TYC 96118 HVAC Heater Core

TYC 96118 Heater Core for Tacoma

Restore cabin heat in your Toyota Tacoma with the TYC 96118 HVAC heater core. Built with an aluminum core and hose clamp inlet and outlet connections, this replacement heater core is sized for direct-fit service on 2005-2015 Toyota Tacoma models.

For drivers searching for a 2005-2015 Toyota Tacoma heater core replacement, TYC 96118 provides the key dimensions and connection style needed for a proper HVAC repair. It is also a practical choice when replacing a leaking or restricted heater core in Tacoma heating systems.

Key Features

• Aluminum core construction
• Core height: 6.13 in.
• Core length: 10.47 in.
• Core thickness: 1.26 in.
• Inlet diameter: 0.75 in. with hose clamp connection
• Outlet diameter: 0.67 in. with hose clamp connection
• Bottom header: 1.8 x 6.83
• Top header: 1.8 x 6.83
• Direct replacement for Toyota part number 87107-04060

Detailed Description

The TYC 96118 heater core is an HVAC heat exchanger designed for Toyota Tacoma applications from 2005 through 2015. Its aluminum core construction supports efficient heat transfer, while the hose clamp inlet and outlet connections match the factory-style plumbing used in these vehicles. With the listed core dimensions and header sizes, this part is built for a precise service replacement in the Tacoma heating system.

This part cross-references Spectra Premium 98038 and Toyota 87107-04060 for the same application. It also aligns with other aftermarket references including APDI 9010542, OSC 99292, and Partslink TO3128100.

What It Helps Fix

• Weak or inconsistent cabin heat
• Coolant odor inside the vehicle
• Interior fogging caused by heater core leakage
• Restricted coolant flow through the HVAC heater circuit
• Temperature control problems in the Toyota Tacoma heating system

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the inlet and outlet diameters, header dimensions, and overall core size before installation. Confirm the vehicle is a 2005-2015 Toyota Tacoma and compare the existing heater core connections to the hose clamp style listed here. Proper coolant draining, system flushing, and leak checking after installation are recommended for a complete HVAC repair.

Quality Assurance

TYC replacement HVAC components are built to match the listed application details for service use. Confirm fitment against the vehicle and OE reference before installation to ensure the correct Toyota Tacoma heater core selection.