Engine Block Heater: Service and Repair

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BLOCK HEATER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - 3.0L










1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. See Lifting.

2. Drain the cooling system. See - Removal and Replacement.

3. Disconnect the block heater electrical connector.

CAUTION:Make sure that the block heater wiring is routed and secured away from rotating or hot components or damage to the wiring may occur.
4. Remove the block heater.

- To install, tighten to 25 Nm {2.5 kgf-m, 18 ft-lbf}.

5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

6. Fill and bleed the cooling system. See - Removal and Replacement.