One Stop Solutions 98002 HVAC Heater Core - Front

OE-Style Heater Core Replacement

Restore cabin heat and defrost performance with this OSC Premium heater core from One Stop Solutions. Part number 98002 is built as a direct replacement for OE-style applications and is engineered for vehicles that need dependable coolant flow through the HVAC system.

Compatible with a wide range of Nissan, Infiniti, Subaru, Acura, and Mercury applications, including Nissan Maxima, Nissan Pathfinder, and Subaru Legacy fitments. This heater core is built from aluminum and uses cadmium-plated tubes to help resist premature failure.

Key Features

• German engineered for long service life and consistent performance
• Large-bore design for greater fluid capacity
• Aluminum construction for OE-style replacement of copper-designed cores
• Cadmium-plated tubes inside and out for added corrosion resistance
• Individually pressure tested before release
• Foam and related accessories included with the unit

Detailed Description

The One Stop Solutions 98002 HVAC heater core is designed to match original equipment form and function while using premium-grade aluminum construction. It is built for direct replacement use in vehicles such as the 1995-2008 Nissan Maxima, 1996-2004 Nissan Pathfinder, 1995-2004 Subaru Legacy, and 2000-2004 Subaru Outback. The large-bore core design supports greater coolant capacity, and the plated tubes are specified to help reduce early failure in demanding heating and defrost systems. This part cross-references APDI 9010385 and Spectra Premium 93002 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Weak or inconsistent cabin heat
• Coolant odor inside the vehicle
• Fogged windows caused by poor defrost output
• Leaks from a failing heater core
• Restricted coolant flow through the HVAC system

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, make, model, and HVAC configuration before installation. This heater core is listed for front and N/A positions depending on application, so match the exact fitment row for your vehicle. Inspect hoses, seals, and surrounding HVAC components during replacement to help prevent repeat leaks and reduce labor overlap. Confirm the core is seated correctly with the supplied foam and accessories before reassembly.

Quality Assurance

OSC Premium heater cores are individually pressure tested and built to OE-style form and function standards. The aluminum core construction and plated tubes are specified to support reliable heat transfer and durability in daily driving, work truck, and fleet use.