The DPF captures soot particles from diesel exhaust. When it becomes clogged, this warning appears. If ignored, the DPF can become completely blocked requiring expensive replacement.
🚗 Can You Continue Driving?
Yes — but perform motorway driving to regenerate DPF soon.
🔧 Repair Difficulty
Medium
⚠️ Possible Causes
Too many short journeys
low engine temperature driving
faulty EGR valve
wrong engine oil used
failed DPF pressure sensor
✅ Recommended Actions
1Drive at 60+ mph for 20–30 minutes on a motorway or dual carriageway to trigger passive regeneration.
2Avoid short city trips.
3If warning persists, have active DPF regeneration performed at a workshop.
🚗 Common in These Vehicles
Not specified
Related Symbols
Check Engine Light
One of the most common warning lights — can indicate many different issues.
Attention RequiredEngine Temperature Warning
Engine is overheating. Stop driving immediately to prevent severe damage.
Immediate ActionOil Pressure Warning
Critical low oil pressure. Stop the engine immediately.
Immediate ActionPower Steering Warning
Power steering system fault. Steering will require more effort.
Attention Required