New member from Denmark

LeifNJensen · #1 (**permalink**) 07-15-2006, 12:57 PM

I have just bought a Yaris 2 Diesel model. I,m also interested in info about the electric engine heater. My model is not equipped with this heater and to protect the engine in the winter (short trips) I would like to install a heater.

mustang67408 · #2 (**permalink**) 07-15-2006, 05:04 PM

Those of us who deal with the YARIS in The United States do not have any information or access to NON gasoline Yaris vehicles.

I hope someone form another country will be able to assit you.
Sorry

pcosens · #3 (**permalink**) 07-16-2006, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by LeifNJensen

I,m also interested in info about the electric engine heater.

The 1NZFE gas engine in the Cdn/US 2nd Generation Yaris, the Cdn Echo Hatchback (1st gen Yaris) as well as the Scion Xa and Xb uses a proprietary Toyota block heater that slips into a machined hole on the firewall side of the engine block (in the water jacket). Knowing Toyota they will have leveraged this same technology for the Diesel engine as well. Go to your Toyota dealer for their input.

Hope this helps you out . . .

By the way the block heater is extremely effective, makes a huge difference in the cold (05 Echo HB, gas, cold Canadian winters).

Paul

mustang67408 · #4 (**permalink**) 07-17-2006, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by pcosens

The 1NZFE gas engine in the Cdn/US 2nd Generation Yaris, the Cdn Echo Hatchback (1st gen Yaris) as well as the Scion Xa and Xb uses a proprietary Toyota block heater that slips into a machined hole on the firewall side of the engine block (in the water jacket). Knowing Toyota they will have leveraged this same technology for the Diesel engine as well. Go to your Toyota dealer for their input.

Hope this helps you out . . .

By the way the block heater is extremely effective, makes a huge difference in the cold (05 Echo HB, gas, cold Canadian winters).

Paul

Thanks for the GREAT INFO.
I did some research and here's the part number for the block heater for the ECHO/XA/XB/Yaris 1NZFE gasoline engine.

00213-00885 its about $35 (US) +shipping

jeff_o · #5 (**permalink**) 09-23-2006, 11:20 AM

hi all, what is this electric engine heater used for? for warming up the engine during cold season? but what about hot seasons? do they still activate to warm the engines? sorry these might sound stupid but i din't know engines come with heaters

mustang67408 · #6 (**permalink**) 09-23-2006, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by jeff_o

hi all, what is this electric engine heater used for? for warming up the engine during cold season? but what about hot seasons? do they still activate to warm the engines? sorry these might sound stupid but i din't know engines come with heaters

The block heater is used to keep engine coolant warm in cold climates, so the coolant will not freeze and crack the engine block. It also aids the heater in warming you inside the vehicle when first started.

This heater usually takes the place of anengine block freeze plug. It has a cord on it.
You have to plug this cord into an electrical outlet, usually with an extension cord.
During warms months, you just dont plug it in and it does nothing but sit there waiting for winter to arrive.
It can be usually be added if not equipped.

The only stupid question, is one you DON'T ask.

Ask anything you wish, there are alot of smart and well informed people here at TS.

jeff_o · #7 (**permalink**) 09-23-2006, 11:10 PM

wow... i never knew that... the only cars with heater i know are the old diesel engine ones with engine heater... they say it heats up the diesel petrol for quick combustion during cold starts. but i never knew cars have electric heaters... are these only for diesel engines as well?

mustang67408 · #8 (**permalink**) 09-24-2006, 01:01 AM

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Originally Posted by jeff_o

wow... i never knew that... the only cars with heater i know are the old diesel engine ones with engine heater... they say it heats up the diesel petrol for quick combustion during cold starts. They make an electric heater and one that uses coolant to keep the fuel warm for better starts and better acceleration cold but i never knew cars have electric heaters... are these only for diesel engines as well?

The block heaters are for gas or diesel engines. There are companies that make them for many models. It keeps the coolant warm.
I had a 1987 FORD 4x4 ,6 clyinder (gasoline). I added a block heater to it, many years ago, so when I started it in the morning for work, the heater was already blowing warm.
I have seen many toyota gasoline engines with an engine block heater as well as a few diesel. Not to many diesel Toyotas here in the states.

jeff_o · #9 (**permalink**) 09-24-2006, 10:11 AM

wow... that's nice.... that's why some higher end cars have hot air rightaway vs those lower entry levels. oh well i learned somethign today