P2002 - Diesel Particulate Filter Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
Description: The
powertrain control module(PCM) monitors the efficiency of the diesel particulate filter for a concern. The efficiency of the filter is determined by the amount of restriction in the filter for a certain exhaust flow rate. The diesel particulate filter is preconditioned for 5,000 km (3,107 miles) before the PCM begins to monitor the level of restriction. The test fails when the measured level of restriction is less than the expected level calculated by the PCM. Possible Causes:
- Dirty air cleaner element
- Recent manual or thorough diesel particulate filter regeneration
- Aftermarket accessories and performance modifications
- Modified tailpipe
- Exhaust leaks before or near the diesel particulate filter pressure sensor
- Leaks in the diesel particulate filter pressure sensor connecting hose
- Damaged diesel particulate filter
Diagnostic Aids: Check for leaks in the
exhaust system. Check for aftermarket exhaust accessories and performance modifications that decrease the exhaust restriction. If a new diesel particulate filter was recently installed, verify the diesel particulate filter parameter reset procedure was carried out.
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