Why does my diesel particulate filter get blocked?
Why does my diesel particulate filter get blocked?
This video talks about the reasons why a Diesel Particulate Filter gets blocked and the best available method to get this problem fixed. TUNAP was the first company to develop and patent a no-removal particulate filter cleaning system. Our technology allows blocked filters to be cleaned without removing them.
When does Regen start on a DPF filter?
Wonder what codes you have now. Regen is initiated based on DPF filter diff. pressure. On mine starts at 43 grams of soot and goes to about 0 grams if I am driving. If I stop the vehicle the regen will restart when exhaust temps come up and it will stop at about 2-4 grams of soot.
What causes incomplete DPF regeneration in an engine?
The single biggest cause of incomplete DPF regeneration is the duty cycle of the vehicle. Engines need to achieve extended periods of high temperature, high RPM activity in order to complete a DPF regeneration.
Why is the Regen process not working on my diesel truck?
The diesel tech did not re-connect the CTS after he completed the repairs – probably a “GM thing”. P2463 came back up Monday when I was driving the truck. Brought it in this morning (Tuesday). Hopefully will hear back tomorrow with good news!
How to clean the particulate filter on a Chevy Colorado?
To clean the filter, drive the vehicle above 50 km/h (30 mph) until the warning message goes off. This will take about 30 minutes. If the filter is not cleaned, the malfunction indicator lamp will come on and the ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED message will be displayed. Vehicle performance will be limited. See Diesel Particulate Filter 0 38.
What happens when you clean the particulate filter on a diesel?
If the filter is not cleaned, the malfunction indicator lamp will come on and the ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED message will be displayed. Vehicle performance will be limited. See Diesel Particulate Filter 0 38. I have never seen anything in my DIC about regeneration what-so-ever and I have over 21,000 miles.
Wonder what codes you have now. Regen is initiated based on DPF filter diff. pressure. On mine starts at 43 grams of soot and goes to about 0 grams if I am driving. If I stop the vehicle the regen will restart when exhaust temps come up and it will stop at about 2-4 grams of soot.
When does the cleaning exhaust filter continue driving?
The dealer and GMs customer service claim that when the “Cleaning Exhaust Filter Continue Driving” appears on DIC, “you must” continue driving until the regeneration cycle is complete or a Diagnostic Trouble Code will be created, requiring service at the dealer to remedy.
