Tribute 4WD L4-2.5L Hybrid (2009)
Engine Block Heater: Service and Repair
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BLOCK HEATER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - 2.5L
1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. See See: Maintenance/Vehicle Lifting/Service and Repair/Lifting.
2. Drain the cooling system. See - See: Cooling System/Coolant/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement.
3. Disconnect the block heater electrical connector.
CAUTION:Make sure that the block heater wiring is routed and secured away from rotating or hot components or damage to the wiring may occur.
4. Remove the block heater.
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To install, tighten to 21 Nm {2.1 kgf-m, 15 ft-lbf}.
5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
6. Fill and bleed the cooling system. For additional information, see - See: Cooling System/Coolant/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement.