OBD Guide

P24A2

Particulate Filter Regeneration Incomplete Bank 1

Severity
🔴 High
Can you drive?
Yes, but get it checked soon
Approx. repair cost
$56–278 (est.)

Symptoms

  • Reduced engine power
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Check Engine Light Illuminates
  • Noticeable reduction in vehicle dynamics
  • Possible black smoke from the exhaust pipe

Causes

  • Short trips preventing regeneration from completing
  • Low fuel quality
  • Faulty sensors (eg differential pressure)
  • Problems with the fuel injection system
  • DPF clogged

How to Fix

  1. Carry out forced regeneration of the particulate filter using diagnostic equipment
  2. Check and replace faulty sensors (differential pressure, temperature, etc.)
  3. Clean or replace the particulate filter if it is severely clogged.
  4. Use quality fuel and additives to clean the system
  5. Check the injection system for faults

Related codes

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