Fault code p0251

Hi
A flashing glow plug light could be a number of things it needs to be plugged in to a diagnostic machine to read the fault codes
Hope this helps Nick

Hi Ced ,
The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) is located in the instrument panel cluster. The MIL will display as either SERVICE ENGINE SOON or one of the following symbols when commanded ON:
Check engine ! The MIL indicates that an emissions related fault has occurred and vehicle service is required.
The following is a list of the modes of operation for the MIL:
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The MIL illuminates when the ignition is turned ON, with the engine OFF. This is a bulb test to ensure the MIL is able to illuminate.

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The MIL turns OFF after the engine is started if a diagnostic fault is not present.

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The MIL remains illuminated after the engine is started if the control module detects a fault. A diagnostic trouble code (DTC) is stored any time the control module illuminates the MIL due to an emissions related fault. The MIL turns OFF after three consecutive ignition cycles in which a Test Passed has been reported for the diagnostic test that originally caused the MIL to illuminate.

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The MIL flashes if the control module detects a misfire condition which could damage the catalytic converter.

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When the MIL is illuminated and the engine stalls, the MIL will remain illuminated as long as the ignition is ON.

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When the MIL is not illuminated and the engine stalls, the MIL will not illuminate until the ignition is cycled OFF and then ON.

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This code means that the PCM is detecting a problem in the malfunction lamp. It can be a problem within the instrument panel, the PCM, or the wiring in between. I would start by clearing the code to see if it stays off. If it does not then check the connection at the rear of the instrument panel for a loose or corroded connection.

The glow plug symbol is seen on diesel-powered engines, and it lights up to denote that the glow plugs are still warming up. Do not crank up the engine until this light goes away. However, if the light remains even when the car has been powered up, you may have a faulty glow plug.

Well, let's see... Diagnostic Test Code (DTC) P0251 is defined by SAEJ2012 as "Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control "A" (Cam/Rotor/Injector)"

I think that with that code, ESPECIALLY with an engine that will not start, the OBVIOUS next step would be to properly diagnose the injection pump fuel metering control system.
If that code is no longer there, it can only be a result of somebody clearing the computer memory...Which would be a BAD thing to do unless ALL of the freeze-frame data was recorded first. Clearing codes like that also erases the rest of the information about the fault and when it occured that a diagnosing technician needs to properly diagnose the fault. Oh, It can still be diagnosed, but the time required to do so may be multiplied several times.....It just means the bill will probably be much bigger.

DTC P1000 is only an informational code to let the technician know that there is one or more OBD readiness monitors that have not run and completed since the last time that the codes were cleared. If the codes have been cleared and the engine has not run several complete drive cycles since, that explains that one...

jaguar x-type 2ltr diesel 2004 the glow plug warning light flashing, was told dirty fuel on fault code all fuel changed and filters. No problems for 20 miles untill engine was put under power on high revs went into limp mode, warning light glow plug falshing again? any ideas thanks.

Fuel injection circut malfunction.
How many cylinders

You will need to have another code scan done. A faulty glow plug will certainly show up on a scan, but should NOT bring on the engine MIL light. Erase all faults showing at present. This should extinguish the engine light. Thin start and stop engine a number of times until the light comes back on. This will re boot on-board computer. Do another scan and the fault should show up. If possible do a live reading, paying close attention to the (oxygen sensors) lambda units
Best of luck
John

hi there,
the fault codes you listed correspond to these..

.P1000 ..OBD Systems Readiness Test Not Complete
P0251 Injection Pump Fuel Metering Control.

hope this helps, if so, can you leave me feedback please

sounds like a glow pug fault.it will flash if one glow plug has a fault.