The pre-heater can rightfully be called one of the most useful inventions of our time. Despite the fact that this part is of great benefit to drivers, it is not very popular in Russia. In this article we will look at what this “unknown” device is in reality, and find out its cost.
Where is the engine preheater installed?
You can install it with your own hands, but at the same time it is worth remembering that the installation of this part requires special skills and knowledge. And it is mounted in the engine compartment, and its exact location relative to the engine may vary depending on the type and make of the car. If you are the owner of a modern "Jap" or "European", then installing a pre-heater with your own hands is as simple as possible, since the manufacturer himself provides for a niche for this device.
Principle of operation
When installing this part is connected to the cooling system, battery power, as well as to the fuel line. The hydronic pre-heater, when interacting with these systems, heats up gasoline (or diesel fuel), due to which the temperature of the coolant rises. The last element passes through the motor and radiator.
After that, the temperature of these parts rises significantly and at sub-zero temperatures the driver receives a warm and warm machine, since when heated, the stove will immediately give out warm air. How long is this process?
On average, in order to fully warm the chilled machine, you need to wait about 5-10 minutes. That is how much time is needed for the prestarting heater to fully function. With your own hands, you do not need anything detail (except that you press the buttons).
What are the fuel costs?
Even the most powerful device will spend no more than 500 milliliters of fuel per hour. It is not difficult to calculate what will be the savings in a week or two of operation of this tool. As for the battery (the heater is also interconnected with it), then an hour from it consumes from 15 to 30 watts of energy.
Price
At the moment, the cost of such a device varies from 20 to 30 thousand rubles. That is how much you will have to give for the model from world European manufacturers. Domestic models are cheaper, but still their level of reliability and functionality leaves much to be desired. At the same time, for the installation of the part (no matter what kind of production it will be), you need to pay another 10-15 thousand. But you can go the other way, installing a pre-heater with your own hands in the car. Then you can significantly save on the service center and other services. Nevertheless, you can install a pre-heater with your own hands only when you are fully convinced of its design and know the installation steps.
And finally, I want to note that buying used parts (the path even they are of foreign manufacture) is also very risky, so if you decide to purchase this accessory, do not save on it and do not trust the “left” manufacturers.