HEATER-ENGINE BLOCK
DESCRIPTION
The heater is mounted in a core hole (in place of a core hole plug) in the engine block, with the heating element immersed in coolant .
The engine block heater is available as an optional accessory. The heater is powered by ordinary house current (110 Volt AC) through a power cord and connector.
OPERATION
The block heater element is submerged in the cooling system's coolant. When electrical power (110 volt A.C.) is applied to the element, it creates heat. This heat is transferred to the engine coolant. This provides easier engine starting and faster warm-up when vehicle is operated in areas having extremely low temperatures.
REMOVAL
1. Drain the cooling system (Refer to 7 - COOLING/ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
2. Raise vehicle on hoist.
3. Detach power cord plug from heater (1).
4. Loosen screw (2) in center of heater. Remove heater assembly (1).
INSTALLATION
1. Thoroughly clean core hole and heater seat.
2. Insert heater (1) assembly with element loop positioned upward.
3. With heater (1) 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 (Refer to 7 - COOLING/ENGINE - STANDARD PROCEDURE).