Thanks Jim I think you are right-I have a converted parallel system. Will start with that separate fuse box on the firewall. Weekend project when it warms up. Dwight ---- Jim Cathey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > So-it had new glow pugs two years ago-they don't have the toaster > > wires but > > have red insulated wire running between them-sure looks like series to > > me-given my limited knowledge of electricity. I looked for fuse-don't > > se > > any listed. > > With regular insulated wires, it's likely you have a converted parallel > system. If you had series plugs wired up without the toaster racks > they'd probably last for one or two starts before burning up. Think > of what regular light bulbs do on 220V! > > > But, I am wondering- is it the relay? Or a GP failure? Why is the dash > > light > > coming on when I start it and not on glow? > > The light is often driven as a diagnostic measure. But, without > knowing _exactly_ what circuit you have (and conversions are always > problematic this way) it's difficult to tell. > > Fortunately the electrical diagnosis is fairly easy, for those > who know how to do it. Step one is to see if your plugs are > getting any juice or not. > > -- Jim > > > _______________________________________ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
-- Dwight E. Giles, Jr. Bissell Cove Quahog & Auto Salvage Co. Wickford, RI
