OTC 3673 Diesel Glow Plug Tester

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While the multimeter can seem daunting because of its many numbers and dials, you only need to use one setting for this test: Ohms. The ohms setting will be denoted by the omega symbol (Ω) resembling a horseshoe. Unless you have an auto-ranging multimeter, you will also be able to set the maximum range for the test. You can always change this during the test if you find you aren’t getting a useful reading,

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If the area around the glow plugs has dirt or build-up, clean it first. Some manufacturers offer special tools (“reamers”) to clean out the bore where the glow plugs are inserted into the cylinder head. These tools clean out carbon build-up inside the combustion chamber or pre-charge chamber, as well as the threads that the glow plug screws into. Codes moteur Mercedes-Benz : 1.5 (OM639), 1.8 et 2.2 (OM651), 2.0 (OM640), 3.0 (OM642), 4.0 (OM629). Once all the plugs are in place, make sure to re-attach connecters. (This does not mean reconnecting the battery just yet). Rinse and repeat for each plug. 7. Place engine cover Today, DENSO offers its product and engineering expertise to the aftermarket, including an all-makes, OEM-quality glow plug program. With fast heat-up times, long-lasting post-heat temperatures and excellent car parc coverage with a simple part reference system, DENSO Glow Plugs are designed to support the aftermarket in every way possible.If one or more of the glow plugs gives an unusually high reading, it should be replaced. However, we suggest that you replace every plug – not just the one that appears to be faulty!

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Before continuing, please make sure you read all parts of this article before attempting any repairs. We recommend having a level of familiarity with engine mechanical and electrical systems and the correct tools to proceed. If you don’t feel confident with this, just nip into your nearest Natrad store for specialist advice! Poor engine power – after a difficult start, bad glow plugs will make it difficult for your car to run properly, due to improper combustion which reduces power and efficiency.There are three main signs that show you that you need to test, and possibly replace, your glow plugs: Pre-heat: increases the temperature of the cylinder charge within the combustion chamber prior to start up. As soon as the glow plug temperature has stabilised after their initial activation, they will be switched via PWM to prevent overheating.

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The heating element in the glow plug is electrified so it heats up and emits visible light (hence the name); Two-phase technology (Type GV) – these glow plugs meet the pre-heating and heating performance requirements of older diesel engines. They deliver reliable cold starting, and a short pre-heating time of 5-7 seconds. If you have found issues with your glow plugs, now we get to the nitty-gritty. How to replace your glow plugs! To test your glow plugs, simply connect a 12-volt test light to the positive battery terminal. Then disconnect the wires from each of your glow plugs and touch the probe of the test light to the terminal of the glow plug itself (not the wiring harness). If the light doesn’t light up, the glow plug is bad and should be replaced.

Almost all customers found that the glow plug tester is high quality, accurate gauge. They say that the glowplug tester can be used on modern high compression diesel engines. Why We Like This: