Bought a really clean 2006 LR3 for my son and had a local indie check it out while servicing everything.

When I picked it up, it was moderate temperatures and I didn't even think about checking the heat. I did check the AC though :-)

They checked the truck out and said it was in great specimen for a '06 LR3.

HOWEVER,
The Heater Core needs replaced. I about passed out when I heard the labor costs involved.

They say it is blowing out one side, but not the other and that is caused by a bad heater core.

Did some research and have heard it can be anything from some bad auto doors to air mixers. Also read some skepticism about it being a heater core that could cause the symptom.

A) Does this really sound like a heater core issue
B) Is there a way to flush a clog out of it if it is a heater core
C) Could it be anything else
D) is there instructions anywhere where it talks about doing this job

 

So, my trusted Indy Shop quoted me about $2100 to replace the Heater Core, which as you can see from my questions I am not 100% convinced it is the problem.

My wife just called another indy shop in our area and they want between $800 to $1200.

Any idea other than one guy is charging a hell of a lot less for his labor why there would be such a big difference.

If I try to tackle myself, is it that hard.

And yes, I just noticed the other thread about it and am about to start reading.

 

Having stripped one down to its heater core I can say it's a big job, one that I would be reluctant to tackle.

I would guess it's 3-5 hours to get it out and the same to button it up. That's being careful to not break things along the way.

literally everything needs to be removed. I would go ahead and have that cracked dash replaced while it's being done.

Also, if you pay to have it done I would very critical of the fit of the assemblies involved. Also drive down a bumpy road and listen for loose pieces and noisy parts.

 

Check the blend door actuators before jumping on the heater core. Phil

 

Dont you have to take apart half the dash just to get to those?

 

How do you remove the black panel just under the steering wheel to get to the blend door actuator?