P1617 — Volkswagen — Preheating indicator circuit: open or shorted to ground

18025/P1617 concerns the glow-plug/heater indicator circuit.

Meaning, symptoms, causes and checks

18025/P1617 concerns the glow-plug/heater indicator circuit. It does not establish a faulty glow plug; applicability depends on the vehicle.

Affected system: Preheating indicator