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Diesel particulate filter indicator light (amber)

Amber: bold text "DPF". · also called “DPF light”, “diesel filter light”, “particulate filter light”

What it means on mazda

Particulate filter full

On: soot cannot be cleared automatically. Once warm (coolant 80 °C or more), drive at 20 km/h or more for about 15 to 20 minutes. Flashing: have the vehicle inspected immediately; engine output is restricted to protect the filter. Short trips, idling or driving at 15 km/h or less make it likelier.

Source · Manufacturer manual Mazda CX-5 Owner's Manual (online, EC market) — Warning/indicator lights · checked

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Questions about the Diesel particulate filter indicator light (amber) symbol

What does the Diesel particulate filter indicator light (amber) symbol mean on Mazda cars?
On: soot cannot be cleared automatically. Once warm (coolant 80 °C or more), drive at 20 km/h or more for about 15 to 20 minutes. Flashing: have the vehicle inspected immediately; engine output is restricted to protect the filter. Short trips, idling or driving at 15 km/h or less make it likelier.
What does the Diesel particulate filter indicator light (amber) symbol look like?
Amber: bold text "DPF". It is also called “DPF light”, “diesel filter light” and “particulate filter light”.

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