Engine Block Heater: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Dodge Sprinter. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Risk of injury to skin and eyes due to scalding from hot coolant. Do not open the cooling system unless the temperature is below 90°C (194°F). Wear protective clothing and eye wear. Risk of poisoning if coolant is swallowed. Store coolant in proper and appropriately marked containers.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Drain the cooling system.
- Record the location and snip the wire ties.
- Unscrew the engine block heater from the core plug hole and remove. See Fig 1.
| 1 - ENGINE BLOCK HEATER |
| 2 - CORE PLUG |
| 3 - ENGINE MOUNT |
| 4 - WIRING TIE STRAPS |