Can you ignore the DPF light and carry on driving? Technically yes, but we would not recommend it. If you ignore the DPF light and continue driving, the build-up of soot will soon reach a point whereby your car has to enter 'limp-home' mode in order to prevent any damage to the engine.
How do you reset the DPF light on a Mazda 6?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PtFifQvQNnM
What is Mazda DPF?
The DPF light flashes on the Mazda when the ECU (Engine Control Unit) registers that the DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) is beginning to block. The DPF is a filter located in the exhaust system and is used to filter out soot particles from the exhaust gasses.
What does DPF mean on a Mazda 6?
Diesel Particulate Filter
Does Mazda 6 have AdBlue?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yJH4bZ_drDs
Does my diesel car have a DPF?
All new diesels have a DPF fitted. DPFs became mandatory in 2009, however, a handful of older diesels will have one fitted, too. Soot spewing out the back of your diesel is the telltale sign it doesn't have a DPF.
How do I manually start DPF regeneration?
In some cars, you can manually start the regeneration while driving or in a stationary/parked position. Drivers can just engage the parking brake or a car switch to start the process. You can also use a car scan tool (or this car scan tool) to perform an active regeneration.
How do you force a DPF regeneration?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pi6K_yhE9Us
How do you manually Regen?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YEcGR2qTkiE
How do you regenerate a DPF while driving?
If your car has an automatic transmission, shift your gears in a manual mode by moving the gear shift gently. No need to use the speed limiter, it is with no seeming value added. Ride like this for a minimum of 30 minutes. This will initiate a regeneration cycle, and your DPF will be cleaned.
How long can you drive with the DPF light on?
The DPF light coming on is a clear indicator that your car use and driving style needs to be reviewed, and you should avoid using the car for trips like the school run or regular journeys where the car cannot reach and maintain its normal operating temperature for at least 25 minutes.
What causes a DPF light to come on?
The most common reason for a DPF warning light to appear is because of a blocked DPF. A failed exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve, problems with exhaust and injection systems and faulty glow plugs can all, in turn, affect the DPF and cause the DPF warning light to illuminate.
Can you drive while DPF regeneration?
The only thing required of the driver during this process is maintaining driving speed during the process. If driving speed is interrupted as active regen occurs, you will likely have to restart the process again the next time you are up to speed.