OBD Guide

U019C

Lost Communication With Glow Plug Control Module 2

Severity
⚠️ Medium
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$28–89 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Difficulty starting the engine (especially in cold weather)
  • Check Engine Light Is On
  • Reduced engine power
  • Extended warm-up time for glow plugs
  • Possible misfires

Causes

  • Open or short circuit in control circuit
  • Malfunction of the glow plug control module
  • Problems with the wiring harness or connectors
  • Faulty glow plug relay
  • Software error in the ECU

How to Fix

  1. Check the integrity of the module control circuit
  2. Inspect connectors and wiring harness for damage
  3. Check the functionality of the control module
  4. Test glow plug relay
  5. Reset the error and check if it returns

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