Q: Glow light flashes always

asked by on June 15, 2016

Dear Sir/Madam,

My car has 70000 miles.
My car has a manual transmission.

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The glow plug Warning Light on your vehicle not only indicates that the glow plugs are operating, but also acts as a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) for the engine management system. An on-site diagnosis will be required by a mechanic experienced with Jaguar. A technician from YourMechanic can come to your home or office to diagnose your Warning Light and perform any repairs if needed.

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