So I figured out how to install my block heater

Bill Lumbergh · 01-21-2006, 02:52 AM

The part number listed on my receipt is: 00213-00889

See if the dealership can look it up for you.

Someone keeps unplugging my block heater, too......I m NOT pleased.

ken1784 · 01-21-2006, 07:32 AM

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Originally posted by efusco@Nov 18 2005, 03:22 PM
It is amazing, however, how quickly that ICE will cool off even with a brief stop in cold weather.

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OK.
Here is another picture how a Japanese mileage enthusiast is avoiding the cooling down at night.

Please note that he shuts 100% of front grill but makes spaces around radiator.

Ken@Japan

ken1784 · 01-21-2006, 07:39 AM

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Originally posted by Boxster...WRX...Prius?@Jan 21 2006, 04:52 PM
The part number listed on my receipt is: 00213-00889

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We got some from Canada.
The box says the P/N is CO140-00889.

Ken@Japan

jayman · 01-21-2006, 11:57 AM

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Originally posted by Boxster...WRX...Prius?@Jan 21 2006, 02:52 AM
Someone keeps unplugging my block heater, too......I m NOT pleased.

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That's quite common at apartment buildings, at least in Winnipeg. My co-worker with the VW tdi even makes a point of waking up several hours early just to make sure his car is still plugged in. About 1/3 of the time, it has been unplugged.

Let's face it, there are a lot of assholes out there.

jacaufie · 02-18-2006, 08:13 PM

I just wanted to thank the many posters on this thread as I've just successfully installed my own engine block heater. Being able to read about others experiences help a great deal; the pictures made it even easier.

I used ramps (though I had to jack the car up to get it on them) and found the spot without too much difficulty. The heater inserted on about my third attempt. The cable went on with only one try though I admit I studied the orientation quite a bit before attempting it (the cable should align with the black clip).

Interestingly enough, getting the cable back up into the engine compartment was my biggest headache- it kept getting hung-up on things. The whole process took about 90 minutes.

I'll go to Home Depot tomorrow to get a timer and then wait to see if this improves my mileage any. I have a short 20 minute commute to work so I'm hoping that it will. Being able to get that first 5-minute consumption bar out of the 20's would be a big deal to me.

hdrygas · 02-18-2006, 09:55 PM

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Originally posted by jacaufie@Feb 18 2006, 05:13 PM
I just wanted to thank the many posters on this thread as I've just successfully installed my own engine block heater. Being able to read about others experiences help a great deal; the pictures made it even easier.

I used ramps (though I had to jack the car up to get it on them) and found the spot without too much difficulty. The heater inserted on about my third attempt. The cable went on with only one try though I admit I studied the orientation quite a bit before attempting it (the cable should align with the black clip).

Interestingly enough, getting the cable back up into the engine compartment was my biggest headache- it kept getting hung-up on things. The whole process took about 90 minutes.

I'll go to Home Depot tomorrow to get a timer and then wait to see if this improves my mileage any. I have a short 20 minute commute to work so I'm hoping that it will. Being able to get that first 5-minute consumption bar out of the 20's would be a big deal to me.

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You will find that it helps quite a bit my commute is about 15-20 minutes. It has been a MPG saver during this recent cold snap. BTW you folks up in Canada can have this cold air back!

Frank Hudon · 02-18-2006, 10:12 PM

trust us on this one, we don't want it either, send it back to Russia.

jacaufie · 02-19-2006, 12:44 AM

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Originally posted by Frank Hudon@Feb 18 2006, 08:12 PM
trust us on this one, we don't want it either, send it back to Russia.

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And the wind! It takes your breathe away. Explains a lot about Russians.

Frank Hudon · 02-19-2006, 12:56 AM

I use the block heater all the time, on a timer, and this last tank was one of the better winter tanks. 4.87 liters per hundred km's works out to 58 mpg Imperial 48.3 US mpg. I knew it was going to be one of the better tanks just by the Km's I'd put on it, but it was better than I though. Lots of short trips and it's been quite cool.
Edit: my normal station and pump.

AlphaTeam · 03-01-2006, 02:30 PM

I finally got mine in.
I just gave the dealer $53 and saved the trouble.

02-18-2006, 08:13 PM	#275
jacaufie Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Beaverton, Oregon Posts: 81 My Car: 2006 Prius Model: Package: Base Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	I just wanted to thank the many posters on this thread as I've just successfully installed my own engine block heater. Being able to read about others experiences help a great deal; the pictures made it even easier. I used ramps (though I had to jack the car up to get it on them) and found the spot without too much difficulty. The heater inserted on about my third attempt. The cable went on with only one try though I admit I studied the orientation quite a bit before attempting it (the cable should align with the black clip). Interestingly enough, getting the cable back up into the engine compartment was my biggest headache- it kept getting hung-up on things. The whole process took about 90 minutes. I'll go to Home Depot tomorrow to get a timer and then wait to see if this improves my mileage any. I have a short 20 minute commute to work so I'm hoping that it will. Being able to get that first 5-minute consumption bar out of the 20's would be a big deal to me. __________________ 2006 Black Prius with Package 0 Mods installed: All-weather mats, Short antenna, Mudguards, MFD hood, Wheelskins, Hybrid decals, Large rear wiper, Engine Block Heater, Radio Shack button EV Mod Mod wish list: BT Stiffening Plate, Invinca-Shield protection, Window tinting, Speaker upgrade, EDrive battery mod "We don't need no stinking packages!"

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01-21-2006, 02:52 AM	#271
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 part number listed on my receipt is: 00213-00889 See if the dealership can look it up for you. Someone keeps unplugging my block heater, too......I m NOT pleased.

02-18-2006, 10:12 PM	#277
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	trust us on this one, we don't want it either, send it back to Russia.

02-19-2006, 12:56 AM	#279
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	I use the block heater all the time, on a timer, and this last tank was one of the better winter tanks. 4.87 liters per hundred km's works out to 58 mpg Imperial 48.3 US mpg. I knew it was going to be one of the better tanks just by the Km's I'd put on it, but it was better than I though. Lots of short trips and it's been quite cool. Edit: my normal station and pump.

03-01-2006, 02:30 PM	#280
AlphaTeam Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Earth Posts: 640 My Car: 2006 Prius Model: Package: #7 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Friends: 0	I finally got mine in. I just gave the dealer $53 and saved the trouble.