What is part number for GM glow plug controller?
What is part number for GM glow plug controller?
Note: There’s a new GM part number for the glow plug controller for pre-2000 trucks. The new GM/AC Delco part number is 12496472. Many GM dealers do not show it as a “glow plug controller”, but as a switch or relay. Well, I tested out my glow plug controller, and the voltage at the glow plugs themselves is 9.8 when the controller is active.
How many glow plugs are in a diesel engine?
Since a diesel engine may have as many as 10 glow plugs, one for each cylinder, you may not notice when one goes bad. But if two, three or more go bad; you will notice the engine has become very difficult to start.
Where are glow plugs located on a Hummer?
The glow plugs are operated by a controller/relay mounted on the rocker cover or intake manifold. The relay is in circuit with the ignition switch and is energized only when the switch is in the Start and Run positions. Turning the ignition switch to Start position allows current to flow through the switch to the controller.
Where are the ground points for glow plugs?
The main two ground points can be found by following the wire that leads from the negative battery terminal into the engine wall or following the wire that leads from the alternator into the engine wall. These wires are attached to bolts. Attach the negative lead onto one of these bolts for grounding.
Note: There’s a new GM part number for the glow plug controller for pre-2000 trucks. The new GM/AC Delco part number is 12496472. Many GM dealers do not show it as a “glow plug controller”, but as a switch or relay. Well, I tested out my glow plug controller, and the voltage at the glow plugs themselves is 9.8 when the controller is active.
Where are the glow plugs located on a Honda Accord?
Each glow plug is threaded into a cylinder head port located just below the injector nozzle. The tip of each plug extends into a pre-chamber which concentrates the fuel/air mixture prior to combustion. The glow plugs are operated by a controller/relay mounted on the rocker cover or intake manifold.
The glow plugs are operated by a controller/relay mounted on the rocker cover or intake manifold. The relay is in circuit with the ignition switch and is energized only when the switch is in the Start and Run positions. Turning the ignition switch to Start position allows current to flow through the switch to the controller.
How much does a glow plug for a diesel engine cost?
They only cost around 10 to 12 bucks each. Tests have shown that the AC-60G is by far the best plug for either the 6.2 or 6.5 diesel engine. These plugs cost around $12.00 each. This plug has a PTC (positive temperature coefficient) dual heating element which is thermally self limiting.
