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Diagnostic Instructions

    • Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
    • Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
    •  Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptor

DTC P2459 58: Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Regeneration Frequency

Circuit/System Description

The soot particles accumulate in the channels of the DPF and are burned off at regular intervals, through a process called regeneration or cleaning. The DPF cleaning process prevents the DPF from clogging. Excess soot in filter can cause a drop in engine performance and crack the filter during regeneration.

Conditions for Running the DTC

    • The engine is running.
    • The engine coolant temp (ECT) is between 73-96°C (163-205°F).

Conditions for Setting the DTC

    • The ECM detect to many interrupted regenerations
    • The above condition is met.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

DTC P2459 is a Type C DTC.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

DTC P2459 is a Type C DTC.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Engine Controls Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Electrical Information Reference

    •  Circuit Testing
    •  Connector Repairs
    •  Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
    •  Wiring Repairs

DTC Type Reference

LINK 1803340

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Verification

  1. The following conditions must be met for the ECM to perform the turbocharger learn procedure:
  2. • The A/C is OFF.
    • The vehicle is in Park or Neutral.
    • Start and idle the engine.
    • The engine coolant temperature (ECT) is greater than 40°C (104°F).
  3. Perform the DPF Service Regeneration.
  4. Verify the DTC does not reset.
  5. If the DTC resets, replace the DPF filter.