Coolant Heater Cord Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE





1. On the 6.5L diesel and 5.0L/5.7L gas engines remove the nuts and washers retaining the clip to the stud.





2. On the 7.4L gas engine remove the bolt and washer retaining the cord clip to the shock bracket.
3. Remove the strap connecting the cord to the heater hose.
4. Remove the cord from the engine block heater.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

CAUTION: A block heater electrical cord that is damaged creates a shock hazard, and must be replaced.





1. Apply dielectric grease P/N 2GO01884 to the front face of the heater cord connector.
2. Connect the heater cord to the block heater.
3. Route the heater cord along the heater hose.
4. On the 7.4L gas engine install the washer to the shock bracket.
5. Install the cord clip and the bolt retaining the cord to the bracket.

NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

- Tighten the bolt retaining the engine coolant heater cord bracket to the engine to 8 Nm (6 ft. lbs.).





6. On the 6.5L diesel and the 5.0L/5.7L gas engines, install the cord clip.
7. Install the washers and nuts at both the shock lower bracket and frame member.
8. Install the bolt retaining the cord clip to the bracket.
- Tighten the cord clip retaining bolt to 12 Nm (106 inch lbs.).