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Old May 27, 2013 | 05:56 AM
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Question Heater Core Help PLEASE !

has anyone ever pulled out heater core in 90-93 accord if so please help !
 
Old May 27, 2013 | 08:14 AM
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I've never done that job but it does require major effort w/ dashboard removal, etc.

What is causing you to consider replacement? It is rare for heater core to fail.

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Old May 27, 2013 | 01:59 PM
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was trying to replace heater hose and messed up the outlet on heater core ;( it's almost imposable to get to hose for removable between firewall & motor !
 

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Old May 27, 2013 | 04:32 PM
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I was afraid of that. Those ends have to be split w/ a sharp razor knife to remove.

I would suggest you download a 90-93 Accord manual from Online Manuals post in DiY forum. I think there are several options.

I've never done this job, so can't offer any advice beyond shop manual.

I checked youtube and there are several "accord heater core replacement" videos. Check these out.

I think yours will not be much different than this video.

Here is Billy Jim Bob's version:

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Old May 27, 2013 | 07:14 PM
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thanks but all these video's show everything already torn out I need something that shows me step by step ! what a bunch of crap just for 1 little part ! ...I cant find any links to down load a Honda Tech service Manual do you have one ?..
 
Old May 27, 2013 | 08:31 PM
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Here's the thread w/ links to manuals.

https://www.hondaaccordforum.com/for...-manuals-4597/

Try google searches. You may not find a "step by step".

good luck
 
Old May 28, 2013 | 02:01 PM
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thanks man im just going to have too bypass the core for now, I just don't feel comfortable doing this myself & every shop I call wants $600.00 or more to change a 50.00 part im just screwed for now ! Thanks for all your help.... Just way to technical for me ...
 
Old May 28, 2013 | 06:43 PM
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Actually $600 doesn't sound that unreasonable. I guess you saw how much disassembly of dash is req'd.

Any chance to rehabilitate your heater core ends?

good luck
 
Old May 28, 2013 | 11:07 PM
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I too have a damaged heater core tube, the previous owner managed to some how smash the end with a pliers or something so its oval shaped. Is it possible to fix this car is a 1992 lax well the body is any how...
 
Old May 29, 2013 | 06:07 PM
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The tube is thin brass material and easy to deform if you're trying to remove a heater hose.

You might try inserting needle nose pliers and carefully expanding to remove oval shape. If you get it pretty close you may be able to get a seal on hose end w/ help of some RTV sealant.

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