Jeep Ecodiesel Glow Plug

I went to run an errand about an hour ago glow plug light glowed like normal but no start.

Jeep ecodiesel glow plug. Glow plugs are a maintenance item that is going to need to be replaced on all engines at some time in the future. It was moving bit by bit then it felt like it loosen up and started to unscrew more easily. I used penetraing fluid warmed engine up etc. First 5 glow plugs came out just fine.

The aluminum head 4 valve diesels are notorious for seizing glow plugs. Over time the plugs become glued into place. Now i m not one for patience expecially when it comes to a vehicle i haven t even owned for a year. The ecodiesel started just fine this morning but that must have been the last straw for one of the glow plugs.

My second gen 1500 was very loyal. Now all i saw for google results is broke off glow plugs in sprinters and cabs coming off for head replacement. Hints why i got a newer dodge. Nevertheless they called next day to let me know that they did not have a glow plug for ecodiesel in stock and would need to order it and they will get the jeep back to me during the memorial day weekend.

So i stop by the local parts store to check the codes after work. Last one i did drivers side closest to the fire wall is stuck. It was really tight to unscrew. 170 000kms i think the glow plugs are original.

Apparently the plugs don t seat properly at the combustion chamber end.