Engine - Procedure To Install Engine Oil Heater
INFORMATIONBulletin No.: 11-06-01-001A
Date: March 08, 2011
Subject: Procedure for Installation of an Engine Oil Heater
Models:
2011 Chevrolet Cruze
Supercede:
This bulletin is being revised to add information for the 1.8L (RPO LUW) Engine. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 11-06-01-001 (Section 06 - Engine/Propulsion System).
If a customer is in an area of extreme cold, where the temperature falls below -30°C (-22°F), it is recommended that they install an engine oil heater. This will provide easier cold starting and better protection for the engine at extremely low temperatures.
Important
Please inform the customer that the engine oil heater should be plugged in a minimum of three hours prior to starting the vehicle.
Using the parts listed below, follow the applicable procedure to install the engine oil heater.
1.4L Engine (RPO LUJ)
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Loosely install the heater bracket to the engine block using provided bolt.
3. Clean the oil pan surface and wipe dry with a clean lint-free towel prior to installing the heater.
4. Apply the paste to the back side of the heater. Evenly coat the entire surface.
5. Install the heater to the oil pan and retain using the bracket.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 40Nm (30 lb ft).
6. Connect the power cord to the heater and secure using lock.
7. Install the power cord bracket, P/N 96312504, to the intermediate shaft bracket (1) using the existing bolt.
8. Route the power cord up along the back side of the intermediate shaft and secure the push in retainer (2) to the installed bracket.
9. Lower the vehicle.
10. Secure the power cord clip (1) to the heater hose.
11. Secure the power cord clip (1) to the existing engine harness.
12. Route the power cord along the strut tower and secure the push in retainer (2) into upper hole on strut tower.
13. Route the power cord along the front side of the strut tower and secure the clip (1) to the A/C line. For non-A/C vehicles, secure using the stud clip.
14. Route the power cord along the side of the air cleaner assembly between the fender and secure the clip (1) to the forward lamp harness (just to the left of the headlamp).
15. Loop the power cord and route back along the side of the air cleaner and secure using clips. Tuck the electrical plug between the air cleaner assembly and the strut tower.
1.8L Engine (RPO LUW)
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Loosely install the heater bracket to the engine block using provided bolt.
3. Clean the oil pan surface and wipe dry with a clean lint-free towel prior to installing the heater.
4. Apply the paste to the backside of the heater. Evenly coat the entire surface.
5. Install the heater to the oil pan and retain using the bracket.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 40Nm(30 lb ft).
6. Connect the power cord to the heater and install the safety lock (1) onto the heater connection.
7. Loop the power cord and secure the clip (2) to the heater element line.
8. Route the power cord up between the axle shaft and the engine and secure the clip (1) to the existing engine harness near the backside of the generator.
9. Lower the vehicle.
10. Secure the power cord clip (1) to the throttle body vacuum hose.
11. Route the power cord up along the strut tower and secure the push in retainer (1) into upper hole on strut tower.
12. Route the power cord along the front side of the strut tower and secure the clip (2) to the A/C line. For non-A/C vehicles, secure using the stud clip.
13. Route the power cord along the side of the air cleaner assembly between the fender and secure the clip (1) to the forward lamp harness (just to the left of the headlamp).
14. Loop the power cord and route back along the side of the air cleaner and secure using clips. Tuck the electrical plug between the air cleaner assembly and the strut tower.
Parts Information (1.4L Engine RPO LUJ)
* To Order: Contact Rubberworks by email @ Sales@Rubberworksinc.com, Fax to 519-582-1011 or by phone 519-582-0555 between 9 am and 4:30 pm EST Monday to Friday.
** It is estimated that a 90 ml tube will service seven vehicles. Please put unused material on the shelf for future use.
Parts Information (1.8L Engine RPO LUW)
* To Order: Contact Rubberworks by email @ Sales@Rubberworksinc.com, Fax to 519-582-1011 or by phone 519-582-0555 between 9 am and 4:30 pm EST Monday to Friday
** It is estimated that a 90 ml tube will service seven vehicles. Please put unused material on the shelf for future use.
Warranty Information
Please advise the customer that the engine oil heater can be purchased. Installation and/or cost of the heater will not be covered under the vehicle's warranty.
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