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Old Aug 12, 2012 | 02:46 PM
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Hi, is it possible to install a block heater (frost plug type) in a 93 4.0L without removing anything? I did some google but cant find any good writeup or pictures/video about installing one.
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Old Aug 12, 2012 | 09:42 PM
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You just need to drain the coolant and remove one of the freeze plugs. The block heater installs in the hole where the freeze plug was removed.
On here if you click the small icon it shows installation instructions for the V-6 but it's similar for the 4.0L>->http://www.jeepworld.com/accessories...gineheater.htm
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Old Aug 12, 2012 | 11:38 PM
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Originally Posted by ol"blue
You just need to drain the coolant and remove one of the freeze plugs. The block heater installs in the hole where the freeze plug was removed.
On here if you click the small icon it shows installation instructions for the V-6 but it's similar for the 4.0L>->http://www.jeepworld.com/accessories...gineheater.htm
yes, i know that. But is it possible to remove one of the freeze plug and install a block heater without removing anything else in the engine?
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Old Aug 13, 2012 | 12:06 AM
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Originally Posted by pwb
yes, i know that. But is it possible to remove one of the freeze plug and install a block heater without removing anything else in the engine?
That depends on your mechanical skills. You shouldn't have to remove anything that's attached to the engine, but the room might be limited under there.
Here's a diagram of the 4.0 L engine because I can't find a real picture that shows it very good. (Ignore the sensor notation)

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