The supplemental cabin heater only operates when
the engine is running, the mileage exceeds 8 kilome-
ter (5 mph) and the fuel tank volume exceeds 1/8 of a
tank. The supplemental heater control module moni-
tors blower speed and combustion during its start-up.
The cabin heater should operate if the coolant tem-
perature is below 40É C (104É F).
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL
SYSTEM
The automatic temperature control (ATC) system
will activate the supplemental cabin heater based on
engine coolant temperature and interior component
settings. The cabin heater can operate in a full or
partial load range as well as an idle mode all depen-
dent on the engine coolant temperature. The cabin
heater will also turn off if the A/C-heater tempera-
ture control is lowered to less than the lower set
point. The cabin heater can take up to three minutes
to completely shut down when either the heater tem-
perature is set below the lower set point or the vehi-
cle ignition is shut down.
NOTE: Do not apply a strong vacuum source such
as a garage ventilation system directly on the sup-
plemental cabin heater exhaust line. Too strong of a
vacuum can prevent the supplemental cabin heater
from starting. If required, place the vacuum source
at least 75 mm (3 in.) away from the exhaust line.
The supplemental cabin heater only operates when
the engine is running, the mileage exceeds 8 kilome-ter (5 mph) and the fuel tank volume exceeds 1/8 of a
tank. The supplemental heater control module moni-
tors blower speed and combustion during its start-up.
The cabin heater should operate if the coolant tem-
perature is below 40É C (104É F).
WARNING
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE THE DIESEL SUP-
PLEMENTAL CABIN HEATER IN AN ENCLOSED
AREA SUCH AS A GARAGE THAT DOES NOT HAVE
EXHAUST VENTILATION FACILITIES. ALWAYS VENT
THE CABIN HEATER EXHAUST WHEN OPERATING
THE CABIN HEATER. ALLOW THE DIESEL SUPPLE-
MENTAL CABIN HEATER TO COOL BEFORE PER-
FORMING ANY SERVICE PROCEDURES TO THE
CABIN HEATER. VERIFY THAT ALL DIESEL SUP-
PLEMENTAL CABIN HEATER FUEL LINES ARE
SECURELY FASTENED TO THEIR RESPECTIVE
COMPONENTS BEFORE PERFORMING ANY SER-
VICE PROCEDURES TO THE CABIN HEATER. FAIL-
URE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTION MAY
RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING
SUPPLEMENTAL CABIN HEATER
Refer to the Symptoms Diagnosis table for basic
checks of the diesel fueled supplemental cabin heater.
SYMPTOMS DIAGNOSIS
Symptom Possible Causes
Smell of diesel fuel. Check cabin heater system integration in vehicle's fuel system. Check
fuel lines for leakage, kinks or obstructions. If OK, Inspect the inlet
muffler, drain as necessary. Re-test the cabin heater and re-inspect.
Inspect the exhaust tube and cabin heater for the presence of external
fuel. If presence of external fuel is observed on the heater unit or in the
exhaust tube or after draining and testing. Remove the cabin heater
from vehicle and repair or replace components as required.
Heater does not achieve full load
operation.Check cabin heater operation with DRBIIITscan tool and replace
components as required.
Continuous white smoke from heater
exhaust during combustion operation.Check cabin heater operation with DRBIIITscan tool and replace
components as required. White smoke is typical in extreme weather
conditions.
Heater can not be switched off. Check cabin heater operation with DRBIIITscan tool and replace
components as required.
Heater does not operate. Diagnosis cabin heater control module using the DRBIIITscan tool and
the procedures listed in Vehicle Performance under Cabin Heater
Diagnosis in Group 18.
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