Glow Plug On-Vehicle Inspection
CHECK GLOW PLUG
Glow Plug -- On-Vehicle Inspection |
Remove the screw grommet.
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| Screw Grommet
|
Measure the resistance of according to the value(s) in the table below.
- Standard Resistance:
Tester Connection
| Condition
| Specified Condition
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Glow plug terminal - Body ground
| 20°C (68°F)
| Approx. 0.95 Ω
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- If the result is not as specified, replace the glow plug.
- NOTICE:
- Be careful not to damage the glow plug pipes, as this may cause an open circuit or shorten the life of the glow plugs.
- Do not allow oil or gasoline to contact the glow plug when cleaning it.
- Clean any oil on the terminal and bakelite washer with a dry cloth.
- Do not apply more than 11 V to the glow plug, as this may cause an open circuit.