OBD Guide

P06D0

Cylinder 12 Glow Plug Incorrect

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Limited driving only, diagnose soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–278 (est.)

Symptoms

  • V12 engine cold starting problems
  • White smoke when starting and warming up
  • Unstable engine operation
  • Check Engine light on
  • Increased fuel consumption in winter

Causes

  • Worn or broken glow plug filament for cylinder 12
  • Damage to control circuit wiring
  • Oxidation of the glow plug connector
  • Glow plug control module failure
  • Low battery voltage

How to Fix

  1. Read and record all fault codes
  2. Gain access to cylinder 12 glow plug (partial disassembly may be required)
  3. Measure the resistance of the glow plug and compare with the norm
  4. Check the wiring of the spark plug control circuit for open circuit and short circuit.
  5. If necessary, consider a comprehensive replacement of all glow plugs
  6. Check the supply voltage and functionality of the spark plug control module

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