Current draw, checking with VAT -40 tester
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Connect power supply to tester.
- Place leads for glow plugs into adapter clamp.
- Press button for current measurement.
- Activate pre-glow, start engine and run at idle speed.
- During extended glow period (approx. 180 sec.), take reading of current draw with engine running.
- Current draw approx. 32 A: glow plugs OK
- Current draw less than 32 A: See Glow plugs, testing .