One Stop Solutions 98046 HVAC Heater Core

OE-Style Heater Core Replacement

This heater core is built for direct replacement service in select Ford, Mercury, and Mazda applications. One Stop Solutions part 98046 is engineered to match original equipment form and function for dependable cabin heat and coolant flow.

• Premium aluminum construction for OE-style fit and thermal performance
• Cadmium-plated tubes inside and out to help resist premature failure
• Individually pressure tested before release
• Foam and related accessories included as supplied by the manufacturer
• Direct replacement for copper-designed heater core applications

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2001-2007 Ford Escape, N/A
• Fits 2005-2007 Mercury Mariner, N/A
• Fits 2001-2006 Mazda Tribute, N/A
• Fits 1992-1997 Ford Probe, N/A
• Fits 1992-1997 Mazda 626, N/A
• Fits 1992-1997 Mazda MX-6, N/A

This part cross-references Spectra Premium 93046 for the same application.

Common Repair Symptoms

• Weak or inconsistent heat from the HVAC system
• Coolant odor inside the cabin
• Fogging or film on the windshield from heater core leakage
• Coolant loss with no obvious external leak
• Restricted heater performance caused by internal blockage or corrosion

Installation Notes

Verify the vehicle’s original heater core design before installation, especially on copper-core applications being replaced with this aluminum unit. Confirm all HVAC seals, foam pieces, and coolant connections are properly seated during reassembly. Part number 98046 is intended for direct-fit service on the listed Ford Escape, Mercury Mariner, and Mazda Tribute applications, along with the earlier Ford Probe, Mazda 626, and Mazda MX-6 fitments.

Quality Assurance

OSC Premium heater cores are individually pressure tested and built from aluminum with cadmium-plated tubes to support consistent performance and durability in OE-style replacement service.