Inside Line: TecRMI

05 January 2015

Vauxhall Zafira Mk II 1.9 CDTI

Particulate filter malfunction, loss in power and regeneration is not possible

Reference number(s): 2827
Fault symptoms: Diesel particulate filter clogged. Loss in power. Particle filter regeneration is not possible
Causes: Too many particle filter regenerations have been aborted due to predominant short-distance trips.
Remedy: Clean the particle filter. Carry out particulate filter regeneration.

Procedure

Lift vehicle
Remove exhaust-gas temperature sensor (1)
Spray concentrated cleaner into particulate filter using a probe. (2) (3)
(see figure)
Carry out a test drive

Vauxhall Zafira Mk II 1.9 CDTI

Alternator issues: Battery discharged and makes noises

Reference number(s): 2920
Fault symptoms: Battery discharged. Noise in the region of the accessory drive belt. Causes: Production defect.
Remedy: Replace pulley of generator.