Installation of Kats Cartridge Block Heater on 2006 Kia Rio 1.6L
Question:
Would you be able to tell me where the cartridge heater is installed on this vehicle and what the instructions are. Thanks
asked by: Steve
Expert Reply:
I checked with Kat's and the Heater Part # KH11812 that you referenced is designed to fit in the cartridge that's in the RR or rear right position. This is the cartridge that is right around the back of the block on the passenger side of the vehicle.
So if you were facing the engine with the hood up it would be the back corner of the engine on the passenger side.
I attached a picture that shows where it is as well.
1) Locate cartridge hole on the engine block.
2) Clean cartridge hole of all debris. Use compressed air.
3) Attach cord to heater.
4) Install heater into the hole. Rotate the clip on the cord to the proper position to secure the heater and cord to the engine block and heater.
5) Route the cord through the grill, using cable ties to prevent the cord from getting in contact with any hot or moving parts.
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Kat's Heaters Custom Fit Engine Block Heater - Cartridge Style - 120V - 400 Watts
- Vehicle Heaters
- Engine Block Heater
- Cartridge Style
- 400 Watts
- Kats Heaters
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