Diesel particulate filter (DPF) warning

Questions about the Diesel particulate filter (DPF) warning symbol

What does the Diesel particulate filter (DPF) warning symbol mean on BMW cars?

Orange or red: a fault or hazard warning that should be taken seriously; the diesel particulate filter (DPF) needs attention. Have it serviced.

What does the Diesel particulate filter (DPF) warning symbol mean on Audi cars?

Relates to soot build-up or another condition of the diesel particulate filter. Read the instruction for your model before trying a regeneration drive: no single speed or rev routine suits every Audi. Repeated DPF alerts, other engine warnings or reduced power call for a diagnosis.

What does the Diesel particulate filter (DPF) warning symbol mean on Škoda cars?

Diesel cars: lights up with the amber triangle when the diesel particulate filter is clogged. Carry out the filter cleaning procedure.

Does the Diesel particulate filter (DPF) warning symbol mean the same on every appliance?

No. On BMW cars it means: Diesel particulate filter needs service. On Audi cars it means: Diesel particulate filter. On Škoda cars it means: Particulate filter clogged.

What does the Diesel particulate filter (DPF) warning symbol look like?

Amber filter housing outline with pipes on both sides and a pile of dots inside. It is also called “DPF” and “particulate filter”.

Checked against the source · Nov 11, 2026 · How we verify

• 120 km/h warning light (amber)Dashboard lights
• ABS text (amber)Dashboard lights
• ABS warningDashboard lights
• ACC adapting to road courseDashboard lights
• ACC braking insufficientDashboard lights
• ACC junction adaptationDashboard lights
• ACC not available (amber, car and gauge)Dashboard lights
• ACC onDashboard lights

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