Ford Fusion: Starting and Stopping the Engine / Engine Block Heater (IF
EQUIPPED)
WARNING: Failure to follow engine
block heater instructions could result in
property damage or serious personal
injury.
WARNING: Do not use your heater
with ungrounded electrical systems or
two-pronged adapters. There is a risk of
electrical shock.
Note: The heater is most effective when
outdoor temperatures are below 0°F
(-18°C).
The heater acts as a starting aid by
warming the engine coolant. This allows
the climate control system to respond
quickly. The equipment includes a heater
element (installed in the engine block) and
a wire harness. You can connect the
system to a grounded 120-volt AC
electrical source.
We recommend that you do the following
for a safe and correct operation:
- Use a 16-gauge outdoor extension cord
that is product certified by
Underwriter’s Laboratory (UL) or
Canadian Standards Association
(CSA). This extension cord must be
suitable for use outdoors, in cold
temperatures, and be clearly marked
Suitable for Use with Outdoor
Appliances. Do not use an indoor
extension cord outdoors. This could
result in an electric shock or become a
fire hazard.
- Use as short an extension cord as
possible.
- Do not use multiple extension cords.
- Make sure that when in operation, the
extension cord plug and heater cord
plug connections are free and clear of
water. This could cause an electric
shock or fire.
- Make sure your vehicle is parked in a
clean area, clear of combustibles.
- Make sure the heater, heater cord and
extension cord are firmly connected.
- Check for heat anywhere in the
electrical hookup once the system has
been operating for approximately 30
minutes.
- Make sure the heater system is
checked for proper operation before
winter.
Using the Engine Block Heater
The engine block heater plug is located in
a housing in the left lower grille. Open the
hinged, circular door and make sure the
receptacle terminals are clean and dry prior
to use. Clean them with a dry cloth if
necessary.
The heater uses 0.4 to 1.0 kilowatt-hours
of energy per hour of use. The system does
not have a thermostat. It will achieve
maximum temperature after
approximately three hours of operation. If
you use the heater longer than three hours,
this will not improve system performance
and will use unnecessary electricity.
When you start the engine, the idle speed
increases. This helps to warm up the
engine. If the engine idle speed does not
slow down automatically, have your
vehicle checked by an authorized dealer...
The system helps reduce fuel consumption
by automatically shutting off and restarting
the engine while your vehicle is stopped.
The engine will restart automatically when
you release the brake pedal...
Other information:
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Forming Gas Pressure Gauge and Leak Detector
Materials
Name
Specification
Forming Gas
-
Leak detection
All vehicles
NOTE:
Use a Rotunda-approved Tracer Gas A/C System Dealership Leak Detection Service Kit that meets SAE J2790...
Removal
NOTE:
The procedure for the LH headlamp assembly is shown, the RH headlamp assembly is similar.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Remove the front bumper cover.
Refer to: Front Bumper Cover (501-19 Bumpers, Removal and Installation)...