Product Description
The CPP 3313272 CUMMINS 12V FREEZE PLUG HEATER ELEMENT KIT is a direct-fit cold weather starting solution designed for 1989-1998 Dodge Ram 5.9L Cummins 12-valve diesel engines. This heater element installs into the engine block freeze plug location to help warm engine coolant for easier cold-weather starts, reduced engine wear, and improved winter drivability.
Cold temperatures can thicken engine oil, reduce battery performance, and make diesel engines more difficult to start. The CPP 3313272 block heater kit helps maintain engine warmth during freezing conditions, reducing startup strain while improving cab heat and engine efficiency during winter operation.
This complete heater kit is ideal for daily drivers, tow rigs, fleet trucks, agricultural equipment, and work vehicles operating in colder climates.
FEATURES
- Designed for 1989-1998 5.9L Cummins 12V engines
- Direct-fit freeze plug heater element kit
- Improves cold-weather engine starting
- Helps reduce cold-start engine wear
- Warms engine coolant for improved winter operation
- Improves heater performance in cold climates
- Ideal for towing, work trucks, and winter-driven diesel applications
- OEM-style fitment and installation
FITMENT
- 1989-1993 Dodge Ram D/W250 & D/W350 5.9L Cummins 12V
- 1994-1998 Dodge Ram 2500/3500 5.9L Cummins 12V
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Freeze plug heater element
- Power cord
- Installation hardware
- Seal / O-ring
CROSS-REFERENCE & RELATED PRODUCTS
- CUMMINS 3918593 OEM BLOCK HEATER ELEMENT
- CUMMINS 3922072 OEM BLOCK HEATER CORD
- FLEETGUARD WF2071 WATER FILTER
- CUMMINS 3929792 OIL COOLER GASKET
- CUMMINS OEM ENGINE PARTS
WHY INSTALL A BLOCK HEATER?
Diesel engines operating in freezing temperatures can experience difficult starting, increased engine wear, poor fuel atomization, and reduced cabin heat. A freeze plug heater warms the engine coolant and engine block before startup, helping reduce strain on the starter and batteries while improving overall cold-weather operation.
SPECIFICATIONS
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | CPP Diesel |
| Part Number | 3313272 |
| Application | Freeze plug heater element kit |
| Engine Compatibility | 5.9L Cummins 12V |
| Fitment Years | 1989-1998 |
| Installation Type | Freeze plug / block heater element |
| Use | Cold-weather starting assistance |
| Voltage | 120V AC |
| Condition | New |
| Prop 65 | Warning: Cancer and Reproductive Harm — www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. |
FAQ
What does the CPP 3313272 heater kit do?
This freeze plug heater kit warms engine coolant inside the engine block to improve cold-weather starting and reduce engine wear during freezing conditions.
Will this fit all 1989-1998 5.9L Cummins engines?
Yes. This heater element kit is designed for Dodge Ram trucks equipped with the 5.9L Cummins 12-valve diesel engine from 1989-1998.
Does this kit include the power cord?
Yes. The CPP 3313272 kit includes the heater element, power cord, and installation components needed for installation.
Why use a block heater on a diesel engine?
A block heater helps improve cold-weather starting, reduce engine wear, improve heater performance, and reduce stress on batteries and starters during freezing temperatures.
