OBD Guide

P226E

Particulate Filter Deteriorated/Missing Substrate 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
  • Increased engine noise
  • Black smoke from the exhaust pipe

Causes

  • Mechanical damage to the particulate filter
  • DPF overheating
  • Use of low-quality fuel
  • Natural filter wear
  • Incorrect DPF regeneration

How to Fix

  1. Diagnose the condition of the particulate filter
  2. Check DPF regeneration system
  3. Clean or replace the particulate filter
  4. Check the operation of pressure and temperature sensors
  5. Update ECU software if necessary

Related codes

Error P226E by Vehicle Brand