P249F

Excessive Time To Enter Closed Loop Particulate Filter Regeneration Control

Severity

⚠️ Medium

Can you drive?

Limited driving only, diagnose soon

Approx. repair cost

$39–167 (est.)

Symptoms

Increased fuel consumption
Reduced engine power
The 'Check Engine' light comes on
Message about the need for DPF regeneration
Increased exhaust smoke

Causes

Malfunction of exhaust gas temperature sensors
Clogged particulate filter
Problems with the fuel injection system
EGR valve malfunction
Low fuel quality

How to Fix

Check the condition of the particulate filter
Diagnose exhaust gas temperature sensors
Check the functionality of the EGR system
Perform forced DPF regeneration
Check the condition of the fuel system

Related codes

P249E P2463 P2458