Soot filter full !

Longman · Jun 8th, 2018, 23:00

My S80 has tonight displayed soot filter full- see manual along with engine service required
Obviously the car’s an oil burner
I’ve had the car awhile and unfortunately do mostly short local runs so not ideal for the cars inherent health as I’m led to believe
However this is the first time I’ve had this particular message on the dash
The cars lacking some power too but I’d say not in limp mode however
I’ve got a trip to Cardiff planned tomorrow so therefore have the ideal opportunity to do a ’regen’
What is the process for this scenario guys ?
Also is it of any benefit to fill up with premium fuel for the trip and planned ‘regen’ ?
Would there likewise be something to be gained by adding a bottle of redex to the tank too ?
Finally How do I know when the regeneration process is complete ?
Regards
Chris

reggit · Jun 9th, 2018, 06:54

As far as I know, the car will regen when the conditions are right for it. You don't do anything and won't really know when it's completed. Hopefully the light should go out. I think if you put the instantaneous MPG readout on, you see a drop when the regen is in progress.
PS - I drive an E3 without all that gubbins, so that is what I've read on the forum previously, not experience.
Car shouldn't need expensive fuel/additives.

S60D5-185 · Jun 9th, 2018, 07:23

If the message only came on last night and the car is not in limp mode, the journey to Cardiff could well sort it.

Personally I would get it onto the motorway and do the journey non stop so that the regen does not get interrupted midway through it's cycle.

Good luck and hope it sorts itself for you.

The warning message should sort itself if the soot filter has been cleared after the drive.

Longman · Jun 9th, 2018, 09:43

Thanks guys

Regards
Chris

colinbos · Jun 9th, 2018, 10:31

Do come back and tell us, please.

Longman · Jun 10th, 2018, 03:56

Update- completed my trip to Cardiff and no change

Still got the soot filter message and engine service on the dash display
Am I now looking at a forced regeneration session at the dealer or a new dpf?
Regards
Chris

Jun 8th, 2018, 23:00	#1
Longman Junior Member Last Online: Jul 5th, 2018 10:48 Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Bordon	Soot filter full ! My S80 has tonight displayed soot filter full- see manual along with engine service required Obviously the car’s an oil burner I’ve had the car awhile and unfortunately do mostly short local runs so not ideal for the cars inherent health as I’m led to believe However this is the first time I’ve had this particular message on the dash The cars lacking some power too but I’d say not in limp mode however I’ve got a trip to Cardiff planned tomorrow so therefore have the ideal opportunity to do a ’regen’ What is the process for this scenario guys ? Also is it of any benefit to fill up with premium fuel for the trip and planned ‘regen’ ? Would there likewise be something to be gained by adding a bottle of redex to the tank too ? Finally How do I know when the regeneration process is complete ? Regards Chris

Jun 9th, 2018, 06:54	#2
reggit Premier Member Last Online: Today 16:41 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Preston	As far as I know, the car will regen when the conditions are right for it. You don't do anything and won't really know when it's completed. Hopefully the light should go out. I think if you put the instantaneous MPG readout on, you see a drop when the regen is in progress. PS - I drive an E3 without all that gubbins, so that is what I've read on the forum previously, not experience. Car shouldn't need expensive fuel/additives. __________________ 2009 Volvo V70 D5 (Polestar 225bhp) r-design 180,000 miles

Jun 9th, 2018, 07:23	#3
S60D5-185 Me ? Surely Not! Last Online: Apr 25th, 2024 19:48 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: 2007 Volvo XC90 D5 Geartronic. South of Hadrians Wall.	If the message only came on last night and the car is not in limp mode, the journey to Cardiff could well sort it. Personally I would get it onto the motorway and do the journey non stop so that the regen does not get interrupted midway through it's cycle. Good luck and hope it sorts itself for you. The warning message should sort itself if the soot filter has been cleared after the drive. __________________ “Do the right thing. It will gratify some people and astonish the rest.” – Mark Twain 😊 2007 Volvo XC90 D5 SE Geartronic

Jun 9th, 2018, 09:43	#4
Longman Junior Member Last Online: Jul 5th, 2018 10:48 Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Bordon	Thanks guys Regards Chris

Jun 9th, 2018, 10:31	#5
colinbos 2008 XC90 D5 SE Last Online: Mar 28th, 2022 20:27 Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Formby	Do come back and tell us, please.

Jun 10th, 2018, 03:56	#6
Longman Junior Member Last Online: Jul 5th, 2018 10:48 Join Date: Oct 2017 Location: Bordon	Update- completed my trip to Cardiff and no change Still got the soot filter message and engine service on the dash display Am I now looking at a forced regeneration session at the dealer or a new dpf? Regards Chris

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