope to shoot something soon!

[@icycoolstudios]

hands down the best tutorial, everyone else creates extra work by removing more things than necessary. good job

[@rene00121]

Thank you a lot for your help. Your video is definitely the best and most complete around! Just finished my heater core replacement with your support

[@Thatlowdsg]

This is great news to hear, I'm glad my video could help you with this task! Thanks for the feedback!

[@andrewtitus9399]

The most informative video on all of KZbin. Thank you for making the time to do this video

[@JAYNINJA1717]

i just did mine in 8 hours bc of you my guy i genuinely appreciate you for making this video and explaining everything. got a few things to go back and fix but for me to do it in 8 hours w help in and out, i kinda expected it. yet again thank you and keep it up

[@Thatlowdsg]

Comments like this that keep me going man for real. Glad the video could help I know it isn’t perfect but I tried making it as throughout as possible. Thank you as well!

[@troypeters5938]

Bro, excellent step by step instructional. Super easy to follow. Ive already got the interior out, might as well tackle this project too.

[@andrewmapes8205]

Damn what an awesome job, best dash removal video for a mustang by far. Great job dude, very detailed

[@Thatlowdsg]

This feedback & comment is really appreciated, for real! Glad to see my videos are helping others!!

[@onlycodered]

Thank you for taking the time to put this together. Every time I turn the heat on in my '01 I smell coolant for the first 30 secs. I know it's just going to get progressively worse at this point so this is definitely on my to-do list. Probably not a bad idea to replace my evap core while I have the dash out too.

[@jamespenner5982]

Great video! Your very lucky to have family who encourage and helps. Let me tell you some tricks about mustang heater cores, and hopefully this will save you some heartache and headache lol. As you've no doubt noticed, the heater core inlet tube had a restrictor, since ford didnt have the sense to use a heater core valve. This restrictor IS NOT ENOUGH of a reduction in the water pressure for someone to really rev out a 4.6 on. Replace it with F1UZ-18D406-A. This is a revised restrictor for 4.6's that have had multiple heater core failures. Also your going to want to add a ground strap to one of the heater core tubes with a clamp and ground that out to the chassis. I blew out 3 heater cores before doing these things and havent had to replace the last one yet.

[@cdscondor]

Video is a life saver. I did the heater core car would not start. Watched this video and was able to find my mistake !!!

[@vlc9406]

What fixed it I have the same issue!

[@hermanrogers1325]

Perfect video for the mustang GT. I have a 04 mustang GT automatic dark shadow gray and when my heater core needs repairing this is the video I will watch thanks words cannot not express that detail

[@devinrawn8064]

Hat is off to you man! I used this video to tackle this project and it saved me a ton of guesswork. Seriously, this is the best how to video I have ever seen

[@Thatlowdsg]

This means alot seriously! Im glad this video could help you out thank you for the feedback!!

[@Jota-rc8yq]

Hey, man I have a question hopefully you can help. I noticed the blend door opens and closes but don’t know what position it was in when I took the dash out, do you know whether I should put it in the open or closed position when I plug the connector back in to reinstall the dash? It would suck to put everything back together and not have the hvac work properly. Thanks!

[@wastelander89]

This is the best video for doing the heater core. It helped me for my 03 base mustang v6. Thank u so so much. For great instructions

[@joser3613]

Best DiY video ever!!! Thanks for the help bud! Now i know what im going to do for the weekend in my new edge mustang👍👍

[@Thatlowdsg]

Thank you for the feedback & tuning in! Glad this could be of use for you, best of luck!

[@bozodog428]

Super job and video. When my 2000 GT needs a core replacement, I'll be very glad to have this. Thank you!

[@Thatlowdsg]

Thank you very much! Im glad this video will be a helpful reference in the future! Wish you the best of luck

[@5CitiesDetail]

Wow man great video. I love how you stated the sizes of each bolt was very helpful 🤙🏽

[@Thatlowdsg]

Thank you David, on here I try to make it as straightforward and easy to follow and informative! Thanks again

[@travistucker4067]

Great video brother! This really help me out. Keep doing your thang!💯

[@Thatlowdsg]

Hey thanks for the feedback and Im glad this video could help out!! Really means alot, will keep doing my thang !! Thanks!

