Toyota Tacoma Block Heater Guide
1996–2026
Popular in every cold corner of the country. Genuine and aftermarket cartridge elements are available for the 3.5L V6 and the newer turbo four.
Factory availability
Dealer-installed accessory in Canada
Cord location
Cord typically routed to the front bumper area.
Toyota Tacomaengines & 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl | 1996–2026 | 3100154(Cartridge bore) | 3600150 | 11813+ cord 28813 | LR |
| 2.7L 4-cyl | 1996–2020 | 3100154(Cartridge bore) | 3600150 | 11481+ cord 28400 | LR |
| 3.4L 6-cyl | 1996–2004 | — | — | 11482+ cord 28400 | — |
| 4L 6-cyl | 2005–2015 | — | — | 11813+ cord 28813 | — |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | 2016–2023 | — | — | 11813+ cord 28813 | — |
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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma?
The recommended setup is a frost plug (cartridge) block heater (typically 400 W). Popular in every cold corner of the country. Genuine and aftermarket cartridge elements are available for the 3.5L V6 and the newer turbo four.
What is the block heater part number for a Toyota Tacoma?
2.4L 4-cyl: Zerostart kit 3100154 with cord 3600150 (Kat's 11813); 2.7L 4-cyl: Zerostart kit 3100154 with cord 3600150 (Kat's 11481); 3.4L 6-cyl: Kat's heater 11482 with cord 28400; 4L 6-cyl: Kat's heater 11813 with cord 28813; 3.5L 6-cyl: Kat's heater 11813 with cord 28813. Confirm displacement and model year against the fitment table before ordering.
Where is the block heater cord on a Toyota Tacoma?
Cord typically routed to the front bumper area.
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