Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped); To Use The Engine Coolant Heater - GMC 1999 Suburban Owner's Manual

Engine Coolant Heater (If Equipped)

You'll get easier starting and better fuel economy during
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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.
The engine coolant heater electrical cord is located
on the driver's side of the engine compartment, near
the power steering reservoir.
3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110
In very cold weather, 0 _ F
18 _ C) or colder, the
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engine coolant heater
can help.
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volt AC outlet.
CAUTION:
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
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110 volt AC outlet. If the cord won't reach, use a
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heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for
at least 15 amps.
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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