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Diagnosis - Complaint Related Diagnostic Chart (Preglow System)

Complaint/Problem Possible cause Test step/Remedy 1)
Preglow indicator lamp does not illuminate with glow/starter switch ON, however engine can be started. Preglow indicator lamp.
A1
Preglow indicator lamp does not illuminate, engine can not be started. Voltage supply to preglow control module (N14/2 ) is faulty or preglow control module (N14/2) is defective. 23 3.0
23 27.0
Preglow indicator lamp illuminates for approx. 1 minute while driving. Open circuit at glow plugs. 23 21.0
Preglow indicator lamp illuminates while driving or illuminates intermittantly. Short circuit N14/2
Communication between N3/7 and N14/2 interrupted.
23 19.0
23 20.0
1) Observe Preparation for Test, see 22 .

Note regarding preglow circuit:
A melt-down type fuse is installed in the preglow endstage circuit.
If a short circuit occurs within the glow plugs or a short circuit occurs within the wires to the glow plugs, the circuit within the glow plug endstage is interrupted.
After repair of the shortcircuit, N14/2 must be replaced.
A malfunction of a glow plug is not indicated by the preglow indicator lamp.