Heater was optional in the Standard model for most countries. All USA models came with a heater (by law).
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Operation
USA 1972 Owners manual (see pages 18-19 for details):
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TIP: Pull heater level out to switch fan speeds.
Also see: Ventilation
Heater Inspection
Heater core:
- Leaks (before removing, check for leaks in passenger area, under carpet, on firewall cardboard, etc)
- Flow (ensure it is not plugged). You can test similar to radiator blocked test
- Clean out debris in exterior of core
Hoses: Check for cracks, overly soft hoses, tight clamps
Flow valve: ensure it opens & closes easily through entire range. Also check linkage for easy and complete movement (before taking apart)
Air ducts: Ensure they are clean and connected properly
Electrical: Ensure fan spins at both High & Low speed
Coolant Thermostat: Test
Heater Cock
also see: photo gallery
Part Numbers
Heater cock
- X2160-30600, X2161-30600 ASSY-VALVE WATER CONTROL B110 USA $18 USD
- 27017-B8520 COCK- ASSY-FRONT HEATER 7510- B120
B210
- 27017-H5000 B210
- 27017-N5000 B210 w/Aircon
Compare to other similar units:
- Datsun 240Z
Core
The heater core is like a small radiator. The heater fan removes heat and blow it into the passenger compartment.
Part Numbers
Heater Core
Same part number 1970-1994 1200 sedan/ute/coupe JDM and USDM markets.
B210 is 27013-H5000, so a different part.
Heater Hoses
Heater Connector (fits in between the two lower radiator hoses:
Cylinder head fitting (back of cylinder head)
Removal
Heater was optional. If you wish to remove the heater, how is it done?
- Drain engine coolant
- Remove heater hose from the fitting behind the cylinder head and plug this fitting
- Remove heater hose from the lower radiator hose tee. Plug this fitting
- Remove heater from inside car
You can either remove the fitting from the back of the head & put a plug in there, or get heater blank off rubbers & plug them both. You can get these from local Auto stores, it is 1/2" heater hose.
Heater hose plug for cylinder head:
cylinder head water connector:
Or the simpler way: Run a new longer hose from front to back of engine.
Discussion: A-series heater removal