1998 Chevrolet Express Van Owner's Manual - Page 91
1998 Chevrolet Express Van Manual
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Engine Cool-nt Heater (If Equipped) I To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap theelectrical cord. The cord for the engine coolant heater is located on the driver's side of the engine compartment and is attached to the hose for the power steering reservoir. I 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 1IO-volt AC outlet. 1A CAUTION: In very cold weather, 0°F (- I 8OC) 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 shouldbe plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle. Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could causean electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord intoa properly grounded three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cord won't reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15amps. 2-20