diesel particulate Info (example of Mazda)
functioning
The Mazda DPF - in the same housing as the catalytic converter - has a honeycomb structure are filtered by the particles.
to prevent the particles clog the filter and the filter must be changed, the soot particles upon reaching a specific amount to be burned. This process is called "regeneration" is named. The emission control system in Mazda vehicles covers the accumulation of soot in the filter and burn him automatically when a sufficient amount is available. This refers, imperceptible to the driver while driving instead.
In order to use the regeneration, a certain exhaust emission temperature can be achieved. Ideal conditions of the regeneration process are undertaken, if not at least 15 minutes is driven under 40 mph and not more than 2000 rpm.
If necessary for the regeneration conditions are not met over a longer period of time (eg, only drivers of short-range), lights on the DPF lamp as a warning. You can then influence the regeneration process is always positive: not Go to at least 15 minutes below 40 km / h and with more than 2000 rpm. (If the warning light blinks continuously, you should go to the workshop).
check the oil level
Checking the oil level is at Mazda models with the described particulate filters, compared to the previous standard in Mazda vehicles method, except:
