Dodge Sprinter Glow Plugs, removal made easy

If you have stuck, frozen, or seized glow plugs in a 2.7 turbo diesel - Dodge Sprinter, watch this video. Thumbs up and comments would be very appreciated. PLEASE SUBSCRIBE! I make fast/ez & informative videos about EVERY year make and model when I know it will help others

[@riderarn]

Wow, thank you so much for making this video! I would have never done this without your advice, and the mechanic quoted us a fortune. Turned out super easy to do it! You're the man!!

[@chimoslocksmith]

Thanks again I just did my second sprinter you are the Best 🎉😊

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Thanks much. Be well :)

[@MarkZinkel]

This is the clearest and best video I've found on T1N Sprinter glowplugs. Thank you. I have confidence to do it myself now.

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Mark Zinkel - Thanks buddy!

[@talisozols8707]

I was able to get the connectors on my 2005 Dodge Sprinter off with just needle nose pliers. Might not work for everyone, but I was just real careful that I had it over the tabs, squeezed lightly, then pulled straight up and they came off no issue. Thanks for the helpful video!

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Thx for your kind words

[@ions82]

Great trick with the hose pliers! I am about to do my plugs, and I can already tell that those plastic caps would've kicked my ass. This one video has probably saved people tens of thousands of dollars and countless hours.

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Hey Ions82. Thx so much! Best of luck buddy :)

[@jacksonvillereclaimedwood6709]

Great video! Short and to the point without a stupid sound track. Thank you very much. Don

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Thx to you as well for kind words

[@octorsep]

Thank you for the great video. I'll try that this week on my 08 v6.

[@jacksonvillereclaimedwood6709]

Great video! I was dreading changing my glow plugs until I watched this video. It was easy just like you said! Nice!!!

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Jacksonville Reclaimed Wood Thx A lot!

[@walterbringman3746]

Really great description of Sprinter glow plug R&R process by a service pro.

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Walter Bringman - Thanks so much. Very much appreciate!

[@timbell1415]

Thanks for the tips. I will attempt mine this week.

[@hiscreation8129]

Real good, straight forward video, thanks! Any T1N sprinter info is greatly, greatly appreciated.

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Thx!

[@chimoslocksmith]

Great video I just change my glow plugs just following your instructions 🤘😜✌🏻👍 little advice I marínate the glow plugs for 3 weeks Whit kroil and liquid wrench like butter

[@AutomotiveEZ]

You did a great job. The Marinate was great idea! 😁😁😁😁Be well brother

[@glengray1798]

LG, I cannot express enough how much I appreciate your help on replacing the glow plugs. I suffered for many years without my glow plugs because I had previously read that removal was too dangerous and should not even be attempted. With your help it took me about an hour! I would love to buy you a beer via PayPal. Please give me your email. God bless!

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Glen Gray - Thank you so much. If you’re happy and pulled it off - I’m happy too!

[@settingfree]

Excellent video, clearly and precisely explained thanks :)

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Thanks!

[@Saro-gd1sr]

Good to know. Thanks for the tip

[@lapucrenovationsllchomeren1676]

I thank you for making this video

[@UnboxFlix]

Thanks for posting your work and experience for us!

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Unbox Flix - Thx for watching :) Glad to help

[@patrickw8302]

You are the man ! Thank you and please make more videos !

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Thanks so much!

[@henrydeschamps2446]

Thanks man, good informative vid!

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Henry Deschamps: Appreciate that. Thx :)

[@odiberzbn]

Thank you very much ,

[@AutomotiveEZ]

odiberzbn Thx much!

[@crashedking1931]

Thank you I like cut and dry.

[@AutomotiveEZ]

You’re welcome 😊

[@TheLtrentlage]

Is there any videos or links on removing these on an 08 3.0 liter engine? I have check engine and glow plug light on, I would like to replace plugs and module.

[@stag7882004]

Thank you!

[@AutomotiveEZ]

:)

[@mark4tucker]

Thanks brother

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Welcome!

[@brandonkuhaneck3737]

How would you replace the glow plug connector? The plastic piece on my 5th cylinder has snapped but it seems the glow plug is still intact and functional, but the bushing or connector that has the wire attached to it has broken. Any ideas or recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Hey - most German car makers do NOT sell wiring "pigtail connectors" for repairs - but US Automakers do. Especially GM. Anyway, the German Auto Makers want to sell an entire harness. 9015403107 is part # for entire sprinter harness. It's over $500. I suggest finding a good mechanic in your area that does electrical - like me. He can fix harness. An improvised terminal end(s) spliced in will work. On other hand - if your existing wiring is OK - Just insulate it. Elec. Tape or a rubber insulator. Because it sounds like just the plastic part broke off.

