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Part #: 8231386

Global Parts 8231386 HVAC Heater Core

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Overview of Global Parts HVAC Heater Core 8231386

The Global Parts HVAC Heater Core 8231386 is designed specifically for select Acura, INFINITI, Mercury, Nissan, and Subaru models. Constructed from durable aluminum, this heater core ensures reliable heat transfer and long-lasting performance in your vehicle's heating system.

  • Specific fitment for Acura, INFINITI, Mercury, Nissan, and Subaru vehicles
  • Made from corrosion-resistant aluminum material
  • Non-adjustable pipe positioning for direct replacement
  • Part number 8231386 for precise identification
  • Compatible with models including Altima, Maxima, Pathfinder, Forester, and more

Detailed Product Description

This HVAC heater core from Global Parts is engineered to meet the exact specifications of your vehicle’s heating system. The aluminum construction provides efficient heat exchange while resisting corrosion, which is critical for maintaining consistent cabin warmth. The part number 8231386 corresponds to a specific fitment range, including popular models such as the Nissan Altima, Subaru Forester, and Acura TL. The heater core features fixed pipe positioning, ensuring a straightforward installation without the need for adjustments.

Compatible Vehicles and Applications

This heater core is compatible with a range of vehicles, including but not limited to:

  • Acura CL, TL, and Integra models
  • INFINITI I30, I35, Q45, and QX4
  • Mercury Villager
  • Nissan 200SX, Altima, Maxima, Pathfinder, Frontier, Sentra, and Quest
  • Subaru Forester, Impreza, Legacy, Outback

Common Issues Addressed by This Heater Core

  • Insufficient cabin heat during cold weather
  • Coolant leaks inside the vehicle’s HVAC system
  • Overheating due to clogged or damaged heater core
  • Unpleasant odors caused by coolant contamination
  • Fogging or moisture buildup on interior windows

Installation Notes and Tips

  • Ensure compatibility by verifying vehicle make, model, and year before installation
  • Drain the cooling system prior to removal of the old heater core
  • Handle the aluminum core carefully to avoid damage to fins and pipes
  • Replace all associated seals and hoses to prevent leaks
  • Bleed the cooling system thoroughly after installation to remove air pockets

Quality Assurance and Warranty

Global Parts manufactures this heater core to meet OEM standards for fit and function. The aluminum material offers durability and resistance to corrosion, contributing to the longevity of the part. While specific warranty details may vary, Global Parts typically provides coverage against defects in materials and workmanship. Consult the product documentation or supplier for exact warranty terms related to part number 8231386.

