| • | Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure. | 
| • | Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach. | 
| • | Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category. | 
The soot particles accumulate in the channels of the DPF and are burned off at regular intervals, through a process called regeneration or cleaning. The DPF cleaning process prevents the DPF from clogging. Excess soot in filter can cause a drop in engine performance and crack the filter during regeneration.
| • | The engine is running. | 
| • | The engine coolant temp (ECT) is between 73-96°C (163-205°F). | 
| • | The ECM detect to long regeneration times | 
| • | The above condition is met. | 
DTC P2458 is a Type C DTC.
DTC P2458 is a Type C DTC.
Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions
Control Module References for scan tool information
| • | The A/C is OFF. | 
| • | The vehicle is in Park or Neutral. | 
| • | Start and idle the engine. | 
| • | The engine coolant temperature (ECT) is greater than 40°C (104°F). | 
| ⇒ | If the DTC resets, replace the DPF filter. |