Engine Coolant Heater Option
If your vehicle has this feature, in very cold weather -20°F (-29°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You will get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up. Usually, the block heater is plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your vehicle.
To Use the Engine Block Heater
- Turn off the engine.
- Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord.
- Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet.
- 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.
Caution: Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind of extension cord could 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.
How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact your Saturn retailer in the area where you will be parking your vehicle. The retailer can give you the best advice for that particular area.
