PARTICLE FILTER

Particle filter

The particle filter is used in the treatment of exhaust gases from petrol engines.

When driving, depending on the grade of fuel used, it is possible that white smoke may be emitted. This is due to the exhaust particle filter being cleaned automatically, and does not affect the way the vehicle runs.

Depending on the vehicle, the warning light  displayed on the instrument panel indicates that the filter is becoming clogged and requires cleaning. To clean it, when the  warning light appears, and as traffic conditions and speed limits allow, drive at between about 31 mph (50 km/h) and 68 mph (110 km/h) until the light goes out.

After between approximately 5 and 20 minutes, the warning light should go out.

If, after approximately 20 minutes, the indicator light remains lit, consult an Approved Dealer.

Note: if the vehicle is stopped before the warning light disappears, you will have to restart the process from the beginning.

If the filter becomes saturated, the © warning light and, depending on the vehicle, the  warning light will appear on the instrument panel, accompanied by the message “Check injection”. In this case, please consult an Authorised Dealer.

If the ® warning light and, depending on the vehicle, the  warning light appears, accompanied by the “Engine failure hazard” message, stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and contact an Approved Dealer.