OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P269C Exhaust Aftertreatment Glow Plug Control Performance
The aftertreatment glow plug control responds to commands but the resulting current draw is out of tolerance. Worn glow plug or high-resistance contact.
Is it safe to drive with P269C?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyWorn glow plug element raises resistance
- PossibleCorroded connector at glow plug
Symptoms
- Glow plug warning light on (often orange coil symbol)
- Hard cold start or no start in cold weather
- White smoke from exhaust during warm-up
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Medium
- DIY friendly
- Best left to a mechanic
- Typical labour
- 0.8–3 h
- Emissions test
- Usually unaffected
- Parts involved
- Aftertreatment Glow Plug, Relay
Related codes
- P2699Exhaust Aftertreatment Fuel Injector A Circuit Low
- P269AExhaust Aftertreatment Fuel Injector A Circuit High
- P269BExhaust Aftertreatment Glow Plug Control Circuit / Open
- P269DExhaust Aftertreatment Glow Plug Control Circuit Low
- P269EExhaust Aftertreatment Glow Plug Control Circuit High
- P269FExhaust Aftertreatment Glow Plug Circuit / Open
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.