RAM SRT-10 Pickup V10-505 8.3L (2004)
Engine Block Heater: Service and Repair
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
REMOVAL
GAS ENGINES
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
2. Drain the coolant.
3. Remove the power cord from the heater by unplugging.
4. Loosen (but do not completely remove) the screw at center of block heater.
5. Remove the block heater by carefully prying from side-to-side. Note the direction of the heating element coil (up or down). The element coil must
be installed correctly to prevent damage.
INSTALLATION
1. Clean and inspect the block heater hole.
2. Install the new O-ring seal(s) to heater.
3. Insert the block heater into cylinder block and position the element properly.
4. With the heater fully seated, tighten center screw to 2 Nm (17 inch lbs.).
5. Fill the cooling system with the recommended coolant.
6. Start and warm the engine.
7. Check the block heater for leaks.