Heater radiator — removal and installation (Opel Vectra B)

Removal

1. In the engine compartment, pinch the coolant supply hoses to the heater radiator.



2. On 2.0L diesel engines, disconnect the electrical connector from the fuel pump.



3. To improve access on 2.0L diesel engines, remove the fuel filter.



4. Disconnect the coolant supply hoses from the heater radiator fittings by pressing on the pipe and moving the locking ring.





5. Close the hose connections with plugs (the locations of the plugs are indicated by arrows).

6. Remove the center console.



7. Remove the bracket that supports the lower center portion of the instrument panel (indicated by the arrow).



8. Remove the lower part of the air supply pipe to the lower part of the passenger compartment.





9. Unscrew the screw securing the air supply pipe.



10. Remove the air supply pipe.



11. Remove the air duct hanger.



12. Using a screwdriver, release the brackets securing the radiator cover. On models with air conditioning, the cover is secured with bolts.





13. Remove the heater radiator cap.



14. Remove the heater core from the housing. On models with air conditioning, move the heater core to the right before removing it.

Installation

Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal. If the heater radiator cover fastening brackets are broken, drill four holes in the cover and secure it with self-tapping screws. Before installing the cover, press the heater radiator firmly into the casing. Add coolant to the cooling system.