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Engine Block Heater: Service and Repair

Block Heater

Removal and Installation
1. Drain the cooling system.
2. Raise and support the vehicle.





3. Disconnect the connector.





4. Remove the block heater.

1 NOTE: Do not loosen the screw more than necessary for removal.

Loosen the screw.
2 Twist and slide the block heater to release the retainer clip and discard the retainer clip.
3 Remove the block heater.





5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.