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Heater Core

Climate Control

Heats air that is blown into the cabin by circulating hot engine coolant through it.

The heater core acts as a small radiator, transferring heat from the engine’s coolant to the air that is blown into the cabin, providing warmth in cold conditions.

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Typical part cost
$100–$400🔒
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Typical labor cost
$300–$700🔒
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Typically lasts
100,000–200,000 mi
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Or about
7.0–10.0 years
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DIY difficulty
6/10

⚠️ Owners Often Notice

If the Heater Core is starting to fail, these are the signs owners most commonly report before it gets worse:

No heat in the cabin
Coolant leaks
Fogging windows
Sweet smell in cabin
Overheating

Related Services

Services commonly performed on or around this part.

Replace Heater Core

No standard interval on file

Inspect Heater Core

No standard interval on file