Glow plug relay
Posted: Wed Jun 03, 2009 8:28 pm
Hi All,
Bongo failed to start for the first time this week. Its a diesel turbo 4wd aft 1995.
I have so far:
Checked feed to glow plug rail using multimeter, zero. ( I'm guessing it should be 12 volts?)
Checked continuity from relay to glow plug rail, seems ok.
Checked feed through relay when switched on, nil.
Took cover off relay and observed action when connected and ignition turned on, nothing.
Checked continuity of relay manualy operating switch, ok.
Refitted relay and manually operated, engine started, a bit lumpy but ran ok.
So I guess its the relay but £70.00, is there a cheaper alternative that any body knows of. Perhaps the Ford Ranger or similar.
All replies gratefully received.
Thanks
Bongo failed to start for the first time this week. Its a diesel turbo 4wd aft 1995.
I have so far:
Checked feed to glow plug rail using multimeter, zero. ( I'm guessing it should be 12 volts?)
Checked continuity from relay to glow plug rail, seems ok.
Checked feed through relay when switched on, nil.
Took cover off relay and observed action when connected and ignition turned on, nothing.
Checked continuity of relay manualy operating switch, ok.
Refitted relay and manually operated, engine started, a bit lumpy but ran ok.
So I guess its the relay but £70.00, is there a cheaper alternative that any body knows of. Perhaps the Ford Ranger or similar.
All replies gratefully received.
Thanks