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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012ESCAPE 2WD L4-2.5L HYBRIDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISHEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGHEATER CORESERVICE AND REPAIRREMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT
2012 Ford Escape 2WD L4-2.5L Hybrid
Removal and Replacement
2012 Ford Escape 2WD L4-2.5L HybridSECTION Removal and Replacement
Heater Core
Removal and Installation
NOTE: If a heater core leak is suspected, the heater core must be leak tested before the heater core is removed.
NOTE: Use only the approved coolant for this vehicle. For additional information, refer to Cooling System &/or Engine Block Heater or Cooling System.
1. Remove the heater core and evaporator core housing. For additional information, refer to Heater Core And Evaporator Core Housing .
2. Remove the dash panel seal.
3. Remove the heater core bracket screw and the heater core bracket.
- To install, tighten to 3 Nm (27 lb-in).
4. Remove the heater core.
5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.