Is there a glow plug warning light on my T6?
Glow Plug Warning Light.? Discussion in ‘ General VW T6 Chat ‘ started by Para J, 19 Apr 2018 . Just coming out of York this morning and the glow plug heater light started flashing. Called VW they said it was ok to drive as no loss of power and no other lights on. Now at home waiting for a VW tech to come and check the Sandy out.
When does the Check Engine light come on on a VW?
Typically you should change your VW spark plugs at the 90,000-mile mark. Volkswagen owners often forget to perform this maintenance and end up with CEL coming on around the 120,000-mile mark. Bad O2 sensors are another common reason VW check engine light comes on.
What are the glow plugs on a VW?
The old VW ones literally had 5 wires on them. Oil pressure sensor, Coolant temp for the gauge, coolant temp for the thermo time switch for Glow Plugs, Fuel cut of solenoid, and the glow plug strap itself. If the timing was set properly and all in good health they go forever.
When does the glow plug light come on?
Your diesel vehicle is equipped with glow plugs, and also with a Glow Plug Light that will either come on and stay on, or flash or blink when a fault is detected by the ECU (engine management unit). When the Glow Plug Light comes on, the ECU stores information about the condition that has caused it to come on.
When does the VW Transporter engine management warning light go out?
Often referred to as the diesel ‘glow plugs’ light The VW Transporter engine management warning light is a pre-heat warning light that goes out when the engine is ready to start.
Is it OK to drive with a glow plug warning light?
Glow Plug Warning Light.? Just coming out of York this morning and the glow plug heater light started flashing. Called VW they said it was ok to drive as no loss of power and no other lights on. Now at home waiting for a VW tech to come and check the Sandy out.
How does glow plug work on Volkswagen TDI?
Oil pressure sensor, Coolant temp for the gauge, coolant temp for the thermo time switch for Glow Plugs, Fuel cut of solenoid, and the glow plug strap itself. If the timing was set properly and all in good health they go forever. But times changed thanks to consumers wanting fuel efficient cars that actually go quick]