Engine Heater; Driving and Operating; To Use the Engine Heater- Page 244

2020 Buick Encore GX Owner Manual

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Buick Encore GX Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

14018934) - 2020 - CRC - 2/27/20

Driving and Operating

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3. Repeat for all hooks to fully

engage cover to grille.

4. Make sure all clips remain

engaged during installation.
Cover should be stretched to a
tight fit when properly installed.

Engine Heater

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Warning

Do not plug in the engine block
heater while the vehicle is parked
in a garage or under a carport.

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Warning (Continued)

Property damage or personal
injury may result. Always park the
vehicle in a clear open area away
from buildings or structures.

The engine heater, if available, can
help in cold weather conditions at or
below

18 °C (0 °F) for easier

starting and better fuel economy
during engine warm-up. Plug in the
engine heater at least four hours
before starting the vehicle. An
internal thermostat in the plug end
of the cord will prevent engine
coolant heater operation at
temperatures above

18 °C (0 °F).

To Use the Engine Heater

1. Turn off the engine.

2. Remove the heater cord from

the rear compartment.

3. Check the heater cord for

damage. If it is damaged, do
not use it. See your dealer for
a replacement. Inspect the
cord for damage yearly.

4. Plug the cord into the

receptacle in the front fascia.

5. Plug the other end of the cord

into a normal, grounded
110-volt AC outlet.

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Warning

Improper use of the heater cord
or an extension cord can damage
the cord and may result in
overheating and fire.

.

Plug the cord into a
three-prong electrical utility
receptacle that is protected
by a ground fault detection
function. An ungrounded
outlet could cause an
electric shock.

.

Use a weatherproof,
heavy-duty, 15 amp-rated
extension cord if needed.
Failure to use the
recommended extension
cord in good operating
condition, or using a
damaged heater or

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  • 3. Repeat for all hooks to fully engage cover to grille.
  • 4. Make sure all clips remain engaged during installation.
  • 1. Turn off the engine.
  • 2. Remove the heater cord from the rear compartment.
  • 3. Check the heater cord for damage.
  • 4. Plug the cord into the receptacle in the front fascia.
  • 5. Plug the other end of the cord into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet.

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