OBD-II reference

All 9.533 generic OBD-II codes, explained in detail.

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Powertrain generic / SAE

P06E0

Cylinder 11 Glow Plug Control Circuit Low

The control line for the glow plug on cylinder 11 is shorted to ground or the plug is internally shorted.

SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number6 / E0

Possible causes

  • Control line shorted to ground high
  • Connector pins corroded - high contact resistance low
  • Harness chafing through insulation low

Symptoms

  • Glow plug warning light on (often orange coil symbol)
  • Hard cold start or no start in cold weather
  • White smoke from exhaust during warm-up

Inspection / repair

  • Difficulty: easy
  • DIY: possible
  • Estimated cost: 60–250 €
  • Estimated time: 0.4–1.4 h
  • Component: glow plug cyl 11
  • MIL / check engine light
  • emissions-relevant

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How to read OBD-II codes

The first letter names the vehicle system, the second digit distinguishes generic from manufacturer-specific, the remaining digits group fault area and number.

PPowertrain: engine, transmission, emissions
BBody: chassis trim, comfort, interior
CChassis: suspension, brakes, steering
UNetwork: CAN, control modules, communication