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What does the BMW 3 Series glow plug indicator mean?
Years 2005-2013

Answer

The BMW 3 Series glow plug light indicates that it takes a few seconds for the diesel glow plugs to complete their preheating cycle. The light will turn off by itself.
Posted on: 25 January 2022 by ScegliAuto

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