P0680 - OBD II Trouble Code

January 31, 2017

Our automotive experts have put together the following information about the P0680 diagnostic trouble code. We've provided the common symptoms that occur when this code is set along with the frequent repairs that address the issues related to the P0680 code.

OBD II Fault Code

  • OBD II P0680

OBD-II Code Hard or no start in cold weather is defined as a Cylinder 10 Glow Plug Circuit/Open

The Glow Plug is used on diesel engines to preheat the cylinder before the engine is started. If the engine control module (PCM) detects the glow plug for cylinder ten is not operating properly, the PCM will set code P0680.

Hard or no start in cold weather Symptoms

  • Engine may not start
  • Hard or no start in cold weather

Common Problems That Trigger the P0680 Code

  • Glow plug control module failure
  • Glow plug failure
  • Glow plug wiring harness failure

Common Repairs Needed for the P0680 Code

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