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Fuel Heater: Description and Operation

NOTE: The descriptions and specifications contained were in effect at the time this information was approved for printing. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to discontinue models at any time, or change specifications or design without notice and without incurring obligation.

Cold Start Heater (LPG)
The cold start heater is integral to the vaporizer/regulator. When engine coolant is below 0°C (32°F) the cold start heater turns on and turns off when engine coolant reaches 10°C (50°F) The cold start heater is used to provide heat to the heat exchanger in the vaporizer.