Universal Air HT398215C HVAC Heater Core - Front

Heater Core for Honda and Acura Applications

Universal Air HT398215C is an aluminum HVAC heater core for select Honda and Acura vehicles. It is built for direct replacement use in the heating system and is listed for 2003-2008 Honda Pilot, 2001-2006 Acura MDX, 1999-2004 Honda Odyssey front, and 1998-2002 Honda Accord.

Key Features

• Aluminum heater core construction
• HVAC heater core replacement for factory-style heating system service
• Fits 2003-2008 Honda Pilot, N/A
• Fits 2001-2006 Acura MDX, N/A
• Fits 1999-2004 Honda Odyssey, front
• Fits 1998-2002 Honda Accord, N/A
• Part number HT398215C for ordering and cross-checking

Detailed Description

Universal Air Heater Core Aluminum, part number HT398215C, is a replacement HVAC heater core for select Honda Pilot, Acura MDX, Honda Odyssey, and Honda Accord models. The aluminum core is specified for vehicles across the 1998-2008 model years and supports heating-system repair when the original core is leaking, restricted, or no longer transferring heat properly. This part number HT398215C is a direct reference for fitment-based searches on Honda Accord heater core, Honda Odyssey front heater core, and Acura MDX heater core applications.

Common Repair Symptoms

• Loss of cabin heat
• Coolant odor inside the vehicle
• Fogging or film on the windshield from heater core leakage
• Sweet smell or damp carpet near the HVAC case
• Uneven or weak heat output from the defroster and vents

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and heater core position before installation. Drain the cooling system as required, inspect hoses and seals, and flush the system if contamination is present. After installation, refill and bleed the cooling system according to the vehicle service procedure to remove trapped air and confirm proper heater performance.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air Heater Core Aluminum HT398215C is cataloged for the listed Honda and Acura applications and should be matched to the vehicle’s HVAC configuration before service. This part cross-references Denso (e.g., 476-0010) for the same application.