lilfroger
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The block heaters is installed on all trucks; just most do not come with the cord.
An optional engine block heater is available with all models. The heater is equipped with a power cord. The cord is attached to an engine compartment component with tie-straps. The heater warms the engine providing easier engine starting and faster warm-up in low temperatures. The heater is mounted in a core hole of the engine cylinder block in place of a freeze plug with the heating element immersed in engine coolant.
Electrical Info:
Vehicle Issue What are the electrical requirements for the engine block (coolant) heater?
Year 2005 | 2004 | 2003 | 2002 | 2001 | 2000 | 1999 | 1998 | 1997 | 1996 | 1995 | 1994 | 1993 | 1992 | 1991 | 1990 | 1989 | 2006
Model AD - Ram Pickup, Ramcharger, Ram Cab and Chassis | BE - Ram Pickup/Quad Cab | BR - Ram Pickup | DH - Ram Pickup HD | DR - Ram Pickup | D1 - Ram Pickup 3500
Engine 5.9L 6 CYL DIESEL TURBO CUMMINS | 5.9L 24 VALVE TURBO DIESEL | 5.9L 24 VALVE TURBO DIESEL HO
Recommendation The engine block heater installed in Cummins® engines requires:
110-115 volts, A/C current
It is recommended to use at least a 15 amp circuit
A grounded 3-prong extension cord is required
The engine block heater is a 750 watt heating element, which will draw 6.5 to 7 amps.
The 5.9L diesel engine has the block heater located on the right side of the engine below the exhaust manifold next to the oil cooler (1).
The block heater is screwed into the block at 75 N·m (55 ft. lbs.).
If your truck did not come with the heater cord it can be purchased from the Dealer or from several after market locations
An optional engine block heater is available with all models. The heater is equipped with a power cord. The cord is attached to an engine compartment component with tie-straps. The heater warms the engine providing easier engine starting and faster warm-up in low temperatures. The heater is mounted in a core hole of the engine cylinder block in place of a freeze plug with the heating element immersed in engine coolant.
Electrical Info:
Vehicle Issue What are the electrical requirements for the engine block (coolant) heater?
Year 2005 | 2004 | 2003 | 2002 | 2001 | 2000 | 1999 | 1998 | 1997 | 1996 | 1995 | 1994 | 1993 | 1992 | 1991 | 1990 | 1989 | 2006
Model AD - Ram Pickup, Ramcharger, Ram Cab and Chassis | BE - Ram Pickup/Quad Cab | BR - Ram Pickup | DH - Ram Pickup HD | DR - Ram Pickup | D1 - Ram Pickup 3500
Engine 5.9L 6 CYL DIESEL TURBO CUMMINS | 5.9L 24 VALVE TURBO DIESEL | 5.9L 24 VALVE TURBO DIESEL HO
Recommendation The engine block heater installed in Cummins® engines requires:
110-115 volts, A/C current
It is recommended to use at least a 15 amp circuit
A grounded 3-prong extension cord is required
The engine block heater is a 750 watt heating element, which will draw 6.5 to 7 amps.
The 5.9L diesel engine has the block heater located on the right side of the engine below the exhaust manifold next to the oil cooler (1).
The block heater is screwed into the block at 75 N·m (55 ft. lbs.).
If your truck did not come with the heater cord it can be purchased from the Dealer or from several after market locations
