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Need to replace your glow plugs?

  • Glow Plug Removal
  • Glow Plug Replacement
  • Glow Plug Testing
  • … or anything else
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Recent Glow Plug Replacement tasks

Glow plug change

€200

Ballynerrin Lower, Wicklow

31st Oct 2024

Mercedes a class change the glow plug and replace it

Glow plug replacement

€150

Naas, Kildare

13th Oct 2024

Car hard to start puffs of white smoke on starting, an loud clicking and

Glow plug removal

€150

Limerick, Limerick

4th Oct 2024

I need my glow plug fixed. The glow plug that needs changing, No4, has been tampered with before. It's stuck in the cylinder head, just spinning around I'm wondering could you help me ?

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Why hire a glow plug replacement service through Airtasker?

Glow plugs are a small but fundamental component of your vehicle's engine. Their primary function is to help heat the fuel in preparation for the combustion chamber when the engine gets cold. They need regular maintenance and replacement every couple of years. When you begin to have problems starting your engine or notice black smoke coming out of your car, it's time to replace your car's glow plugs.

Post your task and your preferred schedule on Airtasker, and sit back and relax while professional Taskers offer to do the job. You can get in touch with one that fits your needs and budget, and they will arrive at your location with their tools, ready to work.

With Airtasker, you no longer have to waste time, money, and energy going all the way to a repair shop. Taskers will come to wherever you are and work on your vehicle while you focus on other matters. All it takes is a few taps on your phone to get your car back in peak condition in no time!

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Some clear indications of damage are engines having difficulty or being unable to start and at the same time, black smoke coming out with each attempt. Additionally, even though you have successfully started your vehicle, a faulty glow plug can result in poor acceleration and less fuel efficiency.

Technically, you can still use your car even if you have a bad glow plug. However, it's not advisable as it can cause engine misfires and further damage in the long run. It's always best to get your vehicle checked by an expert to ensure your safety and peace of mind while driving.

Replacements are a straightforward process of removing the old glow plug, replacing it with a new one, and doing a final test on your engine. In general, it can take around one to two hours, depending on whether your valve cover also needs replacement.

Airtasker can help you find a nearby expert who can readily work on your vehicle at your earliest convenience. All you have to do is post your task, sort out your schedule, then you can work on other things while waiting for a Tasker to arrive and replace your old glow plugs. You can also manage your ideal glow plug replacement cost as you set your budget to avoid overspending on unnecessary fixes!

What do glow plug replacement services include?

When you begin to notice that your diesel engine is taking longer than usual to start or if you see black smoke coming out of your car, that's usually a sign that you need to replace your glow plugs. With Airtasker, you don't have to stress yourself trying to make an appointment with a repair shop. All you need is one post, and a local Tasker will come to your location with the right tools and equipment for a glow plug replacement job which typically includes:

Glow Plug Removal

The replacement process starts with removing the old glow plug from your vehicle. Using the right tools, your technician will first unplug your battery and remove the valve cover to reach your glow plugs. Once located, they will carefully disconnect the electrical wirings, unfasten it, and remove it from your engine.

Glow Plug Replacement

This step involves manually screwing the replacement glow plugs into position. Your tasker will make sure that they're tightened just enough to fit into the engine. Afterwards, they will replace the valve cover if required or simply put them back before reconnecting the battery to power your vehicle.

Glow Plug Testing

Once your new glow plugs are installed, and your vehicle is up and running, your technician will test your new engine using a scanning instrument or a multimeter. They will also conduct a short test drive to ensure your vehicle no longer exhibits any symptoms and is now back in optimal condition.

Recent Glow Plug Replacement tasks

3 Glow Plug tips need removing

€100

Salthill, Galway

30th Sep 2024

2010 Ford Transit. Glow plugs already removed but 3 tips broke off and need to be removed.

Glow plug removal

€150

Kilbelin, Kildare

17th Sep 2024

Citroen Dispatch 171-D-12667

Broken glow plug removal

€100

Dromtrasna South, Limerick

13th May 2024

Merc viano v6 remove 2x broken glow plugs on site

Glow plug replacement

€100

Firville West, Cork

29th Mar 2024

Car is chugging and glow plug light on

Glow plug seized removal

€150

Castlefarm, Meath

11th Dec 2023

Car with mechanic, one glow plug is seized and needs a skilled person to help - Due date: Flexible

Glow plug removal in diesel engine. Renault master 2.3lt 2023

€300

Greencloyne, Cork

8th Jun 2023

3 glow plugs already changed before i purchased the van. The one that remains may prove difficult and require heat to remove. I will go to garage to have this removed. - Due date: Flexible

2x broken glow plug removal on a Renault Master

€300

Ballyleague, Roscommon

15th May 2023

Two snapped glow plugs to b removed - Due date: Before 20 May 2023

Remove a broken glow plug from engine

€500

Rathgar, Dublin

22nd Nov 2022

Broken glow plug in a vwt6. Needs to be removed and replaced - Due date: Flexible

Glow plug replacement

€150

Ballybrack, Dublin

18th Sep 2022

Glow plugs failed , car won’t start - Due date: Before 20 September 2022

Glow plugs changed

€50

Kilbeheny, Limerick

20th Jun 2022

Engine cranky start,, starts on the third try, and belches smoke from exhaust Starts ok after first started .. - Due date: Flexible