The Dependable Glow Plug for Diesel Engines of Older Generations (Type GV) In older generations of vehicles, the glow plug is only used for pre-heating and heating during starting (2-phase heating); once the engine has started, the glow plug is switched off. BERU 2-coil sheathed glow plug: reliable cold starting in only 5-7 seconds. Product Features:Sheathed glow plug in 2-coil technologyReliable cold startingShort pre-heating time (5-7 seconds depending on vehicle!)