Change Car Glow Plugs Dacia Duster
Change Car Glow Plugs
| Estimated time | 0h45 |
|---|---|
| Estimated labour cost | ~75£ |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Vehicles |
Duster I 2010-2018 11
Duster II 2018-2025 11
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What is the role of Dacia Duster glow plugs?
Glow plugs are used in diesel engines to preheat the combustion chamber before starting, particularly in cold weather. Unlike petrol engines that use spark plugs to ignite the fuel, diesel engines rely on compression ignition. Modern glow plugs also remain active after starting to reduce emissions and noise during the warm-up phase.
When should you change your Dacia Duster glow plugs?
Generally, glow plugs last between 80,000 and 160,000 km. Symptoms of failing glow plugs include: difficulty starting in cold weather, white or grey exhaust smoke on start-up, rough idle during warm-up, the glow plug warning light remaining illuminated, and increased fuel consumption.
How do I know if the Dacia Duster glow plugs need changing?
Via the EOBD diagnostic system, faulty glow plugs will trigger fault codes (typically P0380–P0384 for glow plug circuit faults). Individual glow plug resistance can be measured with a multimeter (typically 0.5–2 ohms for a good plug).
Is it difficult to change Dacia Duster glow plugs?
Difficulty level 3/5: intermediate. Glow plugs can seize in the cylinder head over time due to heat and corrosion, making removal difficult and risking breakage. Key steps: warm the engine first, apply penetrating oil, use the correct glow plug socket, unscrew carefully (do not force — a broken glow plug requires specialist extraction).
2 models covered
| Model | Year Range | Engines covered | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duster I 2010-2018 | 2010-2018 | 1.2 TCe 115 Petrol (H5F-410), 1.2 TCe 125, -LPG Petrol (H5F-404 (B4)), 1.2 TCe 125, -LPG Petrol (H5F-408 (F4)), 1.5 dCi 110 4x4 Diesel (K9K-858 (R8)), 1.5 dCi 110 Diesel (K9K-658 (G6)), 1.5 dCi 110 Diesel (K9K-666 (G6)), 1.5 dCi 110 Diesel (K9K-856 (R8)), 1.5 dCi 110 FAP 4x4 Die… | Bioethanol (E85), Diesel, LPG, Petrol |
| Duster II 2018-2025 | 2018-2025 | 1.0 TCe 100, -LPG Petrol (H4D-450 (B4)), 1.0 TCe 100, -LPG Petrol (H4D-460 (D4)), 1.0 TCe 90 Petrol (H4D-470 (E4)), 1.0 TCe 95, -LPG Petrol (H4D-480 (F4)), 1.2 TCe 125 Petrol (H5F-408), 1.2 TCe 125, -LPG Petrol (H5F-410 (F4)), 1.3 TCe 130 Petrol (H5H-470 (B4)), 1.3 TCe 130 Petro… | Diesel, LPG, Petrol |
