Engine Block Heater: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Dodge Dakota. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect negative battery cable from battery.
Drain coolant from radiator (Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE - DRAINING COOLING SYSTEM ).
Raise vehicle.
Remove engine cylinder block drain plug(s) located on the sides of cylinder block above the oil pan rail ( Fig 1).

Fig 1: Identifying Drain Plug
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Remove power cord from block heater.
Loosen screw at center of block heater. Remove heater assembly ( Fig 2).

Fig 2: Removing Engine Block Heater
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