Autolite 1103 diesel glow plug for the 1984-1985 Mercedes-Benz 190D 4-cylinder 2.2L, the 1986-1989 190D 5-cylinder 2.5L and other vehicles warms the combustion chamber so diesel fuel ignites on a cold start.
- Heating element reaches high heat intensity quickly for reliable cold starts
- Sheathed dual coil heater for pre-heating and quicker starts
- Pre-heating time of 15 seconds
- Nickel-plated threads, precision machined with no burring for easy installation
Quick facts
- Part: Autolite 1103 diesel glow plug
- Fits: the 1984-1985 Mercedes-Benz 190D 4-cylinder 2.2L, the 1986-1989 190D 5-cylinder 2.5L and other vehicles
- Material: Metal
- Condition: New
Hard cold starts, extra cranking or rough running right after start-up can mean a glow plug has worn out. A weak battery can also make a diesel slow to start, so these signs alone do not point to the glow plug.
Fits
It is listed for a wide range of Mercedes-Benz and Peugeot models, led by the 1980-1986 Peugeot 505 4-cylinder 2.3L, the 1985-1988 505 4-cylinder 2.5L and the 1978-1985 Mercedes-Benz 300D 5-cylinder 3.0L. If your vehicle is not named here, look for it in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: varies by engine
- Thread diameter: M12 x 1.25
- Hex size: 12 mm
- Reach: 31.50 mm (1.240 in)
- Overall length: 74.0 mm (2.913 in)
- Probe diameter: 6 mm
- Seat type: Tapered
- Terminal thread size: M5 x 0.8
Build and materials
- Coil type: Sheathed dual coil
- Material: Metal
- Heating element material: Steel
- Terminal: Threaded, male
- Voltage: 11 V DC
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: China
In the box
One glow plug. The 1984-1985 Mercedes-Benz 190D 4-cylinder 2.2L takes four and the 1986-1989 190D 5-cylinder 2.5L takes five.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Autolite 1103 glow plug right for the 1984-1985 Mercedes-Benz 190D 4-cylinder 2.2L?
Yes, Autolite 1103 is listed for the 1984-1985 Mercedes-Benz 190D 4-cylinder 2.2L, which takes four, and the 1986-1989 190D 5-cylinder 2.5L, which takes five; find other cars in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Does the Autolite 1103 glow plug fit the 1980-1986 Peugeot 505 4-cylinder 2.3L?
Yes. Autolite 1103 is listed for the 1980-1986 Peugeot 505 4-cylinder 2.3L and the 1985-1988 505 4-cylinder 2.5L, and both engines take four plugs.
What thread and seat does the Autolite 1103 glow plug have?
The thread diameter is M12 x 1.25 with a 12 mm hex and a tapered seat. Reach is 31.50 mm, and the male terminal is threaded M5 x 0.8.
How long does the Autolite 1103 glow plug take to pre-heat?
Pre-heating time is 15 seconds. This glow plug has a sheathed dual coil and an 11 V DC rating.
Does the Autolite 1103 glow plug have an integrated pressure sensor?
No. Autolite 1103 has no integrated pressure sensor; it is a glow plug with a threaded male M5 x 0.8 terminal.
