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As this is my first diesel engine car I have been doing some checking on the Diesel Particulate Filter clogging if the car is used for short runs, like the 'school run' for instance, or mainly in the City.
I've read about problems with the Peugeot FAP engine, but they were a couple of years ago.
The 2008 handbook makes reference to a Diesel Additive but doesn't show where this 'additive' is refilled.
It says that if the warning light comes on then the filter is at least 45% blocked and the car should be run for at least 10 minutes in excess of 40mph until the warning light goes off. If it doesn't go off then that is an indication that the additive needs topping up.
If you are doing short runs then how long does it take to clog the DPF?
Can anyone share any information regarding the system in the 2008?......has it been resolved with the 'additive'?
Is it something to be concerned about?...or just something to be aware of?
I was told a new diesel engine was due out in a couple of years, or so, which won't need a DPF.
I'm sure it shouldn't pose a major problem but it would be good for any extra information or experiences.
Al.
I've read about problems with the Peugeot FAP engine, but they were a couple of years ago.
The 2008 handbook makes reference to a Diesel Additive but doesn't show where this 'additive' is refilled.
It says that if the warning light comes on then the filter is at least 45% blocked and the car should be run for at least 10 minutes in excess of 40mph until the warning light goes off. If it doesn't go off then that is an indication that the additive needs topping up.
If you are doing short runs then how long does it take to clog the DPF?
Can anyone share any information regarding the system in the 2008?......has it been resolved with the 'additive'?
Is it something to be concerned about?...or just something to be aware of?
I was told a new diesel engine was due out in a couple of years, or so, which won't need a DPF.
I'm sure it shouldn't pose a major problem but it would be good for any extra information or experiences.
Al.