leaking radiator fluid when defrost is on... help?

[CrazedEvilX]

the part in this pick thats circled is leaking radiator fluid only when the defrost is on i went to auto zone to see if they knew the part but they said get the name then come back and we will see if we have it does anybody know the name of this part?

 

[alohamonte]

It's called the Heater Control Valve.

Its cheap and easy to replace. You don't need to empty the coolant to replace it, but put some rags down because a few ounces will dribble out. Just pop the sucker off the hoses with pliers. Shouldn't take 20-30 minutes if you take your time.

 

[CrazedEvilX]

It's called the Heater Control Valve.

Its cheap and easy to replace. You don't need to empty the coolant to replace it, but put some rags down because a few ounces will dribble out. Just pop the sucker off the hoses with pliers. Shouldn't take 20-30 minutes if you take your time.

thanks its leaking as it is so im gonna probably get the part this week