m20b25 hose routing vs heater core

[funcrew]

There's 2 hoses that go to the heater core at the firewall:

1. 3-way hose from the coolant reservoir

2. single hose from the cylinder head near the firewall

Which of these goes to the top connection on the heater core? I figure it matters because the HC valve wants pressure against it in a certain direction.

Thanks in advance for your help!

EDIT: 1991, and I'm eliminating the screwy coolant safety valve monstrosity thing that hangs in the middle of the hoses.

[digger]

this help ?

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/showparts?id=1112-EUR---E30-BMW-325i&diagId=64_1720

[funcrew]

digger, I tried all the realoem diagrams, but it didn't clear things up. My hoses connect to the metal tubes from your link. Still appreciate the help though.

[Seawolf]

Upper heater hose goes to the 3 way bitch hose.

Lower heater hose goes to the back of the head.

Had the same question when I changed out my hoses and junked the recall safety valve.

Read this: http://www.r3vlimited.com/board/showthread.php?t=203038

[funcrew]

Sweet - Thanks!