Bosch 0250202022 Diesel Glow Plug

Bosch Diesel Glow Plug for Volkswagen Diesel Engines

Bosch Diesel Glow Plug 0250202022 is a direct-fit diesel glow plug built for Volkswagen diesel applications that need fast, reliable cold starts. It uses Bosch Duraterm dual-control coil technology to shorten glow time and improve heating efficiency for quicker engine start-up.

Key Features

• Bosch Diesel Glow Plug line with Duraterm dual-control coil design
• Fast/Quick Start: Yes for reduced pre-heating delay
• Pre-heating time: 4.0 seconds
• Material type: Inconel for high-temperature durability
• Metal sheath design with tapered seat
• Pin terminal type, 10 mm thread diameter, 10 mm hex size
• Reach: 25.0 mm; total length: 3.622047 in

Product Details

The Bosch Diesel Glow Plug 0250202022 is engineered for diesel combustion chambers that require rapid heat-up and stable temperature control during start-up and post-heating. Bosch’s dual-control coil design manages current flow efficiently, helping the glow plug reach operating temperature faster and support smoother cold-weather starting. This Bosch glow plug is a strong match for Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Beetle, and Passat diesel models listed below.

This part cross-references Bosch and OE-style diesel glow plug applications for the same vehicle fitment.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2000-2004 Volkswagen Golf, N/A
• Fits 1997-1998 Volkswagen Golf, N/A
• Fits 2003-2004 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A, with Beru Unit; Diesel Glow Plug
• Fits 2003-2004 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A, with Bosch Unit; Diesel Glow Plug
• Fits 2001-2003 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A, with Bosch Unit; Diesel Glow Plug
• Fits 2001-2003 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A, with Beru Unit; Diesel Glow Plug
• Fits 1999-2002 Volkswagen Jetta, N/A
• Fits 1998-2000 Volkswagen Beetle, N/A
• Fits 1999 Volkswagen Golf, N/A, with Beru Unit; Diesel Glow Plug
• Fits 1999 Volkswagen Golf, N/A, with Bosch Unit; Diesel Glow Plug
• Fits 1996-1997 Volkswagen Passat, N/A

Common Issues This Part Helps Address

• Hard starting in cold weather
• Extended crank time before the engine fires
• Uneven diesel combustion during warm-up
• Glow plug warning concerns tied to worn heating elements
• Slow pre-heating response in diesel ignition systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the existing glow plug style, terminal type, thread diameter, and seat design before installation. This Bosch glow plug is listed for Volkswagen diesel applications with Bosch or Beru unit references where noted, so match the vehicle’s original configuration to the fitment notes. Inspect the cylinder head threads and electrical connection before installing the new plug.

Quality Assurance

Bosch is known for diesel fuel and ignition system engineering, and the Diesel Glow Plug line reflects that experience with a self-regulating heating design and durable Inconel construction. Part number 0250202022 is built to support consistent diesel starting performance in the listed Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Beetle, and Passat applications.