Engine Coolant Heater; To Use the Engine Coolant Heater; Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet- Page 100

2006 Buick Lucerne Owner Manual

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Engine Coolant Heater

If your vehicle has this feature, in very cold weather, 0°F
(

18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help.

You’ll get easier starting and better fuel economy during
engine warm-up. Usually, the coolant heater should be
plugged in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your
vehicle. At temperatures above 32°F (0°C), use of the
coolant heater is not required.

To Use the Engine Coolant Heater

1. Turn off the engine.

2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord.

On vehicles with the 3.8L V6 engine, the coolant
heater cord is located on the passenger’s side of the
vehicle, above the headlamp assembly. On
vehicles with the 4.6L V8 engine, the cord is located
on the driver’s side of the vehicle on the right
side of the engine air cleaner. It is between the
engine cover and the engine air cleaner.

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CAUTION:

Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet
could cause an electrical shock. Also, the
wrong kind of extension cord could overheat
and cause a fire. You could be seriously
injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded
three-prong 110-volt AC outlet. If the cord will
not reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong
extension cord rated for at least 15 amps.

3. Plug the cord into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC

outlet.

4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and

store the cord as it was before to keep it away
from moving engine parts. If you do not, it could be
damaged.

How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged
in? The answer depends on the outside temperature, the
kind of oil you have, and some other things. Instead
of trying to list everything here, we ask that you contact
your dealer in the area where you will be parking
your vehicle. The dealer can give you the best advice
for that particular area.

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  • 1. Turn off the engine.
  • 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord.
  • 3.8L V6 engine, the coolant heater cord is located on the passenger’s side of the vehicle, above the headlamp assembly.
  • 4.6L V8 engine, the cord is located on the driver’s side of the vehicle on the right side of the engine air cleaner.
  • 3. Plug the cord into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet.
  • 4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) for 2006 Buick Lucerne Owner Manual - Page 100

  • If you do not, it could be damaged. How long should you keep the coolant heater plugged in?

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