The DPF status light is flashing. This is your second warning, and it’s more urgent. It’s telling you a parked regeneration is necessary, and you need to perform it as soon as possible. If your Check Engine light comes on while the DPF status light is flashing, it means you need to perform a parked regen right away.Hi Rik, Tom has given you a perfect answer. While I have never had the amber light come on in respect of the DPF I have had it come on with the EGR sticking, and to clean out the fuel system I give the fuel tank a shot of Millers Oils Diesel Power ECO MAX every other fill up -- about ever 6 weeks - which seems to help, as I don't do long runs that frequently. DPF Clean Team’s Managing Director, Cameron Bryce, said: “We receive many calls a day from people whose DPF warning light has come on and many automatically think that it’s because of a blocked filter, but it can be triggered by a number of things. “We do our best to solve most DPF issues and welcome all enquiries, but there are many Usually, the DPF warning light will blink on the dashboard, which means it’s time to replace the filter. People tend to opt for active or passive regeneration for cleaning the filter, but if it doesn’t clear the clogging, it is recommended that you get professional DPF cleaning services to remove the ash and soot. when the times comes, remember, the only thing you might need is a exhaust pressure sensor, which is around $80. And the tools to get under your car take of the DPF etc. My previous diesel BMW had 190,000 kms and I never had issues with the DPF, although I was doing mainly city driving. I wouldn't worry too much. PPF’s aren’t prone to getting blocked up like DPF’s (Diesel Particulate Filters) because petrol engines heat up quicker and run hotter than diesel engines, so more of the soot that’s collected in the filter is burnt off. Having said all that, my first port of call would be with your Kia Dealer. This really shouldn’t be happening after
This will prevent the DPF from ever becoming blocked, so no more panicking when the warning light appears. Alternatively, you can add a shot of DPF Cleaner when the light comes on. Add a dose to your car’s fuel tank, drive as normal, and you should find that the light switches off without the need for that inconvenient trip to the motorway.