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Block Heater: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Windstar. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to COOLING SYSTEM DRAINING, FILLING AND BLEEDING .
  2. Raise the vehicle. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  3. Disconnect the block heater power cable from the block heater (6A051).
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Block Heater Power Cable From Block Heater (6A051)
    G01308165Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. CAUTION: Do not loosen the block heater retaining screw more than necessary for removal.
  5. Remove the block heater.