Heater matrix ictdi

[rob88]

Well finally I get a leak, I know what's involved in replacing this and it's something I cannot attempt.
Does anyone know the cost to replace this at honda or an independent.
Anyone tried stop leak products.
I'm not worried about the heat it's been blocked for 5 years anyway.
Thanks

 

[rob88]

Honda want 1600 plus for me to supply a matrix as they no longer supply them.
I appreciate the labour costs on this and perhaps an independent would come in cheaper.

 

[stellamon]

I would definitely try K-Seal or an equal equivalent first, although if it's blocked it may not circulate enough to seal it.

 

[rob88]

Thanks, that's what I thought, I think it is blocked as I've only had warm air from passenger side.
However I'm losing a fair bit of fluid every day.
I'll try anything at this point ha, cheers

 

[Channel Hopper]

Best to flush the whole system before anything since there may be a second hole about to open after the first has been closed.

I found a lot of crud in the base of the radiator which could only be cleared by taking out of the car and flushing upside down multiple times with a high pressure hose