Powertrain
generic / SAE
P06FA
Glow Plug Control Module 2 Performance
Glow plug control module 1 is electrically intact but does not deliver the expected heating profile - aged drivers, increased contact resistance, or watchdog event.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP0
Range / number6 / FA
Possible causes
- Module response drifted high
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: medium
- DIY: shop recommended
- Estimated cost: 200–800 €
- Estimated time: 1–3 h
- Component: glow plug control module 2
- MIL / check engine light
- emissions-relevant
Sources
References
sae:J2012