So I figured out how to install my block heater

tomdeimos · 12-29-2005, 09:14 AM

I think the engine would still go through it's normal warm up cycle based on outside air temp and engine temperature.

HybridVigor · 12-29-2005, 10:19 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by tomdeimos@Dec 29 2005, 07:14 AM
I think the engine would still go through it's normal warm up cycle based on outside air temp and engine temperature.

[snapback]180575[/snapback]

Yeah, I guess in retrospect exhaust gases are much hotter than anything you're likely to be able to cost-effectively heat to get a jump-start on the warm-up process. I remember doing an IR temperature measurement on a big ol' diesel engine exhaust pipe for a mud-rotary drill rig last summer, and it went off the scale of the temp gauge (>500 degrees F) so I probably should have reached that conclusion already. Back to the drawing board.

mdmikemd · 01-05-2006, 02:17 PM

Ok, got my heater in...it was a PITA...

When I got the plug in, I couldn't feel if it was flush with the core and I can't sense if it's very tight or not. Anyone else have the same experience?

Mike

**efusco** · 01-05-2006, 02:56 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by mdmikemd@Jan 5 2006, 01:17 PM
Ok, got my heater in...it was a PITA...

When I got the plug in, I couldn't feel if it was flush with the core and I can't sense if it's very tight or not. Anyone else have the same experience?

Mike

[snapback]184225[/snapback]

When it is in right it feels right. the core should 'snap' when it locks in place. It should not slide out without releasing the clip. the plug should go on snuggly, but it's a little harder to be absolutely certain that it's on all the way. I just wiggled the cord to make sure it didn't feel loose or fall out.

mdmikemd · 01-05-2006, 03:13 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by efusco@Jan 5 2006, 02:56 PM
When it is in right it feels right. the core should 'snap' when it locks in place. It should not slide out without releasing the clip. the plug should go on snuggly, but it's a little harder to be absolutely certain that it's on all the way. I just wiggled the cord to make sure it didn't feel loose or fall out.

[snapback]184264[/snapback]

That's all I did too...fingers crossed!

Frank Hudon · 01-05-2006, 03:54 PM

do you have a multimeter whereby you could check the ohm reading between the two blades on the plug. You should have a reading of about 350 ohms.

sdgeiger · 01-16-2006, 06:29 PM

If you purchase the block heater from Toyota Canada's website, does it come with instructions and a diagram?

My dealer said they have no idea how long it would take to install and asked if I could provide instructions with a diagram.

Also, they said that I should call Toyota to see if this would void my warranty since it's not offered in the US.

Bill Lumbergh · 01-16-2006, 06:37 PM

The block heater won't void your warranty, and it IS available in the US, as I got mine in Alaska. My local dealer wanted 1.5 hours labor to install it. Took me less than half that time.

The instructions are worthless, as they don't explain where to install the heater. Your best bet would be to either do it yourself or give the install techs a link to this thread.

sdgeiger · 01-16-2006, 07:42 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Boxster...WRX...Prius?@Jan 16 2006, 06:37 PM
The block heater won't void your warranty, and it IS available in the US, as I got mine in Alaska. My local dealer wanted 1.5 hours labor to install it. Took me less than half that time.

The instructions are worthless, as they don't explain where to install the heater. Your best bet would be to either do it yourself or give the install techs a link to this thread.

[snapback]191462[/snapback]

The service dept mgr searched and couldn't find it available anywhere. He feels that it's only available in colder areas.

By the way, can you easily unplug the heater and detach the power cord so it's not hanging inside the engine or do you just wrap it up inside to secure it?

mdmikemd · 01-16-2006, 07:45 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by EVegan@Jan 16 2006, 06:29 PM
If you purchase the block heater from Toyota Canada's website, does it come with instructions and a diagram?

[snapback]191459[/snapback]

It comes with a schematic of the heater, but not really with instructions on where it goes. Mine gave directions on where it goes in the Matrix and Rav4, but it was just descriptive, no pictures.

I went to my dealer's parts department, they ordered from Canada and it took 2 weeks to arrive.

LinkBacks (?) LinkBack to this Thread: http://priuschat.com/forums/gen-ii-prius-modifications/10591-so-i-figured-out-how-install-my-block-heater.html
Posted By	For	Type	Date
Saturn Of Green Bay, Saturn Oil Change, Missions To Saturn The Planet - Marshallboots	This thread	Refback	03-11-2009 08:16 AM
Ford Escape Prices, The Great Escape Rockford Illinois, Ford Escape Hatch - Kawasakiklr650	This thread	Refback	03-10-2009 06:55 AM
Conti Ducati 750 Paso, Contax Rts Repair Manual, Continental Aircraft Engine Parts - Championenterprises	This thread	Refback	03-08-2009 08:37 AM
Prius heat-efficiency mods	This thread	Refback	07-06-2008 05:15 PM
Prius heat-efficiency mods	This thread	Refback	03-29-2008 03:48 PM

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
Engine Block Heater Install - Did I do it right?	Green Hokie	Gen II Prius Modifications	36	12-30-2007 03:05 PM
Help me install block heater. i will pay $	saechaka	Private Sales	1	09-21-2007 01:44 PM
My Engine Block Heater install	Rangerdavid	Gen II Prius Modifications	66	07-09-2007 01:26 PM
DIY Block Heater Install?	gpb5200	Gen II Prius Modifications	3	03-02-2007 10:41 PM

12-29-2005, 09:14 AM	#261
tomdeimos Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Lexington, MA Posts: 995 My Car: Model: Package: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	I think the engine would still go through it's normal warm up cycle based on outside air temp and engine temperature.

01-05-2006, 02:17 PM	#263
mdmikemd Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 428 My Car: Model: Package: Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	Ok, got my heater in...it was a PITA... When I got the plug in, I couldn't feel if it was flush with the core and I can't sense if it's very tight or not. Anyone else have the same experience? Mike

01-05-2006, 03:54 PM	#266
Frank Hudon Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 4,144 My Car: Model: Package: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	do you have a multimeter whereby you could check the ohm reading between the two blades on the plug. You should have a reading of about 350 ohms.

01-16-2006, 06:29 PM	#267
sdgeiger Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Dresher, PA Posts: 91 My Car: Model: Package: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	If you purchase the block heater from Toyota Canada's website, does it come with instructions and a diagram? My dealer said they have no idea how long it would take to install and asked if I could provide instructions with a diagram. Also, they said that I should call Toyota to see if this would void my warranty since it's not offered in the US.

01-16-2006, 06:37 PM	#268
Bill Lumbergh USAF Aircraft Maintainer Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: The 09836 area Posts: 533 My Car: 2005 Prius Model: N/A Package: #1 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 2 Posts Friends: 1	The block heater won't void your warranty, and it IS available in the US, as I got mine in Alaska. My local dealer wanted 1.5 hours labor to install it. Took me less than half that time. The instructions are worthless, as they don't explain where to install the heater. Your best bet would be to either do it yourself or give the install techs a link to this thread.