Engine heater – CHEVROLET 2011 Camaro User Manual

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Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual - 2011

Driving and Operating

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Engine Heater

The engine coolant heater,
if available, can help in cold weather
conditions at or below 0°F (−18°C)
for easier starting and better fuel
economy during engine warm-up.
Plug in the coolant heater at least
four hours before starting the
vehicle. An internal thermostat in
the plug-end of the cord will prevent
engine coolant heater operation at
temperatures above 0°F (−18°C).

Using the Engine Coolant
Heater

1. Turn off the engine.

2. Open the hood and unwrap the

electrical cord.

The electrical cord is located on
the passenger side of the engine
compartment, in front of the
underhood fuse block for
V6 models.

3. Plug it into a normal, grounded

110-volt AC outlet.

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WARNING

Plugging the cord into an
ungrounded outlet could cause an
electrical shock. Also, the wrong
kind of extension cord could

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WARNING (Continued)

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 will not reach,
use a 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 do not it could be
damaged.

The length of time the heater should
remain plugged in depends on
several factors. Ask a dealer in the
area where you will be parking the
vehicle for the best advice on this.

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