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Old Feb 19, 2007, 05:49 AM
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Block Heater - How To Tell If It's Working?
Hey All,
I live in Northern Canada and I've been having some troubles starting my car in the morning when it's -20C to -40C outside.
I've also been plugging my car in and it still doesn't start on some days. (most days)

Does anyone know how I can check if my block heater is even working?

There any lights somewhere or something I could check?

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Old Feb 19, 2007, 07:51 AM   #2  
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Use an infrared thermometer, point it at the engine block, and check its temperature. I would use full synthetic oil, if I lived in Northern Canada. Amsoil 5W-30 (ASL) pours at -51 degrees C and Mobil 1 EP 5W-30 pours at -47 degrees C.
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Great stuff.
I'll give that oil a shot.
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