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Engine Block Heater: Service and Repair

HEATER-ENGINE BLOCK

REMOVAL





1. Drain the cooling system.
2. Raise vehicle on hoist.
3. Detach power cord plug from heater.
4. Loosen screw (2) in center of heater. Remove block heater (1) assembly.

INSTALLATION





1. Thoroughly clean core hole and heater seat.
2. Insert block heater (1) assembly with element loop positioned upward.
3. With heater seated, tighten center screw (2) securely to assure a positive seal.
4. Connect power cord to block heater.
5. Lower vehicle.
6. Fill the cooling system.