Page 6 of 28 CONSUMER NOTICE: The information and instructions in this bulletin are intended for use by skilled technicians. Mazda technicians utilize the proper tools/ equipment and take training to correctly and safely maintain Mazda vehicles. These instructions should not be performed by “do-it-yourselfers.” Customers
Most of us can not afford to buy a new DPF. To replace a DPF can cost as much as R100,000.00 with average prices between R40,000.00 to R50,000.00. The worst part is, if you drive the car for long enough it will simply get blocked again and you will have to spend the money again. Forced Regeneration.
Almost every major truck repair facility has the capability to clean them out. Stage one is pressurized air to knock it out, followed by a flush. Stage two - if it's really f'ed up - is baking it in a late Industrial oven for 12 hours at 1300 degrees. Runs about 400-500 bucks at most places.
Last time I changed my oil on my 2009 Mazda 6 2.2 Diesel I noted a small oil leak, I didn't have time to trace it down so rather foolishly ignored it. On the way to Cornwall, my DPF light started flashing and limp mode came on. Reading the codes it was DPF soot and ash accumulation.
A principal DPF concern is the fact that the diesel particle filter itself produces a blockage within the exhaust system. This in conjunction with the diesel catalytic converter results in several pounds per square inch of congestion and back pressure in your exhaust. Since adding the DPF to the exhaust system results in a reduction in fuel
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