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To test the resistance on glow plugs, first, disconnect the glow plug harness to ensure no power is flowing. Use a multimeter set to the ohms (Ω) setting and connect the probes to the terminals of the glow plug. A healthy glow plug typically shows a resistance reading between 0.5 to 2.0 ohms; if the reading is significantly higher or shows infinite resistance, the glow plug may be faulty and should be replaced. Always refer to the manufacturer's specifications for the exact resistance values for your specific glow plugs.

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