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In a 2013 Ford F-150, the heater core is located behind the passenger side dashboard near the glove compartment. Accessing the core requires removing most of the truck's dashboard and is recommended for professional installation. The heater core helps circulate coolant through the HVAC system to heat the interior of the vehicle. If it malfunctions, you may notice a lack of warm air, coolant leaks in the footwell, a distinct antifreeze smell inside the cabin, foggy windows, engine overheating, and a decrease in coolant levels. Replacing the heater core in an F-150 typically costs between $600 and $800 for parts and labor.
In the 2013 Ford F-150, the heater core is located in a housing beneath the dashboard and is linked to the vehicle's engine cooling system.