Diesel Particulate Filter
(SKYACTIV-D 1.5 and
SKYACTIV-D 1.8)
The diesel particulate filter collects and
removes most of the particulate matter
(PM) in the exhaust gas of a diesel engine.
PM collected by the diesel particulate
filter is cleared during normal driving,
however, PM may not be removed and the
diesel particulate filter indicator light may
illuminate under the following conditions:
x
If the vehicle is driven at 15 km/h (9
mph) or less continuously.
x
If the vehicle is repeatedly driven for a
short period of time (10 minute or less)
or driven while the engine is cold.
x
If the vehicle is idled for a long time.
NOTE
The engine sound and exhaust gas smell
may change when PM is being removed
while driving.
Diesel Particulate Filter Indicator Light
When illuminated
The particulate matter (PM) cannot be
removed automatically and the amount of
collected PM reaches a specified amount.
After the engine has sufficiently warmed
up (engine coolant temperature of 80 °C or
more), depress the accelerator pedal and
drive the vehicle at a speed of 20 km/h or
more for about 15 to 20 minutes to
eliminate the PM.
When flashing
Contact an expert repairer (we recommend
an Authorised Mazda Repairer).
CAUTION
If the vehicle is continually driven as usual
with the diesel particulate lter indicator
light illuminated, PM increases and the
indicator light may start ashing. If the
diesel particulate lter indicator light starts
ashing, have the vehicle inspected
immediately at an expert repairer (we
recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer). If the vehicle is not inspected and
continues to be driven, the engine may
malfunction.
NOTE
When the diesel particulate filter indicator
light flashes, the engine output is
restricted to protect the diesel particulate
filter.
When Driving
Diesel Particulate Filter
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