friedhelmwolf1
Ranger Preheating Lamp Issue
Summary of the thread
A 2013 Ford Ranger with a diesel engine had a persistent preheating lamp issue, accompanied by a check engine light and smoke during acceleration. Initial checks for loose connections were unfruitful. The problem was identified as a defective preheating control unit, which was resolved by replacing the unit, costing 95€.
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friedhelmwolf1 (community.author)
Control unit, eh? Is that a pain to get to? Where exactly is it located in your Audi?
achimfuchs88
Different car, different layout. Best bet is to get a pro to check it. Likely just a dodgy connector, but better safe than sorry. Probably it will save you time.
friedhelmwolf1 (community.author)
Cheers for the input. Turned out to be a defective preheating control unit, just like you thought. New unit and labor came out to 95€. Sorted now.
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achimfuchs88
Sounds familiar. Had similar gremlins with my old Audi A4. Ever checked the preheating control unit itself? Could be a faulty cable or plug.