It was a cold morning in Minnesota—well below zero. After waiting for the glow plugs, the Sprinter finally fired up.
Will a Sprinter start below zero? Maybe. But anyone who has started a diesel in extreme cold knows that a cold start isn't exactly easy on the engine. Cold oil, poor combustion, and additional soot production are all reasons to consider preheating your engine before starting.
That's where the FrostHeater Sprinter Engine Heater comes in.
The FrostHeater system is designed to actively circulate heated engine coolant through the Sprinter's cooling system.
Unlike conventional heaters that simply heat coolant in one location, FrostHeater uses an integrated electric pump to physically circulate the warmed coolant throughout the engine.
This active circulation is an important part of the system's design.
There are generic convection and thermo-siphon style heaters that rely on natural coolant movement. Because they don't actively pump the coolant, they may not provide the same level of thorough engine preheating.
FrostHeater took a different approach.
Heat the coolant. Pump the coolant. Warm the engine.
Finding an effective engine-heating solution for the Sprinter isn't always easy. That's why FrostHeater developed a dedicated system specifically for the Sprinter platform.
The result is a compact, purpose-designed heater with an actual circulation pump built into the heater unit.
Preheating your engine can help reduce the harshness of an extreme cold start and provide a warmer engine before you hit the road.
FrostHeater has been developing engine-heating solutions for more than 25 years, including systems trusted by Volkswagen TDI owners.
After years of experience with diesel engine heating, FrostHeater brought that expertise to the Sprinter platform and developed a dedicated solution for Sprinter owners facing cold-weather starts.
We are proud to offer FrostHeater products as a distributor, bringing this proven heating technology to Sprinter owners who need a reliable way to preheat their engines in cold weather.
If you operate your Sprinter in freezing or sub-zero temperatures, a FrostHeater can give your engine a warm head start before you turn the key.
Advantages:
-Your engine will start like it's the middle of Summer!
-Reduced tailpipe smoke at start up
-Reduced smoke means LONGER DPF life! Our kit pays for itself with this benefit alone!
-Less wear and tear on the engine and starting components
-Increased Starter life (Sprinter starters aren't cheap at $250!)
-Increased Glow Plug life (Set of 6 glow plugs are over $100 just for the parts!)
-Increased Battery life (German batteries aren't cheap!)
-Reduced warm up idle time
-A warm engine uses less fuel
-Enjoy Cabin Heat sooner
-Defrost ice and frost off the windows sooner for safer vision
-Works great with your Bio Diesel or Waste Vegetable Oil Conversion!
-Easy to install - 1 to 2 hours on average
-Custom fit for 2007 thru 2022 Sprinter Van NCV3 & VS30 with the 3.0L OM642 V6 diesels
-Compact, about the size of two 12oz soft drink cans
-Factory appearance when installed
-Quality heater and Major Hose suppliers like Gates, Continental, and Dayco
-Custom Hoses for exact fit (Both upper & lower are specific to your year and model diesel)
-Rub Protection on the hoses for longevity specific to your year and model diesel
-Custom Bracket specific to your year and model diesel
-Thermostatically controlled prevents over-heating
-Kit comes fully-assembled, ready to install
-Kit comes with an extra long cord to help reach the driver's side front bumper, but the cord can be routed to your choosing. Purchase the optional bumper plug for the ultimate plug-n-play solution
FrostHeater Details:
• Diesel Engine Coolant Heater Kit is custom fit for Sprinter vans with the 3.0L OM642 diesel engine. The 1000 WATT tank heater circulates coolant throughout the engine for QUICKER STARTS AND HEAT SOONER!* (Diesel owners know how long it takes to get heat!)
• Benefits include: reducing wear on the glow plugs, starter and battery, and increasing life of your DPF! Oil pan heaters only heat the oil, lower hose heaters are lame and don't work anyway.
• The kit is compact in size, comes pre-assembled with all necessary parts, hoses, and mounting bracket, to install the heater in an afternoon. Just add your own coolant and time.
• These are brand new heaters engineered to fit exclusively the 2007 thru 2022 Sprinter vans NCV3 & VS30 with the 3.0L OM642 diesel engine. The heater is about the size of two 12oz soda pop cans, and fits nicely under the hood.
• The kit fits like a glove, and has good clearance around the heater even when installing the unit. It will have a factory appearance when installed. We've had people say our kits have always looked factory installed.
• Frost Heater kit ensures a correct installation and operation.
