Universal Air
Heater Core Aluminum

Universal Air HT2098C HVAC Heater Core - Rear

Brand Universal Air HT2098C
Position Rear
Product line Heater Core Aluminum
Fits Lexus and Toyota · 9 vehicles

Aluminum construction. Helps deliver efficient heat transfer in the HVAC system.

Heater core. A core component for warming cabin air.

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Rear Heater Core for Land Cruiser and LX450

Universal Air HT2098C is a rear HVAC heater core for select Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX450 applications. It is built for vehicles that need rear cabin heat performance restored with a direct-fit replacement part.

Key Features

  • Rear HVAC heater core application
  • Aluminum construction
  • Fits 1991-1997 Toyota Land Cruiser, rear
  • Fits 1996-1997 Lexus LX450, rear
  • Universal Air Heater Core Aluminum product line
  • Part number HT2098C for ordering and reference

Detailed Description

This Universal Air heater core is part of the Heater Core Aluminum line and is intended for rear HVAC service on the Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX450. If you are replacing a leaking, restricted, or inefficient rear heater core, HT2098C provides a fitment-specific solution for 1991-1997 Toyota Land Cruiser, rear, and 1996-1997 Lexus LX450, rear. The aluminum design supports heat transfer in the rear climate system while matching the listed vehicle applications. HT2098C is a practical choice when the rear heater circuit needs restoration on these platforms.

Common Repair Reasons

  • Rear cabin heat is weak or uneven
  • Coolant odor or moisture appears near the HVAC area
  • Heater core leakage is present
  • Rear defrost or cabin comfort is reduced during cold weather
  • Restricted coolant flow affects rear HVAC output

Installation Notes

Verify the rear HVAC configuration before installation and compare the original core to HT2098C for dimensions, tube routing, and mounting points. Drain the cooling system before removal, inspect hoses and seals, and refill and bleed the system after installation to remove trapped air. For fitment-based searches, this part is commonly referenced as a rear heater core for Toyota Land Cruiser and Lexus LX450 models.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air identifies this part within its Heater Core Aluminum line, and HT2098C is cataloged for the listed rear applications. This part cross-references no additional part numbers in the provided data.

This part fits 9 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
1997LexusLX450RearHeater Core Aluminum
1997ToyotaLand CruiserRearHeater Core Aluminum
1996LexusLX450RearHeater Core Aluminum
1996ToyotaLand CruiserRearHeater Core Aluminum
1995ToyotaLand CruiserRearHeater Core Aluminum
1994ToyotaLand CruiserRearHeater Core Aluminum
1993ToyotaLand CruiserRearHeater Core Aluminum
1992ToyotaLand CruiserRearHeater Core Aluminum
1991ToyotaLand CruiserRearHeater Core Aluminum