This part fits 205 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelBody TypeLitersCylindersPositionNotes
2009NissanMaxima3.5LV6N/Aw/ Switch Port
2008NissanMaxima3.5LV6N/Aw/ Switch Port
2007NissanMaxima3.5LV6N/A
2006NissanMaxima3.5LV6N/A
2006SubaruBaja2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2005NissanMaxima3.5LV6N/A
2005SubaruBaja2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2004INFINITII353.5LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2004NissanFrontierExtended Cab Pickup2.4LL4N/ADoes Not Contain Inlet or Outlet Tubes; Use 8221324 Heater Core Tubes
2004NissanFrontierExtended Cab Pickup3.3LV6N/ADoes Not Contain Inlet or Outlet Tubes; Use 8221324 Heater Core Tubes
2004NissanMaxima3.5LV6N/A
2004NissanPathfinder3.5LV6N/A
2004NissanPathfinder Armada5.6LV8N/A
2004NissanXterra2.4LL4N/ADoes Not Contain Inlet or Outlet Tubes; Use 8221324 Heater Core Tubes
2004NissanXterra3.3LV6N/ADoes Not Contain Inlet or Outlet Tubes; Use 8221324 Heater Core Tubes
2004SubaruBaja2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2004SubaruLegacy2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2004SubaruOutback3.0LH6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2004SubaruOutback2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2003AcuraCL3.2LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2003AcuraTL3.2LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2003INFINITII353.5LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2003INFINITIQX43.5LV6N/A
2003NissanFrontierExtended Cab Pickup2.4LL4N/ADoes Not Contain Inlet or Outlet Tubes; Use 8221324 Heater Core Tubes
2003NissanFrontierExtended Cab Pickup3.3LV6N/ADoes Not Contain Inlet or Outlet Tubes; Use 8221324 Heater Core Tubes
2003NissanMaxima3.5LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2003NissanPathfinder3.5LV6N/A
2003NissanXterra2.4LL4N/ADoes Not Contain Inlet or Outlet Tubes; Use 8221324 Heater Core Tubes
2003NissanXterra3.3LV6N/ADoes Not Contain Inlet or Outlet Tubes; Use 8221324 Heater Core Tubes
2003SubaruBaja2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2003SubaruLegacy2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2003SubaruOutback3.0LH6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2003SubaruOutback2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2002AcuraCL3.2LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2002AcuraTL3.2LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2002INFINITIG202.0LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2002INFINITII353.5LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2002INFINITIQX43.5LV6N/A
2002NissanFrontierExtended Cab Pickup2.4LL4N/ADoes Not Contain Inlet or Outlet Tubes; Use 8221324 Heater Core Tubes
2002NissanFrontierExtended Cab Pickup3.3LV6N/ADoes Not Contain Inlet or Outlet Tubes; Use 8221324 Heater Core Tubes
2002NissanMaxima3.5LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2002NissanPathfinder3.5LV6N/A
2002NissanXterra2.4LL4N/ADoes Not Contain Inlet or Outlet Tubes; Use 8221324 Heater Core Tubes
2002NissanXterra3.3LV6N/ADoes Not Contain Inlet or Outlet Tubes; Use 8221324 Heater Core Tubes
2002SubaruForester2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2002SubaruLegacy2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2002SubaruOutback3.0LH6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2002SubaruOutback2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2001AcuraCL3.2LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2001AcuraTL3.2LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2001INFINITIG202.0LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2001INFINITII303.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2001INFINITIQ454.1LV8N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2001INFINITIQX43.5LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2001NissanAltima2.4LL4N/A
2001NissanFrontier3.3LV6N/ADoes Not Contain Inlet or Outlet Tubes; Use 8221324 Heater Core Tubes
2001NissanFrontier2.4LL4N/ADoes Not Contain Inlet or Outlet Tubes; Use 8221324 Heater Core Tubes
2001NissanMaxima3.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2001NissanPathfinder3.5LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2001NissanXterra2.4LL4N/ADoes Not Contain Inlet or Outlet Tubes; Use 8221324 Heater Core Tubes
2001NissanXterra3.3LV6N/ADoes Not Contain Inlet or Outlet Tubes; Use 8221324 Heater Core Tubes
2001SubaruForester2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2001SubaruImpreza2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2001SubaruImpreza2.2LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2001SubaruLegacy2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2001SubaruOutback3.0LH6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2001SubaruOutback2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2000AcuraTL3.2LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2000INFINITIG202.0LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2000INFINITII303.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2000INFINITIQ454.1LV8N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2000INFINITIQX43.3LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2000NissanAltima2.4LL4N/A
2000NissanFrontier2.4LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2000NissanFrontier3.3LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2000NissanMaxima3.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2000NissanPathfinder3.3LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2000NissanQuest3.3LV6N/A
2000NissanXterra2.4LL4N/ADoes Not Contain Inlet or Outlet Tubes; Use 8221324 Heater Core Tubes
2000NissanXterra3.3LV6N/ADoes Not Contain Inlet or Outlet Tubes; Use 8221324 Heater Core Tubes
2000SubaruForester2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2000SubaruImpreza2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2000SubaruImpreza2.2LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2000SubaruLegacy2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
