Hitachi GLP2158 Diesel Glow Plug Controller

Hitachi Diesel Glow Plug Controller for Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

The Hitachi GLP2158 diesel glow plug controller manages glow plug timing and electrical current for diesel starting performance. Built for specific vehicle requirements, it is a direct-fit electrical control component for select Mercedes-Benz Sprinter diesel applications.

Key Features

• Controls glow plug activation timing and current delivery
• Engineered for exact vehicle-specific diesel starting needs
• OE-style replacement for select Mercedes-Benz Sprinter diesel models
• Cross-references 132158 and 0005453516 for the same application
• Hitachi part number GLP2158 for identification and ordering

Detailed Description

Hitachi GLP2158 is a diesel glow plug controller designed for precise management of the glow plug circuit on compatible Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500, Sprinter 3500, and Sprinter 3500XD diesel vehicles. By regulating when the glow plugs energize and how much current they receive, this controller supports proper cold-start operation and stable preheat control. The GLP2158 part number is commonly used when replacing a failed controller on 2010-2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500 models, as well as 2018 Sprinter 3500XD applications.

This part cross-references 132158 and 0005453516 for the same application. If you are searching for a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter diesel glow plug controller, Hitachi GLP2158 provides a vehicle-specific replacement option that aligns with the original electrical control strategy.

What It Helps Address

• Hard starting in cold weather
• Glow plug circuit timing faults
• Incorrect glow plug current delivery
• Diesel preheat system warning conditions
• Starting hesitation on Mercedes-Benz Sprinter diesel engines

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the part number and connector style against the original controller before installation. Confirm vehicle year, model, and diesel engine application for 2010-2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500, 2010-2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500, and 2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500XD. After installation, clear any stored glow plug or preheat-related fault codes and recheck system operation.

Quality Assurance

Hitachi manufactures this controller to meet the specific electrical demands of the vehicle application, with timing and current control calibrated for the glow plug system. Use GLP2158 when you need a replacement diesel glow plug controller for Mercedes-Benz Sprinter diesel service work.

• Fits 2010-2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500, N/A
• Fits 2010-2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500, N/A
• Fits 2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500XD, N/A