Hyundai Elantra Block Heater Guide
1995–2026
Hyundai Canada lists block heaters among its genuine accessories. For Elantras parked outside on the Prairies, it's one of the highest-value options on the sheet.
Factory availability
Dealer-installed accessory in Canada
Cord location
Dealer installs route the cord through the lower grille.
Hyundai Elantraengines & 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L 4-cyl | 1995–2026 | — | — | 11812+ cord 28812 | — |
| 1.8L 4-cyl | 1995–2016 | 3100098(35 MM bore) | 3600006 | 11812+ cord 28812 | 2ND RR(3 o'clock position) |
| 2L 4-cyl | 1999–2026 | 3100111(Cartridge bore) | 3600083 | 11812+ cord 28812 | RR |
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 Hyundai Elantra 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 Hyundai Elantra come with a block heater?
Dealer-installed accessory in Canada. 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 Hyundai Elantra?
The recommended setup is a frost plug (cartridge) block heater (typically 400 W). Hyundai Canada lists block heaters among its genuine accessories. For Elantras parked outside on the Prairies, it's one of the highest-value options on the sheet.
What is the block heater part number for a Hyundai Elantra?
1.6L 4-cyl: Kat's heater 11812 with cord 28812; 1.8L 4-cyl: Zerostart kit 3100098 with cord 3600006 (Kat's 11812); 2L 4-cyl: Zerostart kit 3100111 with cord 3600083 (Kat's 11812). Confirm displacement and model year against the fitment table before ordering.
Where is the block heater cord on a Hyundai Elantra?
Dealer installs route the cord through the lower grille.
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