[@vincentrolfe1384]

Does software for the 2006 2500 Sprinter identify which glow plug is at fault (1 of 5) for poof performance after initial starting for those 20-30 seconds that heat the chamber fuel and lowers emissions and lets motor run more smoothly?

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Most scan tools will communicate with most vehicles but only give basic info when compared to a factory level tool. Glow plugs often DO SET CODES. If so, YES it shows the problem cylinder # or #'s. However, wiring and other items are supposed to be checked as well.

[@MG-vv5sc]

Do i have to take head of if i brake-twist glow spark?Or can i ignore and drive with broken spark? Thank you for answer.

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Sometimes - if the plug does break off - it can be extracted w/ head on engine. Sometimes head has to be removed. I do not recommend driving w/ a bad glow plug - although it is possible to do so

[@aftabJatt]

Where can you buy long reach hose clamp plier or what else can we use to remove the cap

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Aftab - just Google ‘Long Reach Hose Pliers” and here is one link that may help. I buy Snap On but no need for you to spend that kinda money. See this -> www.harborfreight.com/3-piece-long-reach-hose-grip-pliers-37909.html?cid=paid_google%7C%7C%7C37909&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIi_Dc4vC87gIViuezCh1WswH3EAQYASABEgJVqvD_BwE

[@maxzoom999]

Nice video thank you. Just a couple questions; At 1:52 "retighten it bring it down a little" on the wrench don't you have to switch the lever on the wrench to retighten it? Maybe using a torque wrench would be better for some of us?

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Yes you have to switch the wrench direction - I was simply illustrating and explaining. Torque wrench only needed to tighten not loosen

[@andreynium8758]

Do u know how the layout of glow plugs goes and where would the 3 cylinder be?

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Front of vehicle to back - is Cyl #1 in very front and then cyl 2 after, and so on, in numerical order - as with most any INLINE 4/5/6 cyl

[@BMan-up3qj]

Hey great video I have 2005 sprinter and my check engine light has been coming on and off and did get it checked and code said faulty glow plug . my truck starts fine but when engine is cold going from 0 to 40 the engine chugs like crazy but once I hit the highway it's fine and once it's warmed up its totally fine . would the glow plugs be causing this ?

[@nautamaran]

Yes. You've likely got some smoke too? Glow plug initiates ignition in the cold cylinder during start and warmup, so a faulty plug results in a loss of power and unburned fuel dumping into the exhaust (where it mixes with hot exhaust from other cylinders and partially burns). Swapping in a new set of glow plugs will improve cold weather starts and warmup performance.

[@vincentrolfe1384]

I changed a leaking #2 cylinder fuel injector copper seat washer on my '06 2500 5 cylinder. Upon restart it was quiet and smooth running. I let it warm up for 8 minutes and started to drive away and there was a sizeable amount fuel coming from a 10MM dia. black rubber hose on the drivers side coming from somewhere under the intake manifold? could not find the source. Removed the black plastic cover over the fuel injectors and that area was dry and saw no leaks. What do you think the problem is? Thanks

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Sorry, for late reply, I just noticed this post now as you had posted it so long ago.. But common "mystery leaks" on Diesel Engines are from broken or damaged return lines or broken or damaged mechanical fuel pressure regulators. Sometimes injectors leak internally back into return line as well.

[@obloc72]

how often should this be done? i have 2006 with 42k. thanks great video.!

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Best to change them every 50k to avoid the "sticking in head" issues

[@pjzimmerlink1777]

Ever done a 2003? almost impossible to get to the plugs. Any suggestions?

[@AutomotiveEZ]

+pj zimmerlink Hey PJ - the Sprinter in this video is an '05 and I do believe it was the same truck from 98-07

[@Saro-gd1sr]

I did find the problem.... It was a broken wire near the fuel filter. I'll soon be replacing all the glow plugs now. That's for the tip.

[@AutomotiveEZ]

+Saro91202 No problem at all and thanks for watching. Best of luck to ya and just take your time. Patience generally pays off on German Engines

[@rubenassandri9389]

Just got a 2005 sprinter and had is serviced. The mechanic could not remove the glow plugs. He left them soaking overnight in penetrating fluid, but the are moving. He used a particular vibrating gun on them, but still no movement. Any advice please?

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Ruben Assandri As my video advises. Drive the vehicle. Get that engine real hot. Shut it off. Try to remove plugs as it is on cool down stage. If the head is cold they will break

[@hill161]

any advice on removing a broken plug cloest to fire wall?

