Stock Hybrid + engine block heater = poor mans PHEV?

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Old 08-29-2007, 05:20 PM
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This file attachment is the photo of the three parts that were installed in my vehicle. This was in the engine block heater (41H) thread.

I will go out to my car and take a few photos of the engine compartment and post them here for your viewing.
 
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Old 08-29-2007, 05:48 PM
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Here is the photo that gpsman1 (John) was asking about. I believe it shows a component of the three piece engine block heater. See the file attachment.

FYI: I bought my engine block heater (from dealer) for like $180 while WaltPa got his even cheaper.
 
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Old 08-29-2007, 06:10 PM
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The following quote was taken from a document found at
http://www.eaa-phev.org/wiki/Escape_PHEV_TechInfo

Ford's part numbers for the block heater option are 4M6Z-6B018-AA WIRE ASY, F5RZ-6A051-B HEATER ASY, 5M6Z-10B689-AA CHARGER ASY. When the engine block heater is plugged into the 115 Vac, this charger trickle charges the traction battery. This suggests a "poor-man" PHEV solution for the Escape Hybrid provided the charger will fill the battery; it might only charge when the HV battery reaches a low SoC.
I just had the block heater installed on my 08 MMH. The charger assembly
is not available for the 08 FEH & MMH. The charger assembly is available for
07 vehicles and earlier.

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Old 08-29-2007, 06:22 PM
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Yeah, but I was responsible for that part of the Wiki post!

I know who wrote it, and he put it in the Wiki based on the part number info I gave him.
He does not actually have one.
 

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Old 08-29-2007, 06:59 PM
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Default Re: Stock Hybrid + engine block heater = poor mans PHEV?

wow can you just use the charger part or do you have to instal the heater?
 
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Old 08-29-2007, 07:20 PM
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gpsman1,
That PHEV document is nice piece of work and some great information.
I read your post about the "5 passenger, 140mpg..." and if I had the
bucks I'd be first in line for the mod.

I'm following with interest you're rally ideas for the western states. I'd be
interested in meeting you someday over a cup of coffee.

Gary C
 

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Old 08-29-2007, 07:45 PM
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It is unlikely I am going to get any answers from the dealership that installed my engine block heater--mostly because I am 840 miles from my home. A better thought is to ask my local Ford Service's Department the questions you are seeking. Too bad I didn't know of this PHEV stuff and questions we are seeking prior to having the engine block heater installed as that would have been the time to ask a few questions.

I want a outside temperature monitor that is displayed all the time. I might purchase a Ford rearview mirror (if I can find one at the right price) with a temperature monitor and have my local Ford Service Department install this. The Gentek mirrors should be cheaper but will the Ford service Department install it?

Was the slight drop in HV battery due to the demands placed upon it by useage of the Scan Gauge II? Has anyone heard when the updated Scan Gauge (III?) will be available?
 
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Old 08-30-2007, 06:05 AM
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Originally Posted by Gary C
I just had the block heater installed on my 08 MMH. The charger assembly
is not available for the 08 FEH & MMH. The charger assembly is available for
07 vehicles and earlier.
Wow, now that is interesting subtle change for '08.
 
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Old 09-09-2007, 09:31 PM
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Better photos comparing the stock hybrid with one that has the engine block heater installed. Look at the file attachment.

Will report back after I get my vehicle serviced for the battery harness recall.
 
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Old 09-09-2007, 09:41 PM
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Default Re: Stock Hybrid + engine block heater = poor mans PHEV?

Originally Posted by Billyk
FYI: I bought my engine block heater (from dealer) for like $180 while WaltPa got his even cheaper.

So where did WaltPA get his?...winter is round the corner here, and my FEH is parked outside
 


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