Heater Core

Heat exchanger serves to transfer heat between two media without their direct contact. They are separated by a thermally conductive material. Heat exchanger is used for the vehicle heating. It is also referred to as a heating radiator. There is exchange of thermal energy of air and cooling liquid. As a separation medium aluminium is used. Through the heat exchanger or heating radiator cooling liquid that is heated by the running engine flows. The heat is transferred to air. The heated air is directed into the interior and provides heat.

Since the heat exchanger is effective only when the cooling liquid has a relatively high temperature, it takes some time to start the heating in a vehicle. The fan flows air through the heat exchanger at low speed. In addition, the heating effect can be controlled by fans. If the heating does not work, a defective heat exchanger may be the cause. Sometimes the access lines are blocked. Another reason of malfunction may be a worn-out gasket. 

Replacement of the heat exchanger can be a very complicated task, depending on the place of installation. Often it is necessary to disassemble many other details to reach the heat exchanger. However, heating radiators are not particularly susceptible to wear, so it usually serves the entire lifetime of the car. Still, if it is necessary to replace the heat exchanger, in our online shop you will find the best offer. Do you need other spare car parts, like crankcase, steering gear pump, oil filter, oil pad, pendulum support, wheel arch or wheel bearing? In our online store there is a wide assortment of spare car parts, so you can order any car part you need for your car model.

HOW TO DETECT MALFUNCTION OF THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT HEATING SYSTEM RADIATOR

Comprehensive diagnostics of the radiator and detecting leakages of the working fluid require its dismantling. However, you can learn whether the component is clogged as follows: touch the inlet and outlet pipes of the component with your hand. Significant difference in their temperatures indicates clogging of the system.