1JZ-GTE Block Heater

[Sam]

I am going to need to install a block heater on my 1JZ-GTE.

Since a plethora of parts from the 2JZ-GTE can be retro-fitted onto the 1JZ, I simply assume the 2JZ block heater from Toyota will fit my 1JZ. Can anyone confirm this?

Yes, I searched this forum and google feverishly, but could not find the answer I was looking for.

 

[Frankenstien]

I too would like an answer to this question. Would be nice to have the car pre-warmed in the morning.

 

[garagefujimoto]

There should be no reason why the 2JZ block element cannot be installed in the frostplug hole. I'd go for it, in fact I need to do one myself.

 

[Sam]

Ok, I'll make an attempt and tell you guys whether it fits.

I hope it does, or at least the frost plug can be reused it the block heater fails to fit.

 

[jdub]

You do not want to reuse a freeze plug...they are a press fit. Once removed, the oversize of the plug that makes a press fit work is gone. Blowing a freeze plug is bad...all your coolant is gone in seconds.

 

[Sam]

Oh. So your saying that if the 2JZ frost plug isn't the exact size, I've basically just ruined my 1JZ. That's awesome.

I certainly hope it fits.

 

[jdub]

Hey...I'm just the messenger. I didn't tell you to take the plug out.

 

[Sam]

Good news, I found this.

Part number C0140-03400-S2, from Toyota Canada. According to the above thread, this block heater will fit the 1JZ-GTE.

I'm going to phone Toyota on Monday and find out if that block heater is the one I purchased (I simply asked for a 2JZ block heater from Napa, so the part numbers do not match).

 

[Frankenstien]

So did this end up working in the 1JZ?

 

[Sam]

I'll find out tomorrow. The shop will be finished with my car then.

Stay tuned...

 

[Sam]

Part number C0140-03400-S2 will fit in the 1JZ-GTE.