This function is used to burn soot particles in the particle filter.
Note:
Burning of soot particles (regeneration) shall be done outdoors. The particle filter gets very hot, leave the vehicle on a non-flammable ground surface. To avoid subsequent damage, only perform regeneration once! The burn process may take up to 40 minutes.
Test conditions:
Engine idling.
Coolant temperature at least 72 °C.
No pedal may be activated.
Procedure:
Press "OK" to start the function.
A dialogue box shows status for coolant temperature, wait for correct temperature. See test conditions.
Press "OK" to start the regeneration.
A dialogue box shows status for regeneration. If the burn has to be cancelled, select "Cancel" and turn off the ignition when the rpm has stabilized.
Regeneration takes approx. 40 min.
A dialogue box shows: "Burn finished" after successful regeneration.
If the burn fails or is cancelled, check test conditions, the particle filter may need to be replaced.