For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Turn the ignition OFF.
- Press the coolant heater strap retainer tab in order to remove coolant heater cord strap.
- Use wire cutters in order to remove the coolant heater cord upper straps from the engine wiring harness.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Use wire cutters in order to remove the three coolant heater cord lower straps (1) from the engine wiring harness.
- Remove the right front wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Remove the right engine splash shield. Refer to Engine Splash Shield Replacement in Body Front End.
- Remove the engine coolant heater cord from the engine coolant heater.
- Remove the engine coolant heater cord.
Important: The strap that secures the coolant heater cord to the diagonal brace is reusable. Do NOT cut this strap.
Installation Procedure
- Install the engine coolant heater cord to the engine coolant heater.
- Properly route the coolant heater cord.
- Use three new tie straps (1) in order to secure the coolant heater cord to the engine lower wiring harness.
- Install the right engine splash shield. Refer to Engine Splash Shield Replacement in Body Front End.
- Install the right front wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Use two new tie straps in order to secure the coolant heater cord to the engine upper wiring harness.
- Use the reusable strap in order to secure the coolant heater cord to the diagonal brace.
