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U049D Invalid Data Received From Glow Plug Control Module 2

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

U · NetworkIgnitionOBD2

What U049D means

U049D
Invalid Data Received From Glow Plug Control Module 2 Generic · ignition Data confidence 65%

The control module registered the fault condition described as "Invalid Data Received From Glow Plug Control Module 2".

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 U049D

U

Network: communication between control units.

0

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

49D

Specific fault index within the subsystem.

Frequently asked questions about U049D

What does U049D mean?

Invalid Data Received From Glow Plug Control Module 2. The control module registered the fault condition described as "Invalid Data Received From Glow Plug Control Module 2".

Is U049D generic or manufacturer-specific?

U049D is a generic OBD-II code: it has the same meaning on every make and model that follows the SAE standard.

Can TuningBot remove U049D at file level?

Not guaranteed. Powertrain (P) codes can be reliably disabled in the ECU calibration, but body, chassis and network codes depend on the specific control unit and how the fault is implemented - some can be handled, some cannot. Ask for a quote and our engineers will check your file and tell you, free of charge, whether U049D is removable in your case.

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