Water Heater Access - 2003 Winnie Brave

[bohambone]

I would like information on how to gain access to the rear of the Hot Water Heater on a 2003 Winnie Brave....I have a leak but am unable to determine if it is the Heater or connection....any suggestions would be appreciated!!
Thanks,
Bo Hamilton

[Wizard]

Tough to get back there if its like my 02 Brave I once had. Found a nephew that was skinny enough that he could get his head and shoulders in the hole. Had to change the check valves.

I think it can be removed from the front but I didn't want to try if I could get out of it.

[HotMech]

Bo, if it's like my '02 you have to remove the wall to the right side of the storage bay. remove the screws in the water pump and let it hang on the lines. remove the screws holding the water bypass valve and lines to the wall, and remove the screws holding the wall to the floor and front panel.
makes getting to the WH a bit easier.
Kerry