Is the glow plug on a Jetta bad?

Is the glow plug on a Jetta bad?

I am trying to buy a 2003 Jetta wagon that the seller claims has a bad glow plug relay. He says the car starts and I assume that this is because the weather is still warm.

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]

Why is my glow plug not working properly?

It may be something as simple as one glow plug burned out or a bad harness. The harness is a frequent cause of trouble with the glow plug system due to the type of connection to the plugs. Sometimes cleaning the connection will fix the problem, but it may require harness replacement.

What causes a flashing GP light on a Jetta?

If he’s getting a flashing GP light it is NOT a GP problem. Could be a brake switch causing it or much more serious problems. Need mo info. Maybe look up a mechanic from the list in your area and have him check it out. I fear the worst. If it was simply a relay, it would be simple for him to replace and avoid the whole discussion.

What happens when you turn off the glow plug light?

It does not stall, but when stepping on the accelerator, all it does is shudder and continue to decelerate. Once we pull over to the shoulder, we turn it off, wait a couple seconds, and turn it back on. It starts up perfectly normal, and will drive just fine for another few weeks.

Why does my Jetta TDI stall on the highway?

Happy Saturday, everyone! My girlfriend’s Jetta TDI has had an on-going issue that only appears very sporadically. While on the highway, the glow plug light begins to flash, the engine loses power, and begins to decelerate. It does not stall, but when stepping on the accelerator, all it does is shudder and continue to decelerate.

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