Universal Air HT399142C HVAC Heater Core

Heater Core for Chrysler and Dodge HVAC Systems

Universal Air HT399142C is an aluminum HVAC heater core for select Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth vehicles. It is built for direct replacement service in heating system repairs where the original heater core has leaked, restricted coolant flow, or lost heat output.

Key Features

• Aluminum heater core construction
• HVAC heater core replacement for factory heating systems
• Direct-fit application coverage for select Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth models
• Part number HT399142C for ordering and catalog lookup
• Compatible with long-tail applications such as 1987-2000 Dodge Dakota heater core replacement and 1998-2000 Dodge Durango heater core replacement

Application Coverage

• Fits 1987-2000 Dodge Dakota, N/A
• Fits 1998-2000 Dodge Durango, N/A
• Fits 1982-1995 Chrysler LeBaron, N/A
• Fits 1989-1995 Dodge Spirit, N/A
• Fits 1989-1995 Plymouth Acclaim, N/A
• Fits 1987-1994 Dodge Shadow, N/A
• Fits 1987-1994 Plymouth Sundance, N/A
• Fits 1984-1993 Chrysler Daytona, N/A
• Fits 1988-1993 Chrysler Dynasty, N/A
• Fits 1990-1993 Chrysler Imperial, N/A
• Fits 1983-1993 Chrysler New Yorker, N/A
• Fits 1984-1993 Dodge Daytona, N/A
• Fits 1981-1989 Dodge Aries, N/A
• Fits 1985-1989 Dodge Lancer, N/A
• Fits 1981-1989 Plymouth Reliant, N/A
• Fits 1983-1988 Dodge 600, N/A
• Fits 1984-1986 Chrysler Laser, N/A
• Fits 1983 Chrysler Town & Country, N/A
• Fits 1982 Dodge Rampage, N/A

Detailed Description

Universal Air HT399142C is an aluminum heater core for HVAC repair on a wide range of Chrysler K-car and related platform vehicles, including Dodge Dakota, Dodge Durango, Chrysler LeBaron, Dodge Shadow, and Plymouth Sundance. As the heat exchanger inside the cabin HVAC case, it transfers engine coolant heat into the passenger compartment for defrost and cabin heat performance. This part number HT399142C is a practical replacement choice when servicing aging factory heating systems on Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth applications.

Common Repair Uses

• Restores cabin heat when the original core is clogged or restricted
• Addresses coolant odor or damp carpet caused by heater core leakage
• Corrects weak defrost performance in cold weather
• Replaces a corroded or damaged factory heater core

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, make, and model against the listed fitment before installation. Heater core replacement typically requires access to the HVAC case, so inspect related hoses, clamps, and coolant condition during service. Confirm all connections are clean and properly seated before refilling and bleeding the cooling system.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air heater core replacement part HT399142C is cataloged for the listed applications and built with aluminum construction for HVAC service use.