1993 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual - Page 57
1993 Pontiac Grand Am Manual
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Features & Controls Engine Block Heater (oPnoN) In very cold weather, 0" F (-18"C) or colder, the engine block heater can help. You'll get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. To Use the Block Heater: 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. 3.Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt outlet. Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could overheat and causea fire. You could be seriously injured. Plug the cord intoa properly grounded three-prong 110-volt outlet. If the cord won't reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps. I NOTICE After you've used the block heater, ; be sure to store the cord as it was.,. . ,( before, away to it keep from moving engine parts.If you don't, it could be damaged , ,~ 1 ,:,; "::s How long should you keep the block heater plugged in? The answer depends on the weather, the kindof oil you have, and some other things. Insteadof trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact a Pontiac dealer in the area where you'll be parking your vehicle. The dealer can give the best advice you for that particular area. m m m 56