1970s 1971 Deville - AC Evaporator Core Removal

[impalamansgarage]

Howdy all. Is there a way to remove the AC evap core on a 71 Deville
without removing the passenger side hood hinge and the whole heat/ac box?

I see that the box is split around the evap core but the factory
service manual still says to do all of the above to get the core out.

Thanks !

Mike Harris

["Cadillac Kid" Greg Surfas 15364]

Mike,
It depends on what your end goal is. If you are replacing the evaporator, following the FSM has proved (at least to me) to be the best way to go. I know a while back someone posted a "short cut", but the advantage in following the FSM is in part the fact that you have access to all the dampers and seals, and can correct any discrepancies you find.
Greg Surfas