P.03 Low

Glow-worm P.03 Fault Code

Also written as P03 — same fault.

The Glow-worm P.03 fault code means: your boiler is currently operating in a diagnostic test mode rather than a standard fault, meaning it is running at its maximum heating capacity to help a technician check its performance.. It appears on 12 Glow-worm models in our database.

Monitor it

This is a minor fault. Keep an eye on it and mention it at your next annual boiler service. Reset the boiler and see if it clears.

Technical description: The product runs in heating mode with the maximum heat input set using diagnostic code d.00.

Engineer required

This fault requires a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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Glow-worm models that show the P.03 fault code

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Source

Glow-worm P.03 fault code information on this page is sourced and cross-checked against the official Glow-worm service / installation manuals for each affected model.

Reviewed by the BoilerFaultCodes Editorial Team · Last reviewed 7 July 2026