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manifold heater — A system used to improve the cold start behavior of an engine, consisting of heating ducts incorporated into the intake manifold that are connected to the water cooling system of the engine; alternatively, an electric heater may be used. Also see … Dictionary of automotive terms
heater — A device which gives off heat. In automobiles, it heats the interior of the vehicle. In a water cooled engine the coolant is channelled through the heater in the passenger compartment. Some cars used an electric or gasoline heater because they… … Dictionary of automotive terms
manifold — [1] A pipe or number of pipes connecting a series of holes or outlets to a common opening. [2] A device which controls refrigerant flow for system test purposes by means of hand valves which can open or close various passageways connected… … Dictionary of automotive terms
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