In a heavy-duty truck, EGR and DPF mechanisms are designed to reduce the emission of harmful exhaust gasses. The EGR valve achieves this by recirculating a portion of the exhaust gas back into your engine’s cylinders. This process enhances engine efficiency and prevents DPF failure. An EGR’s main function is to decrease the quantity of nitrous oxide released via the vehicle’s exhaust system.
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The DPF is a device in the exhaust system of diesel trucks that captures and eliminates pollutants and carbon particles. It operates by trapping partially burned or unburned fuel from the exhaust and redirecting it back into the engine to be fully burned. This prevents the release of harmful substances into the air.
Why Should You Care?
Essentially, your truck’s EGR and DPF are crucial for controlling engine emissions. Regular maintenance is necessary for your engine to function smoothly and comply with emission standards. However, these systems can easily put a strain on the engine if not maintained properly, potentially leading to further issues with your truck.
EGR and DPF systems can become clogged with insufficient or improper truck maintenance, leading to a reduction in both power and efficiency. Ideally, you should follow a scheduled maintenance program to prevent these systems from clogging and to guarantee that your truck performs optimally.
Signs That The EGR & DPF Are Blocked
EGR and DPF systems are made for heavy-duty towing over great distances and may encounter problems if you use your diesel truck for short trips. You may notice an orange light appearing on your dashboard, indicating that the DPF is blocked. When this happens, it’s time to clean the DPF, and neglecting to do so accumulates soot that can block the filter. Furthermore, your oil level and fuel consumption may rise because of a dirty DPF.
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At Ohio Diesel, we are experts in cleaning and replacing DPFs to a professional standard. We leverage state-of-the-art equipment and techniques, including high-pressure airflow, to comprehensively clean both sides of the DPF system. Our service is guaranteed to achieve maximum filter performance, and we will only suggest replacing the DPF in case it has sustained internal damage that cannot be quickly repaired.
