OBD Guide

P2DCD

Particulate Filter B Incorrect

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 comes on
  • Unpleasant smell from the exhaust system
  • Problems starting the engine

Causes

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

How to Fix

  1. Check the condition of the particulate filter
  2. Carry out forced regeneration
  3. Replace differential pressure sensors
  4. Check the regeneration system
  5. If necessary, replace the particulate filter

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