[@garymiles5343]

Dude you Rock!!! Hands down the best tutorial ever... Ford made it EXTREMELY difficult to get to... Since I live in Texas a simple bypass will do.. I NEED AC not heat....

[@Thatlowdsg]

I have a couple kind words for the engineers back then.. but thanks Gary I appreciate the support and I’ve been close to Texas and man that heat is no joke. Stay safe and cool out there!

[@jmgathg]

Great video...thanks for taking your time, you’re going to help a lot of folks including me!

[@Thatlowdsg]

That’s exactly why I like taking my time on these videos, glad it can help and thank you for watching!

[@RedSn95]

Really good details and simple good job I learned a lot keep it up bro

[@Yogazies]

This is unintentional ASMR. Very good instructional video!

[@s2_eleven551]

What did I just watch? I’ve changed my heater core in my 95 GT three times with half the steps you did. 😂

[@ervinlay6917]

Greatest video ever everything explained and downloaded to my memory bank.Thanks

[@leland9902]

You are good, Keep up the good work. A real natural.

[@danielbane3844]

Great job man. Very detailed video on a process all mustang owners dread doing.

[@Thatlowdsg]

The dread is correct, I dreaded doing this myself but now I hope this can be use for everyone to tackle this & save $$$. I appreciate the comment as well, thank you.

[@danielbane3844]

@@Thatlowdsg no problem man.

[@kevtorres5441]

Thanks for such a great video 🥹 very helpful 👏

[@justinsanger3800]

Thanks for making this. About to do this on mine going to use this video when I get to it.

[@thomasward4505]

Great video, good camera angles and very good editing for the boring parts

[@Thatlowdsg]

Thank you for appreciating the videos aspects!! Much appreciated

[@ChefGadaGhunsha]

Alright!! Alright!!! I am Done!! Finally!! Great Video Man!! It took me about 10 hours to complete due to a few situations I ran into. However your vid is Spot on!!! I Know what I'm doing now!! And u was MOST DEFINITELY CORRECT..."I will have to come back to the vid a few times!!" THANKS A MILLION!!! Peeeeace!!!

[@Thatlowdsg]

That’s what I like to hear, results! Glad it could be of use man take care & enjoy the return of the heat 😎

[@ChefGadaGhunsha]

Great Vid Man! Watched it a few times! I am about to replace mine now! I will be back!

[@Thatlowdsg]

Haha this is definitely a job you might have to rewind on lol but thanks man I appreciate that and welcome to the channel. Plan to be posting soon around my bday this month. Cheers!

[@pingpong4016]

Yo you’re back! Hell yeah

[@Thatlowdsg]

This video took me quite some time to work on and edit together but yes I am back again! Thanks for tuning in!

[@jameskennedy8403]

Ty dude very informational helped me avoid mechanic fees :)

[@Thatlowdsg]

Hey that’s what i like to hear! Glad this vid could help!

[@landonbarnes1720]

Just wanna let you know dude, keep doing what your doing! Your content is better than some dudes who have thousands and thousands of followers! You definitely will help me out with these videos in the near future!

[@andrewperkins8929]

His content is only about 50 percent right so if that's good enough for you then go for it

[@tysonsvn]

@@andrewperkins8929​​⁠ Goin through the comments and guy! YOURE A HATER! STFU!!!

[@Larry-lf2ri]

I have to agree with everyone's comment. Great Job

[@JesseAscencio]

Good video helped me a lot struggling a lot trying to slide the shaft back into the steering wheel

[@Thatlowdsg]

install the rack side first, then slide thru firewall and fully extent till it reaches steering column

[@Factsharing99]

Did your k member and headers video now im doing heater core thanks dsg!

