Pickup 2WD L4-2.3L DSL Turbo (1984)
Glow Plug: Technical Service Bulletins
Glow Plug - Removal/Installation
SUBJECT:
GLOW PLUG REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
NO.
STB-83-08-015
DATE
September 1983
MODEL
Turbo-Diesel Truck
The Super Quick Glow system in the 1984 turbo-diesel engine employs fast-heating glow plugs which have molded ceramic tips. Because the ceramic
electrode tips are extremely brittle, the glow plugs must be handled very carefully.
Here is a suggestion for removing and installing the glow plugs to avoid damage.
REMOVAL
Use a wrench only to loosen the glow plug. Once loose, unscrew the plug with the fingers.
INSTALLATION
Insert the glow plug straight into its hole, and start it with the fingers before beginning to tighten with the wrench. Use a 12 mm deep socket. Tighten to
15-19 N-m. (11 -14 ft.lbs.)
NOTE
An electrode might look OK but still have a hairline crack in it, Even a hairline crack in the ceramic can result in a failure after several hours running.