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KNOWN FAULT · Renault · Dacia

Clogged particulate filter on the 1.5 dCi

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Engine / equipment
1.5 dCi (K9K) with particulate filter
Period mentioned
2010 onwards
Symptoms
Particulate-filter or emissions warning, limp mode with loss of power and frequent regenerations.
Possible cause described
The filter clogs, especially on cars that mostly make short town trips and never complete a regeneration.
Check for the garage
Read the soot load with a diagnostic tool, run a forced regeneration at the garage and check the differential-pressure sensors and EGR. Make long road trips now and then.
Cost cited in the source
No verified estimate; from a regeneration to replacing the filter.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to repair this fault?

No verified estimate; from a regeneration to replacing the filter.

A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

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How is it checked?

Read the soot load with a diagnostic tool, run a forced regeneration at the garage and check the differential-pressure sensors and EGR. Make long road trips now and then.

What are the symptoms?

Particulate-filter or emissions warning, limp mode with loss of power and frequent regenerations.

Which cars and years does it affect?
Brands
Renault, Dacia
Engine / equipment
1.5 dCi (K9K) with particulate filter
Period mentioned
2010 onwards

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