[@Thatlowdsg]

Hey im glad all these videos could be of use for you.Your welcome man wishing you goodluck!

[@darkspartan566]

very excellent description!!! thanks no need to fight with my car now lol

[@Stevieray55]

Fantastic great job one I'm gonna have to do soon on 2006 model V6

[@davinkirksey463]

The best I saw great job man

[@Thatlowdsg]

Sorry 4 the late reply but I appreciate it !

[@dwightaustin4673]

Explain very well, thanks your the best.

[@carlosmp3655]

Yooooo bro what a hell of a project ...

[@SkepticalVex]

I bet this video took some time to make. Good work. Hope you get more subscribers

[@Thatlowdsg]

This video did take me some time to put together.. but it was worth it! Thank you man!

[@steveyoung1224]

Fantastic Job!

[@ericaji6337]

dude, totally awesome video!

[@kevins6661]

Awesome video!!!!

[@kylepierce6492]

You rock,this video helped so much.

[@Thatlowdsg]

Hey that’s why I made it! Glad it could help man, thank you

[@joshuahiggins5313]

Great video bro. Something I’m looking at that I may have to do. Thanks

[@Thatlowdsg]

Thank you , any run ins you have just comment!

[@vinnydelucia2510]

Okay bud, I liked and subscribed. You did a good job. Starting at a younger age, is the way to go. Just a little advice, just invest in a cheap battery operated driver. Save yourself aton of time. Maybe you just chose to do all manual for video 🤷🏻‍♂️. Good job. Actually helped me out and I have a 800 hp procharged 96 saleen. Learn every day, no matter how much you have done, or have done with your car. Bless!

[@Thatlowdsg]

That’s how I like to look at it, there’s always something to pick up even if you already know it. Eventually I’ll get a battery driver but for now it’s manual all the way! Thanks as well.

[@thymanbearpig7555]

Wow man, this video is really detailed. Editing must've taken a long while too! Paying attention to the edits makes me think you're crazy lol. How many hours did this take you? You ran through this like you'd done this before!

[@Thatlowdsg]

Thank Ye ThymanBearPig, Overall production was probably 2-3 days.. It only took 4.5 hours to get the dash out & back in but the planning, editing, and writing is where most that time was spent! Twas my first time ever doing this too so I appreciate it & thank you!

[@edward6749]

Great video and great job explaining things. I need to start tomorrow on removing the dash to replace the heater core…🙄😅

[@Thatlowdsg]

Thank you & I wish you best of luck lol

[@hermanrogers1325]

Man that car looks good very clean and sharp I have the staggered chrome bullit deep dish wheels 18 inch from America muscle

[@Thatlowdsg]

Thank you & the Bullitts wheels are classics too, very fitting for the car

[@metoon3092]

Makes me think of the old car commercial, Have you driven a Ford lately. Good Video .

[@Handcraftedrock]

Thanks, Paul McCartney😉

[@carlosmp3655]

Nice work thought really helped

[@Thatlowdsg]

Somehow missed this on my feed, glad the vid was of use! Thanks

[@mrcraigslister1]

Great work! Thank you!

[@Thatlowdsg]

Glad the video could be of use for you, thank you for the feedback!

[@calebymaya420]

Thank you for your time showing us how to

[@Thatlowdsg]

Of course, glad this video could help you out

[@classicstangbrn8964]

I was going to say something about wearing heavy sweaters when it's cold until I saw the Ohio plates, great video.

[@Thatlowdsg]

Yeah a heated garage would be nice with our bipolar weather lol, cheers.

[@FooDude2011]

Fantastic video brother

[@Thatlowdsg]

Appreciate it! Glad it could help too.

[@angelherrera9358]

Hands down best video of a dash removal on this car. Thank you so much.

[@Thatlowdsg]

Hey thank you for this message! Its stuff like this that motivates me to make videos like this. Glad this can help!

[@terryquin2567]

Definitely the best

[@aprilbrooks2680]

Appreciate the video well needed

[@Thatlowdsg]

Glad the vid will help!

