Engine Coolant Heater
(If
Equipped)
In
very
cold weather,
0”
F
(-
18
O
C)
or colder, the engine
coolant heater can help. You’ll get easier starting and
better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually,
the coolant heater should be plugged in a minimum of
four hours prior to starting your vehicle.
To
Use the Engine Coolant Heater
1.
Turn
off
the engine.
2.
Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord.
3.
Plug it into
a
normal, grounded 110-volt
AC
outlet.
A
C.
[JTIO
:
Plugging the cord into
an
ungrounded outlet
could cause an electrical shock.
Also,
the wrong
kind
of
extension cord could overheat and cause
a
fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug the
cord into
a
properly grounded three-prong
110-volt
AC
outlet.
If
the cord won’t reach, use
a
heavy-duty three-pro: extension cord rated for
at least 15 amps.
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4.
Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug
and store the cord as it was before to keep it away
from moving engine parts.
If
you don’t,
it
could
be damaged.
How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged
in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the
kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of
trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact
your dealer in the area where you’ll be parking your
vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice for
that particular area.
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