Diesel Engine Regeneration is a term synonymous with the cleaning of Diesel Particulate filter. Its function is to trap particulate soot that Diesel engines emit while driving. The function of the DPF filter is to trap particulate matter and emit cleaner exhaust fumes. The aim of the whole set up is to reduce the overall emissions.

Life Cycle of a DPF Filter

Usually a DPF filter lasts for around 100,000 km’s without any issues. But if your car is not being maintained as necessary the DPF filter might need replacing earlier. A bad DPF filter can lead to slow acceleration as well as lower fuel efficiency for the vehicle.

DPF Regeneration

DPF regeneration refers to the procedure of cleaning and emptying the diesel particulate filter. In this process all the accumulated soot particles in the filter are taken off by heating. Active regeneration as well as passive regeneration are two methods by which the the cleaning is achieved.

Who Needs a DPF Regeneration

If your vehicle has been showcasing the signs of slow acceleration, bad fuel economy. Your DPF filter might be clogged up with soot. This generally happens in vehicles that are used for short trips and stop and go traffic.

Manual DPF Regeneration

A manual DPF regeneration is often required when vehicles are driven al low speeds. DPF regeneration is often automatically done by the internal engine management system. In such cases the vehicle can be scanned and the DPF can be cleaned at the service stations by maintenance providers.

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