Ford Bronco Sport Block Heater Guide
2021–2026
For the Ford Bronco Sport, the most reliable route is the genuine block heater kit from a Ford dealer — the aftermarket application guides don't list a universal element for every engine in this platform. Dealer kits are typically installed in under an hour.
Factory availability
Dealer-installed accessory in Canada on most years and trims
Cord location
Most installs route the cord to the front grille or bumper area, driver's side. Check for an existing coiled cord before buying anything.
Ford Bronco Sportengines & block heater part numbers
Engine list built from Natural Resources Canada model-year data; part numbers cross-referenced against the Zerostart / Phillips & Temro and Kat's application guides. Always confirm displacement and model year before ordering.
| Engine | Years | Zerostart kit | Cord | Kat's heater | Install location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 3-cyl | 2021–2026 | No aftermarket listing — use the genuine Ford dealer kit | |||
| 2L 4-cyl | 2021–2026 | No aftermarket listing — use the genuine Ford dealer kit | |||
Zerostart part numbers: 31/35-prefix = heater kit, 36-prefix = detachable cordset. Kat's: 11xxx = heater element, 28xxx = cordset, 24xxx = pad heater. Install location codes are from the manufacturer's guide (LF = left front of block, RR = right rear, etc.); "position" is the element's clock orientation during install.
First: check whether you already have one
In Canada, block heaters are frequently installed at the port, the dealer, or by a previous owner — and then forgotten. Look for a two- or three-prong plug on a black cord near the grille, bumper, or tow hooks, sometimes still zip-tied from the factory. If you find one, test it before winter with our 5-minute multimeter test.
If you need one installed
A frost plug (cartridge) block heater for the Ford Bronco Sport typically runs $40–$120 CAD for the part, plus shop installation. See installation costs in your city — and book in October, before the first cold snap fills every shop calendar in the Prairies.
FAQ
Does the Ford Bronco Sport come with a block heater?
Dealer-installed accessory in Canada on most years and trims. Check behind the grille for a coiled cord before buying anything — many Canadian-market vehicles have a heater installed that the owner never knew about.
What block heater fits a Ford Bronco Sport?
The recommended setup is a frost plug (cartridge) block heater (typically 400 W). For the Ford Bronco Sport, the most reliable route is the genuine block heater kit from a Ford dealer — the aftermarket application guides don't list a universal element for every engine in this platform. Dealer kits are typically installed in under an hour.
Where is the block heater cord on a Ford Bronco Sport?
Most installs route the cord to the front grille or bumper area, driver's side. Check for an existing coiled cord before buying anything.
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