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P06E5 Glow Plug Control Module 1 Performance

Generic (OBD-II) interpretation in the TuningBot DTC database.

P · PowertrainIgnitionOBD2

What P06E5 means

P06E5
Glow Plug Control Module 1 Performance Generic · ignition Data confidence 65%

The control module judged the Glow Plug Control Module 1 behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions.

Symptoms

  • Hard cold starting possible
  • MIL or glow indicator active
  • Possible white smoke at cold start

Possible causes

  • One or more glow plugs open circuit
  • Glow plug control module fault
  • Wiring or connector fault

Recommended checks

  • Measure individual glow plug resistance
  • Check control module output and supply
  • Inspect wiring and connectors

Related and nearby codes

How to read P06E5

P

Powertrain: engine, transmission and driveline systems.

0

Generic SAE-standard code: same meaning on every make.

6E5

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about P06E5

What does P06E5 mean?

Glow Plug Control Module 1 Performance. The control module judged the Glow Plug Control Module 1 behaviour implausible for the current operating conditions.

Is P06E5 generic or manufacturer-specific?

P06E5 is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.

Can TuningBot remove P06E5 at file level?

If the fault logic lives in the ECU calibration, yes: our DTC Removal file service disables the specific fault entry and, where the ECU needs it, corrects the checksum too. Not sure whether your case qualifies? Request a free assessment and our engineers will check your ECU file.

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