Date: Tue, 07 Oct 2003 09:05:55 GMT From: KeithG <noonenopsamhlink.net> Subject: Re: Coolant leak from Heater Matrix may have screwed up my 9k
Grunff wrote: > nopsamt.ie wrote: > >> It wasnt the DI unit after all ! >> Starting problems persist. >> It looks like the ongoing coolant leak from the heater matrix. >> I spent this evening cleaning coolant from the circuitry of of the SRS >> Diagnostic Unit >> I hope I never need to use the airbag >> I am going to try and get to the source of the coolant leak this week .If >> anyone has any tips or pointers I should be much obliged. >> I have Haynes so hopefully that should be my guide. > > > Tips for replacing 9k heater matrix: > * Grow long, thin arms, preferably covered in protective scales. > * Buy a *lot* of beer. > Actually, I was able to replace it in an evening (after work AND had time for dinner with my wife!). The real bears are the slant block cars (-93?) Anyway, the 94+ intake sits lower to facilitate removal and the wipers do not need to be removed. Get a new heater core (matrix) and a fan motor and dive in. http://www.quasimotors.com/core.htm KeithG