OBD Guide

P2003

Particulate Filter Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 2

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Do not drive — repair immediately
Approx. repair cost
$167–556 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Reduced engine power
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates
  • Noticeable increase in exhaust smoke
  • Problems with DPF regeneration

Causes

  • DPF clogged
  • DPF differential pressure sensor malfunction
  • Problems with the regeneration system
  • Malfunction of temperature sensors
  • Mechanical damage to DPF

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the particulate filter
  2. Diagnose pressure and temperature sensors
  3. Check the regeneration system
  4. Perform forced DPF regeneration
  5. If necessary, replace the particulate filter

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