RAM 3500 Truck 2WD V10-8.0L VIN W (1997)
Engine Block Heater: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect negative battery cable from battery.
2. Drain coolant from radiator and cylinder block.
3. Remove power cord from heater by unplugging.
4. Loosen (but do not completely remove) the screw at center of block heater.
5. Remove block heater from engine by carefully prying from side-to-side. When removing block heater, note direction of heating element coil (up or
down). Element coil must be installed correctly to prevent damage.
INSTALLATION
1. Thoroughly clean the cylinder block freeze plug hole and block heater seat.
2. Install new O-ring seal(s) to heater.
3. Insert block heater into cylinder block.
4. With heater fully seated, tighten center screw.
5. Fill cooling system with recommended coolant.
6. Start and warm the engine.
7. Check block heater for leaks.