[@pol1970]

Very impressive!!

[@Thatlowdsg]

Thank you for the feedback Paul, Much appreciated!!

[@dylanclarke864]

Great video thank you

[@peteperez7234]

Thanks for sharing your video.

[@Thatlowdsg]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks

[@jorgecordova1869]

Best video I've found of removing a heater core I've been looking for a good video for a while

[@Thatlowdsg]

Glad this video could be of use!

[@edwinortiz6583]

Great video!!!! Exactly what I need to do! You’re a life saver 😂. How long did this take you from start to finish?

[@Thatlowdsg]

Thank you! I think it took me 4 hours to remove it but filming, editing, and planning definitely took alot longer 😂 glad this video could be of use to you tho!

[@JayFeuerherm]

Beast on the web

[@Thatlowdsg]

Appreciate that fam!!

[@SC457A]

Great video! I get to do this same repair on my 20 year old Termy soon. I really dislike doing dash work.

[@Thatlowdsg]

Haha it is a very tedious and time consuming project.. but thanks as well hopefully this video can streamline things!

[@SC457A]

@@Thatlowdsg I laughed when I saw the prybar. Been a mechanic at a Ford dealer for a long time, done just about everything to a SN95, just no dash work.

[@MRxESKIMOx]

Broooo thanks so much I was able to do it with ur easy instruction and I did it! Never have I taken on a big job. Now my windows won’t go up. What connection is for the windows? I’ve checked them all and they all seem to be connected well. Thx again!

[@user-sh7ij5dm7f]

Nice video.

[@frankellis9627]

That was impressive!

[@Thatlowdsg]

Hey thank you very much Frank! Was alot of work but worth it!

[@frankellis9627]

@@Thatlowdsg I have the same problem on my 2004 GT. My heater core went out. I'm just going to bypass the core. The labor on replacing it is too expensive. I live in CA so I can go without heat!

[@DavidWilliams-tr2ij]

Thank brother!

[@ufartface]

you, my friend are into the details- thats what it takes to be a great mechanic or whatever you want to be

[@dylonharvey4024]

Great video detailed af make me confident enough to attempt this I think mines leaking ): I see heater hose in my floor Board previous owner might have done somthing

[@Thatlowdsg]

Hey I’m happy to hear this, I’m glad the video could be that much of use for you! Wishing you goodluck with your stang.

[@SvtAddict1995]

Good tutorial.

[@Thatlowdsg]

Thank you!! Hope it helps.

[@jamespedersen995]

The four nuts retaining steering column to instrument panel, are tightened to 13 to 17 N.m (10 to 12 foot pounds.

[@jackimackenzie4251]

Ii lost the video almost done terring it apart the shifter is in the way so I can't get the sterio out to unplug it but I love this video

[@gameboychris15]

Great video but I have a question how did you get the gray blend door case back where it needs to be having a hard time doing it

[@Thatlowdsg]

Long flat head , pry bar, something long and narrow if you’re talking about the rear portion where it’s hard to reach

[@Stevieray55]

Hoping it goes as smoothly as Ur earlier model

[@cobrajeff96]

Good vid

[@Thatlowdsg]

Thank you J L glad you enjoyed it!

[@jamespedersen995]

Hi. Great video! Do you remember what size flex head wrench did you use to get behind the heater core box? Thanks for any response. Jim.

[@Thatlowdsg]

Shoot I want to say it was an 8mm or 10mm, I’d find the smallest & longest flexible head wrench in order to get the back bolts

[@DustinTavo]

So question. I have had the left side apart many times. I can’t see any reason why the seats had to be removed. I know it sucks for space and would be necessary for a bigger guy. Do you actually need to remove the seats?

[@Thatlowdsg]

Nah you don't actually have to, I just did it for more room personally and for the camera. Its only an extra 8 bolts and some weight to remove them but for the extra room it was worth it to me!

[@mikemckeown9900]

Nice detailed video sir. What brand are your taillamps?

