Powertrain
generic / SAE
P269F
Exhaust Aftertreatment Glow Plug Circuit / Open
The aftertreatment glow plug element itself is open. No current flows even with the relay closed.
SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / number6 / 9F
Possible causes
- Glow element burnt out from age or HC overload high
- Corroded terminal at the plug body 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: medium
- DIY: shop recommended
- Estimated cost: 120–600 €
- Estimated time: 0.8–2.5 h
- Component: aftertreatment glow plug
- MIL / check engine light
Sources
References
sae:J2012