2015 Buick Verano Owner Manual - Page 217

9-20 Driving and Operating To Use the Engine Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. For vehicles with a 2.4L engine, the electrical cord is located on the passenger side of the engine compartment, near the air cleaner. For vehicles with a 2.0L turbo engine, the electrical cord is located on the front of the engine, on the driver side of the vehicle. Check the heater cord for damage. If it is damaged, do not use it. See your dealer for a replacement. Inspect the cord for damage yearly. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. starts briefly but then stops again, do the same thing. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. Do not race the engine immediately after starting it. Operate the engine and transmission gently until the oil warms up and lubricates all moving parts. { Warning Improper use of the heater cord or an extension cord can damage the cord and may result in overheating and fire. . Engine Heater The engine heater, if available, can help in cold weather conditions at or below −18°C (0°F) for easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Plug in the heater at least four hours before starting the vehicle. An internal thermostat in the plug end of the cord will prevent engine heater operation at temperatures above −18°C (0°F). Plug the cord into a three-prong electrical utility receptacle that is protected by a ground fault detection function. An ungrounded outlet could cause an electric shock. Use a weatherproof, heavy-duty, 15 amp-rated extension cord if needed. Failure to use the recommended extension cord in good operating condition, or using a damaged heater or extension cord, could make it (Continued) .