2000SubaruOutback2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1999AcuraTL3.2LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1999INFINITIG202.0LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1999INFINITII303.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1999INFINITIQ454.1LV8N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1999INFINITIQX43.3LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1999MercuryVillager3.3LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1999NissanAltima2.4LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1999NissanFrontier2.4LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1999NissanFrontier3.3LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1999NissanMaxima3.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1999NissanPathfinder3.3LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1999NissanQuest3.3LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1999NissanSentra2.0LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1999NissanSentra1.6LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1999SubaruForester2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1999SubaruImpreza2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1999SubaruImpreza2.2LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1999SubaruLegacy2.2LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1999SubaruLegacy2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1998INFINITII303.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1998INFINITIQ454.1LV8N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1998INFINITIQX43.3LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1998MercuryVillager3.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1998Nissan200SX1.6LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1998Nissan200SX2.0LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1998NissanAltima2.4LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1998NissanFrontier2.4LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1998NissanMaxima3.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1998NissanPathfinder3.3LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1998NissanQuest3.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1998NissanSentra2.0LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1998NissanSentra1.6LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1998SubaruForester2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1998SubaruImpreza2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1998SubaruImpreza2.2LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1998SubaruLegacy2.2LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1998SubaruLegacy2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1997INFINITII303.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1997INFINITIJ303.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1997INFINITIQ454.1LV8N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1997INFINITIQX43.3LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1997MercuryVillager3.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1997Nissan200SX1.6LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1997Nissan200SX2.0LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1997NissanAltima2.4LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1997NissanMaxima3.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1997NissanPathfinder3.3LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1997NissanQuest3.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1997NissanSentra1.6LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1997SubaruImpreza1.8LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1997SubaruImpreza2.2LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1997SubaruLegacy2.2LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1997SubaruLegacy2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1996INFINITIG202.0LL4N/A
1996INFINITII303.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1996INFINITIJ303.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1996MercuryVillager3.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1996Nissan200SX1.6LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1996Nissan200SX2.0LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1996NissanAltima2.4LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1996NissanMaxima3.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1996NissanPathfinder3.3LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1996NissanQuest3.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1996NissanSentra1.6LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1996SubaruImpreza1.8LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1996SubaruImpreza2.2LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1996SubaruLegacy2.2LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1996SubaruLegacy2.5LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1995INFINITIG202.0LL4N/A
1995INFINITIJ303.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1995MercuryVillager3.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1995Nissan200SX1.6LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1995Nissan200SX2.0LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1995NissanAltima2.4LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1995NissanMaxima3.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1995NissanQuest3.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1995NissanSentra1.6LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1995SubaruImpreza1.8LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1995SubaruImpreza2.2LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1995SubaruLegacy2.2LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1994INFINITIG202.0LL4N/A
1994INFINITIJ303.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1994MercuryVillager3.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1994NissanAltima2.4LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1994NissanMaxima3.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1994NissanQuest3.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1994NissanSentra1.6LL4N/A
1994NissanSentra2.0LL4N/A
1994SubaruImpreza1.8LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1994SubaruLegacy2.2LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1993INFINITIG202.0LL4N/A
1993INFINITIJ303.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1993MercuryVillager3.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1993NissanAltima2.4LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1993NissanMaxima3.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1993NissanNX1.6LL4N/A
1993NissanNX2.0LL4N/A
1993NissanQuest3.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1993NissanSentra1.6LL4N/A
1993NissanSentra2.0LL4N/A
1993SubaruImpreza1.8LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1993SubaruLegacy2.2LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1992INFINITIG202.0LL4N/A
1992NissanMaxima3.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1992NissanNX1.6LL4N/A
1992NissanNX2.0LL4N/A
1992NissanSentra1.6LL4N/A
1992NissanSentra2.0LL4N/A
1992SubaruLegacy2.2LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1991INFINITIG202.0LL4N/A
1991NissanMaxima3.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1991NissanNX1.6LL4N/A
1991NissanNX2.0LL4N/A
1991NissanSentra1.6LL4N/A
1991NissanSentra2.0LL4N/A
1991SubaruLegacy2.2LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1990NissanMaxima3.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1990NissanSentra1.6LL4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1990SubaruLegacy2.2LH4N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.
1989NissanMaxima3.0LV6N/AHVAC Heater Core does not include inlet or outlet pipes.

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

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