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Engine Coolant Heater (Option)
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.
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CAUTION:
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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-prong extension cord rated for
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at least
15
amps.
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After you've used the coolant heater, be sure to
store
Usually, the coolant heater
should be plugged in a
the cord as it
was
before
to
keep it away from
minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. moving
engine parts. If you don't, it could
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be damaged.
To Use the- Coolant Heater
How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged
1. Turn off the engine.
in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the
2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. kind of
oil you have, and some other things. Instead of
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3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet.
trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact
your Pontiac dealer in tlie area where you'll be parking
your vehicle. The dealer can give you-the best advice for
that
particular
area,
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