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s12 heater core install

Started by burdo1990 · Dec 9, 2012 · 9postsSMF 2010–26

burdo1990Dec 9, 2012, 1:02 pm · #1

Hey guys, I am finally putting heat back in the Nissan....well trying. I have lost my manual to show me how to pull the dash to get to the core and I dont wanna break anything in the process. My question is does anybody have a diy thread or any info on the install that would help. I have pulled the glove box and can see the core in a white plastic box....Thanks

rednucleusDec 10, 2012, 8:21 pm · #2

Sorry, you have to pull the entire dash to access the core.  Just need to take your time and keep all parts in order. I had half a garage bay covered with parts to get to mine. Took me about 10 hrs to take apart, 2 hrs to re-assemble. Mechanic quoted me 8 hrs labor and didn't really want the job! A manual is nice to have to help find the hidden screws and various retaining clips. Some on line here.

Colonel GustardDec 11, 2012, 1:51 am · #3

I should do a diy walkthrough on the dash since ive had mine out about 5 times and can take out and install one in under 2 hours. but for a heater core dash has to come out regardless. its not hard to do, just make sure to take your time and do it slowly so it doesnt take you 2 days like my first one did haha

burdo1990Dec 11, 2012, 3:54 pm · #4

Thanks guys, lol. I should manage, I just didnt wanna break anything. Im letting my girl drive the car and id like it to be warm for her when she drives it otherwise I wouldnt be worrying. I actually found a write up on here and it should be similar for my 85 I would think being I have a digi dash its prob just more wires to unplug. Ill post up a diy of my own too as I keep working on this. I have had it for about 8 years and shes only at 100,000 miles and gotten a rebuild on the engine about 35,000 miles ago. Lots of plans ahead this winter and spring.

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Here is the link I managed to find in case others are curious

http://club-s12.org/retro4/index.php?topic=26027.0
Colonel GustardDec 11, 2012, 7:11 pm · #5

theres also a huge junction box on the passenger kickpanel. will need a 10mm to undo the connection, and as well as a 4 pin connector with the pink and blue wires by that box needs to be undone. as well as on the driver side under the dash thheres a rectangular connector that should be covered with a black rubber cover needs to be undone.

rednucleusDec 11, 2012, 8:04 pm · #6

And careful plugging that big junction box back in - it's not hard to bugger the pins.  Also, lots easier to work on when the parts are nice and warm - more flexible, less breakage potential.

ProlowtoneDec 12, 2012, 9:47 am · #7

I say that the hardest part of the hole job is popping the top cover off against the windshield without breaking crap hahaha

burdo1990Jan 12, 2013, 12:37 am · #8

I can't seem to find a part number for the correct heater core and I was just curious if somebody knew what it is. It would be great to get the actual number so I can make sure the shop I go through for parts orders the right one the first time. Thanks again guys....

rednucleusJan 12, 2013, 2:56 pm · #9

Got mine from the dealer. Also can try nissanpartszone. Either will be spendy I'll bet. Dealer will have part number too.