Engine Heater; Driving and Operating; To Use the Engine Coolant- Page 173

2017 Buick Regal Owner Manual

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In Brief
Seats and Restraints
Instruments and Controls
Driving and Operating
Vehicle Care
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Buick Regal Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-

9804381) - 2017 - crc - 8/30/16

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Driving and Operating

Engine Heater

The engine coolant 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 coolant 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 Coolant
Heater

1. Turn off the engine.

2. Open the hood and unwrap the

electrical cord.

The electrical cord is located
on the passenger side of the
engine compartment, between
the fender and the air cleaner.

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.

3. Plug it 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
extension cord, could make

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