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Glow Plug Replacement - Bank 1





Glow Plug Replacement - Bank 1

Removal Procedure






1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the right wheelhouse panel. Refer to Wheelhouse Panel Replacement Service and Repair.
3. Remove the glow plug harness nut(s).
4. Remove the harness from the glow plug(s).

Important: If a glow plug is replaced and the tip is missing or burned off, the cylinder head must be removed and all debris must be cleaned out of the cylinder.

5. Remove the glow plug(s).

Installation Procedure






Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

1. Install the glow plug(s).

Tighten
Tighten the plug to 18 Nm (13 lb ft).

2. Install the harness to the glow plug(s).
3. Install the glow plug harness nut(s).

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 1.7 Nm (15 lb in).

4. Install the right wheelhouse panel. Refer to Wheelhouse Panel Replacement Service and Repair.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.