• | 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. |
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.
• | The engine is running. |
• | The engine coolant temp (ECT) is between 73-96°C (163-205°F). |
• | The ECM detect to many interrupted regenerations |
• | The above condition is met. |
DTC P2459 is a Type C DTC.
DTC P2459 is a Type C DTC.
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Control Module References for scan tool information
• | 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). |
⇒ | If the DTC resets, replace the DPF filter. |