Removing Heater

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Volvo C70, 2001 Volvo C70, 2000 Volvo C70, 1999 Volvo C70, and 1998 Volvo C70. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Heating Unit

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Lower heating unit from the car.

NOTE: Do not undo water hoses.

Fig 2: Identifying Rubber Grommet In Side Member

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Remove rubber grommet in side member and pull out connectors.
Separate connectors.

Fig 3: Identifying Fuel Line

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Disconnect fuel line (A) and plug it.
Plug fuel line. Use counterhold wrench (14 mm). Avoid fuel spillages.

Fig 4: Identifying Joint Pipe And Hoses

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Clamp the water hoses with hose clips on both sides of the joints. The front hose ends are positioned approximately 30 cm in front of the joint (C and D).
Remove the front clamps (C and D) and remove heater.
Drain the heater system of coolant (use a container).

Fig 5: Identifying Joint Pipe And Joining Pipe

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Position heater with plastic cover upwards.
Fill heater with coolant through joining pipe (B) which is not marked with arrows. Ensure that the coolant reaches joint pipe (A), so that there are no air pockets. Clamp hoses with hose clip.