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Particle filter (amber filter with dots)

Orange filter housing with a grid of dots growing from small to large. · also called “DPF light”, “Diesel particulate filter”, “Particle filter warning”

What it means on peugeot

Particle filter nearly full

On diesels, lights orange and steady with a chime and a message when the particle filter is close to saturation. When traffic allows, drive at 37 mph (60 km/h) or more with the engine above 2,500 rpm until it goes out. If the message says the additive level is low, have it topped up without delay by a dealer or qualified workshop.

Source · Manufacturer manual Peugeot 208 handbook · checked

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Questions about the Particle filter (amber filter with dots) symbol

What does the Particle filter (amber filter with dots) symbol mean on Peugeot cars?
On diesels, lights orange and steady with a chime and a message when the particle filter is close to saturation. When traffic allows, drive at 37 mph (60 km/h) or more with the engine above 2,500 rpm until it goes out. If the message says the additive level is low, have it topped up without delay by a dealer or qualified workshop.
What does the Particle filter (amber filter with dots) symbol look like?
Orange filter housing with a grid of dots growing from small to large. It is also called “DPF light”, “Diesel particulate filter” and “Particle filter warning”.

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