You get into your car, turn the knob, brace for warmth, and get…refrigerated air. Augh. Before you assume the worst, though, take a breath. Most heater failures fall into a short, familiar list for ...
When your car heater core malfunctions or wears out, it seriously threatens the engine if not rapidly repaired. Heater cores use the engine's coolant to heat the air in your car and serve as a heat ...
Heater hoses are rubber hoses that circulate engine coolant to and from the heater core, which is the small radiator that provides heat for the cabin. They typically extend from the engine to the ...
The heater core is located inside the vehicle between the instrument panel and the firewall. It looks like a miniature radiator minus the fill neck and cap. The purpose of the heater core is to ...
It’s all about control. Harnessing fire was a pivotal achievement by humans in controlling the environment. And that’s what we’re talking about, control of the heat in the Corvette cockpit. Getting ...
A car heater that blows cold air is extremely annoying, and there are several issues that can cause this problem. Here are the most likely causes.
Anyone who has tackled heater core replacement will tell you they’d rather have an all-night root canal than have to perform this dreaded task. Heater core leakage begins with the subtle aroma of ...
Cabin leaks that leave your carpets soaked or your windows fogged rarely start at the floor. They often begin inside the ...
Owners of some 2006 Mazda Miata models may complain of poor heater performance at idle. According to Mazda, the condition usually occurs when the car is parked on a downward incline or braked hard ...