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Question

What causes diesel engine glow plug relay "intermittent" failures?

Answer

Corroded electrical connections and thermal fatigue.

Explain

Intermittent relay failures cause inconsistent cold starts. CHEPQ tools clean relay terminals and test for thermal expansion issues—replacing the relay with a high-temperature-rated model resolves intermittent operation.

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