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Hey i have a problem with my 2002 beetle... i am trying to change the heater cord, but i dont know how,....does anyone know where i can find instructional pictures ?
Heater "core", by some chance? Try a Haynes or similar manual on follow it spot on to get this changed. I'm going to assume that you have a leak around that area....accordianman
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Often it is the end that plugs into the motor that fails as it is subjected to the most heat and vibration. If you can do a OHMs test it will tell you if the actual block heater is Ok. I would just try changing the whole block heater cord and then try to find a friend with a OHMs tester if it still does not work.. If you can follow the cord down with your fingers it is usually not difficult to unplug or re instate.
take the vin number down - call the local dealer and ask of the vehicle even came with one - block heaters are expensive and usually very easy to spot on the front of the engine as this is where you must hook it up. Remember if you do use a block heater you only need to make it work for a couple of hours before you leave - so put it on a cord with a timer and set it as needed.
small paraffin stove under the engine will help start it,but i have no idea where the heater is on the block ,i would imagine its fitted into a core plug hole about half way up the block but what side ??
if installed properly, it should be accesible from the front without opening the hood. Check the grille area, or just under the bumper. If you are sure there is one installed - (not a factory option) look on the side of the engine block for a wire similar to this...
It is installed into the engine core drain plug.
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Hello
If you have a frost plug type heater the cord does unplug from the unit.
if its a in line hose type heater chances are you wont be able to replace just the cord.
Most auto parts stores cary replacement parts
RD
The block heater is already installed in your 6.0. The cord may not be there as it is an option in some states and standard equipment in others. The best way to see if your cord is there is to crawl under and look up by the # 4 cyl and you will either see 2 prongs sticking out for the cord or you will see the cord. The cord should end in the front bumper behind where the front tag would be. If you dont have the cord Id suggest getting it off ebay as it should be cheaper than the dealer. Hope this helps.
Hey steve. Your block heater cord should be in the very front, somewhere in the area behind your bumper/grille area. Also check under the hood on both sides, it will be the only 3 wire grounded cord in there. It may be coiled up also, so look for a coiled up unpluged cord too.
Good luck
Jay
Your block heater cord should be in the very front, somewhere in the area behind your bumper/grille area. Also check under the hood on both sides, it will be the only 3 wire grounded cord in there. It may be coiled up also, so look for a coiled up unpluged cord too. Good luck
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