[@AutomotiveEZ]

A broken glow plug? If that is what you mean you should have a professional mechanic look at the situation for you. It is not something I can do unless I was there in person. Worse case scenario is cylinder head removal but there are other things you can try first. Again… find a solid diesel tech if you broke a glow plug

[@joelremmo74]

Don't know if anyone on here would know the answer to this, but on my 06 I'm getting P0675-P0671 codes. Says it's an open in all of glow plug circuits. Not sure if this would be an issue with the actual glow plugs or if the issue is elsewhere. Thanks for any help in advance.

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Joel - a lot of times that is a break (an open) in the glow plug wiring harness or even the control module itself. Check all wiring and connectors if possible. Most glow plug harnesses are replaceable with a factory harness. It’s usually a sub harness under hood so it can be plug and play. But not always

[@ChristopherJames4]

Vehicle won’t start in cold weather because glow plug(s) are bad and need replaced… how do you warm up the engine?

[@AutomotiveEZ]

I warm engine first and remove on cool down. Not too hot not too cold

[@Saro-gd1sr]

Have you ever came across a sprinter that has no pick up and won't go over 65mph? I was told it was a frayed wire in the harness going through the firewall. Any info would be greatly appreciated thanks.

[@AutomotiveEZ]

+Saro91202 Yup - check the air charge temp sensor and wiring on air box and also the EGR valve can cause this as well. Very common on this diesel engine

[@fatosprelvukaj]

Do smoke test first.i changed turbo resonator and egr valve,no success,did smoke test...turned out it was intake hose cracked.bought it for 120 replaced it in 30 min boom problem fixed

[@raymondebbeler7546]

Great video I was given an estimate over the phone for a $1200 service charge for replacing the glow plugs at an authorized Dodge Sprinter van dealer. Now I know better not to go to the dealer but can I rely on an independent garage to work with a MB engine or would I need to go to a foreign vehicle specialist since I am all thumbs when it comes to mechanics? I also would have been charged $25 for this information. So I value your expertise

[@skysteppes]

Raymond Ebbeler do it yourself, mechanics don't care about your vehicle and might break the glow plug and then they will charge 2 grand to pull head and replace . you care and so you will do a good job. I hired a Sprinter "specialist" but he broke my glow plug because he was in a hurry . that was two years ago and I have been driving around with no glow plugs ever since.

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Thanks so much - hate to say this - but many glow plugs cost as little as $8-10 per plug for the shop to purchase. The labor can be tricky but the GPlugs are very simple and cheap

[@print4apet207]

So when you tighten, how tight ? I just did super snug with same size ratchet I see you using, I got lucky and the person that put them in used anti seize so zero issues on mine !

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Rene Bruzz - if you look up torque spec. It is light. Hand tight is ok. Spec is 8.8 ft lbs

[@print4apet207]

Thanks! So I replaced it, and no light for a day, now light on again, grrrr... what could be killing off the glow plug ? It's #1 any ideas....?

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Rene Bruzz - The glow plug module can be faulty. And make sure glow plug connectors are ok - tight and no corrosion. No worn insulation etc

[@time.528]

Gonna try it. A little scared as this is my only work van

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Just go slow! Do not force anything my brother

[@mattwolynetz6539]

I'm getting a check engine light for bad glow plugs on my 2006 Sprinter.....how many glow plugs are there? How much do they cost? Do you recommend doing this repair for a novice like me? Seems like it would be easy to do...my Mercedes dealers wants almost a $1000.00 to change out my glow plugs...wtf!

[@EmileVoyer]

Matt Wolynetz There's 5 glow plugs (5 cylinders on these 2.7L) You can buy them all for around 100$, take the Bosch, no chinese shit on eBay. The special tool (glow plug pliers) cost about 140$ at any Mercedes dealer (special tool #9286) and they will ask you 1000$ or even more because of the risk to break the head and get the glow plug stock in the cylinder ... Big job to get them out a this point ... :P Be careful if you do it yourself !!

[@divedeeepr]

memo111115 Thanks for this....my good friend and mechanic for 30 plus years is advising me on my Sprinter now...I have dumped the local Mercedes dealer as I believe they are dishonest. My guy says my glow plugs are good via his computer tester and that I need to change out the glow plug module, part #904-304 made by Dorman, how difficult is it to change this module out? What's involved? Could this module be bad and the glow plugs good? And since my Sprinter is a 2006 with 190,000 miles on it, should I be changing out the glow plugs anyway? I am really concerned about them breaking off and did have difficulty starting my van on cold days this past winter. Thanks for your help.