[@Thatlowdsg]

Axial LED smoked I bought couple years back. Didnt really like them because the turn signals didnt function properly and the company doesnt carry the resistor I needed. So I got a new set

[@genericdude6551]

WOW. I was wondering how much work was involved in doing this. I wonder how much a service shop would charge to do this. This would probably take me 2 days to do this just to make sure I don't mess something up.

[@Thatlowdsg]

I estimated shops around $900-1,100+ which is why I tried to tackle it and show the public best I could. It is a lot of work but def is worth it and any questions just shoot

[@camrongains9985]

I followed this video step by on my 2000 mustang gt and got it all put back together now my theft light is on and won’t allow me to start the car anyone got any tips?

[@Thatlowdsg]

Check all the wires for the ground on the negative battery terminal, also look up an anti theft lock out vid on yt they explain it well. I had this issue out of the blue recently but one of the wires was loose leading to the battery terminal. Hope this helps

[@CameronStinnett-jw7el]

What would i have done for it to cranck but not start

[@Thatlowdsg]

Check your battery terminals are tight or maybe the battery needs a little charge. Check the PCM connections are all plugged back in. If the anti theft light is flashing but won’t starting there’s a online forum on how to reset it. If you messed with the coil packs, injectors, or clean the MAF. Fuel pump priming? If not check the interia switch in the trunk is in the correct position.

[@calebymaya420]

Do you have a video for 01f150s?

[@Thatlowdsg]

Sadly I do not my apologies

[@terryquin2567]

Is this the same process for a1995 gt?

[@Thatlowdsg]

It sure is!

[@nekesrub5327]

I got the dash out but theres a cable from shifter to dash. How do i get that off. 02 gt vert

[@Thatlowdsg]

Is it an automatic? I figure if its like the manual trans shifter cable you take off the dust cover and remove the cable underneath, the other end goes up thru the firewall to the clutch pedal where it connects. Im not sure if the automatic is routed similar I didnt know they may of ran it to the dash on automatics.

[@nekesrub5327]

@@Thatlowdsg yea it's an auto and the cable runs from the shifter to under the steering wheel

[@Thatlowdsg]

Okay, I know to disconnect mine from the pedal connection it slips up and over out of the grooves and underneath the trans there’s a clip and cover and it slides out too. For the automatic I’m honestly not sure I’ve never had experience working on one. Best i could say is looking up a tutorial on how to remove the shifter cable or a Mustang forum probably has details. Sorry man hope this may help.

[@dustinwestphalen3912]

I'm pretty sure that what wrong with mine. Idk Would it leak threw the firewall That what mine doing Can I still drive it even though it does that Is there way to by pass it I miss driving

[@Thatlowdsg]

I sure did miss driving too in this period.. If its leaking thru the firewall then it must be one of the hoses going in or out of the Heater core (HC). I wouldn’t drive it as you’ll be spilling engine coolant everywhere, there’s a bypass I showed it a little in this video. You connect the connection from the back left top of the intake to the bottom connection. With those two going into each other you can drive it as a bypass.

[@dustinwestphalen3912]

If I do the bypass how long can I drive like that Bc I'm doing it right now

[@Thatlowdsg]

With the bypass you can drive it daily. Just keep an eye on your coolant levels and the connections are tight. You can drive until you replace the HC. I used the bypass for months and didnt have issues over heating or coolant issues.

[@samcrawford3281]

How are you keeping track of the bolts and steps, etc?

[@Thatlowdsg]

Very careful planning and helps me to write things out!

[@samcrawford3281]

@@Thatlowdsg Thanks. I think I may give it a try. My mechanic wants $900. This is just a project car.

[@Thatlowdsg]

That’s exactly around what my mechanic was offering, but still saving $900 is worth it to me! Hopefully this video can help and goodluck!

[@samcrawford3281]

@@Thatlowdsg Thanks. Your vid is well done. I'll use it as a guide.

[@user-sh7ij5dm7f]

Yeah... If I remove the entire dash I probably won't be putting it back on.