The Quick Answer above is the generic definition. What follows is what is documented for the BMW models that log P0670, checked against manufacturer data and owner reports.
DTC/P0670·BMW
P0670 on BMW: Causes, Symptoms and Fix Cost
Quick Answer
Low SeveritySafe to drive (short-term)BMW
P0670 on a BMW is a diesel-only code meaning the engine control unit detected a fault in the glow plug control module circuit. The control module switches high current to the glow plugs that preheat the combustion chambers for cold starting and reports back to the ECU. The code points to the module itself, its supply or control wiring, or its ground rather than to one specific plug. Repairs typically run 70-350 EUR.
Repair cost on BMW€2 - €370
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BMW 320d
2005-2019BMW diesels (M47, N47, B47) use a glow plug control module that the DDE engine controller monitors. P0670 on a 320d usually means the module or its wiring. BMW-specific module and per-plug data needs a BMW-capable tool such as Carly; generic OBD2 only shows the circuit code. Module location varies by engine and can be tucked near the cylinder head.
What causes P0670 on a BMW?
Beyond the generic causes listed on the main P0670 page, these are the documented BMW-specific patterns:
BMW 320dGlow plug control module failure on N47/B47 DDE systems
BMW 320dWiring or ground fault near the cylinder head
How to diagnose P0670 on a BMW with OBD2
Follow these steps to pinpoint the root cause of P0670:
- Read the stored code and freeze frame with Skanyx or any ELM327 adapter to confirm P0670 and note the conditions when it set
- Check the fuse feeding the glow plug control module, as a blown fuse can trigger the circuit fault
- Verify battery voltage at the module power supply pin and confirm a clean ground with a multimeter
- Inspect the connector and wiring between the ECU and the control module for corrosion, broken pins, or chafing
- Bench-test the glow plugs themselves with a multimeter (a healthy plug reads roughly 0.5-2 ohm) to rule out a dead plug dragging down the circuit before condemning the module
- Remember that detailed control module and per-plug status is manufacturer-extended (Mode $22) data that generic OBD2 does not expose, so module replacement is confirmed by supply, ground, and wiring checks plus the plug bench test
How much does P0670 cost to fix on a BMW? (EUR)
Estimated repair costs for P0670 in EUR, compiled across makes. Expect BMW parts and labour towards the upper end of each range.
Prices estimated as of March 2026. Costs vary by region, vehicle, and shop.
Related codes that often appear with P0670 on BMW
These codes commonly cluster with P0670 on BMW vehicles:
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