Powertrain
generic / SAE
P263F
Glow Plug Control Module 2 Over Temperature
The second glow plug control module reports over-temperature. Sustained current draw or insufficient cooling has driven the module above its rated temperature.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / number6 / 3F
Possible causes
- One glow plug shorted to ground forces module overcurrent high
- Cooling air channel blocked by debris medium
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: hard
- DIY: shop recommended
- Estimated cost: 300–1800 €
- Estimated time: 1.5–4.5 h
- Component: glow plug module 2
- Component: glow plugs
- MIL / check engine light
Sources
References
sae:J2012