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Fuel Heater: Description and Operation

BI-FUEL SYSTEM COLD START HEATER (LPG)

NOTE: The descriptions and specifications contained here were in effect at the time it was approved for printing. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to discontinue models at any time, or change specifications or design without notice and without incurring obligation.

The cold start heater is integral to the vaporizer/regulator. When engine coolant is below 0°C (32°F) the cold start heater turns on and turns off when engine coolant reaches 10°C (50°F). The cold start heater is used to provide heat to the heat exchanger in the vaporizer.