How Long Can I Drive My VW With DPF Light On

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About This Presentation

Is your Volkswagen’s DPF light on? And, are you wondering what triggered it? Because, if that’s what the situation you’re going through, this presentation will be useful. So, go through it.


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How Long Can I Drive My VW With DPF Light On?

A flashing DPF light simply means:- "The diesel particulate filter on your Volkswagen is out of order."

Driving a car with a faulty diesel particulate filter isn't advised.

Because it could cause the following problems:- Declined engine performance Increased fuel consumption Problem starting the engine Car will revert to limp mode

So, What Exactly Is A DPF?

DPF stands for Diesel Particulate Filter.

It is part of the vehicle's after-treatment system.

Diesel particulate matter or soot is captured by this device.

Other major parts of a vehicle’s after-treatment system are:- Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) Selective catalytic reducer (SCR)

VW DPF Light Flashing? Here’s What It Could Mean

DPF light of a Volkswagen can appear due to any of the following reasons:-

Clogged diesel particulate filter

This is the most common reason behind DPF light illumination in a car.

So, if your Volkswagen’s DPF light is on, check the aforementioned filter.

Defective sensor

Incorrect data provided by faulty sensors can also activate DPF light in a car.

Also, faulty sensors- if not replaced- can cause numerous performance issues.

Physical damage to the filter

If the diesel particulate filter gets damaged, it will activate the DPF warning light.

VW DPF Light Flashing? Here’s What You Should Do

Flashing DPF lights won't cause a major problem, but why risk it?

If your Volkswagen’s DPF light is flashing, call a mechanic immediately.

Closing Remarks

If the DPF light is flashing, the diesel particulate filter in your Volkswagen is faulty.

And, if you don’t do anything about it, the functionality of your car will suffer.

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