Glow plugs

Turning the ignition key to MAR, the warning light on the dial comes on and goes

Turning the ignition key to MAR, the warning light on the dial comes on and goes off when glow plugs reach the preset temperature. Start the engine immediately after warning light switching off.

IMPORTANT With high ambient temperature, warning light stays on for very short time.

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