[@AutomotiveEZ]

+Matt Wolynetz 5 plugs all together.. If the glow plugs cooperate - go for it. Follow this video closely. If any feel super tight or start to feel "twisty" under your socket - seek out a local diesel expert with Benz experience

[@AutomotiveEZ]

+Urban Hunter TV Delaware Not hard the module is located right under the hood on one of the air intake tubes and bolts in and out - plus the wire connectors as well. You should have a scanner handy to clear all the old codes out of PCM after install. These modules are not horrible for reliability but they fail nonetheless. I suggest all brand new glow plugs first as a shorted one can "fry" the module.

[@KayaLindsay]

Thank you so much for making this video! I'm working to remove cylinder 3. After reading a few forums, I decided to put some PB blaster around the 'well' of the plug before trying to pull it out and letting it soak for a few days. One of my friends called me freaking out suggesting that if any amount of PB blaster gets into the engine it could really mess up my van. Is this true? You seem to spray the stuff into the hole once the plug has cracked loose. I'm trying to save myself a few hundred dollars and not destroy my engine! Any help would be appreciated. Thank you!

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Kaya Lindsay - Kaya - you have no worries. If one table spoon of PB Blaster gets in cylinder you will NOT Hydrolock engine. You won’t hurt anything. I do this every day for 37 yrs. I’m ASE Master Certified. I know a few things. If you watch my video nothing is over done. That includes the PB Blaster :)

[@KayaLindsay]

@@AutomotiveEZ Thank you! That's what it looked like to me. I'm relatively new to this so I'm doing lots of research. Your video was super helpful and very straight forward. I appreciate you taking the time to respond!

[@KayaLindsay]

@@AutomotiveEZ I got the plug out just fine! Thank you for your help! Do you recommend putting some kind of anti-seize grease on the new glow plug? I have read a lot of conflicting information on this so far. Thanks for your help again!

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Kaya Lindsay - Hey again. Yes just a small “dab” of either silver or copper anti-seize is fine. Just a small qtip size dab on one side of threads will work. No need to cover the threads by hand. Too much is not a good thing but a smidge never causes issues and helps prevent a seized up plug down the road

[@KayaLindsay]

AutomotiveEZ you are a godsend! Thanks!

[@ulricrousseau]

Thanks for the info. Where are you located? Would you do this job for me?

[@AutomotiveEZ]

Send me a private message if you'd like

[@ulricrousseau]

Would love to send you a PM but I think you didn't authorize em or can't find it. Send me one and I will reply of course. Anyway. Can you answer this quickly please. I tried a 2007 sprinter today. A little beat up on the outside. about 250,000 miles. I have never driven a sprinter before, so i am not sure, but I think the turbo didn't work or kick in. when I floored it, there was no rise in rpm or any sort of difference in power and this, at any speed. is that normal? it had good power I could feel from take off, but after the 3rd or 4th gear it was really shitty. Its an automatic tranny BTW. I was able to bring it up to 65 or 70 mph, over the course of a fairly normal distance I think. but not super quick. I would expect to have a really hard time going up hills, or have to drop it in 4th gear to do so. I also set the cruise control, and the rpm meter would jump slightly every 2 or 3 seconds, from 2000rpm to 2200 rpm and back down again, back and forth back and forth. I have no way to gauge if this is normal or not. It starts amazing and he's only asking 5000 CAD for it which I think is a steel, but I could be wrong.The EPS warning light came on too and 2 glow plugs are to be changed. Otherwise, its reality great. Your quick opinion on this would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

[@shuvelhed73]

AutomotiveEZ where are you located?

[@AutomotiveEZ]

@@shuvelhed73 and Ulric - am in NJ

[@ginolanzi3413]

How can I reach you? I'm in NJ also and would like to find someone to work on my sprinter. There is no private message option under about on your channel. Thanks.

[@shuvelhed73]

Wish you lived in southern Ohio. Can’t find anyone near that doesn’t charge my soul to do this for me🤦🏽‍♂️

[@AutomotiveEZ]

shuvelhed73 Thanks much. I’m in NJ! Keep looking for a good tech if you are too far away from me

[@stranjac]

Where are u located

[@AutomotiveEZ]

NJ

[@surgickalstrike]

Thx for the tutorial! For those of us looking to buy the tools this gentleman described…the pliers that he used I only found as spark plug boot pliers on eBay. Also on found glow plugs and controller on europarts-sd.com. Weird website but the T1N Sprinter is a weird van.

[@AutomotiveEZ]

You are welcome!