How does the DPF work on a Jaguar?
Like any filter, the DPF will gradually get clogged with the soot that it traps. However, the car is designed to clean it by heating this residue up, turning it to ash and expelling it.
Why did my Jaguar XF go from amber to red?
The DPF on my 2009 Jaguar XF was professionally cleaned after going from amber to red. The car had done high mileage (104,000), so I was kind of expecting it. 13,000 miles after the clean, it went straight to red with no amber warning.
How often does the amber DPF full light come on?
I bought my 2011 3l xf about 15months ago ever since I bought it the amber DPF full light comes on between 250 and 800 miles everytime it averages approx 400 mile. I do a fair amount of distance driving with a mixture of round town.
What does an orange light on the DPF mean?
This will cause the DPF to block partially and an orange light (left) will come on in the instrument cluster. Ignore the light and continue driving slowly or in traffic and eventually the engine will lose power and stop. This will prompt a trip to the garage and things will get expensive.
What should I do if I get DPF message on my Jaguar?
The DPF message is incredibly common – and irritating. You need to run the car for around 20 mins minimum at around 50 mph. The message should clear next time you start the engine. Getting the filters cleaned and reset at a Jaguar dealer isn’t cheap, but it’s really worthwhile.
Is there a problem with my Jaguar XF?
We had our XF done a few months ago and town driving mpg went up from average 26, to average 31. Also, the car feels more responsive. If you can’t clear the message, get the filters cleaned and reset pronto. There are a couple of intercooler valves that can become troublesome otherwise, resulting in a total engine shut down and a MEGA bill.
How long should you run a Jaguar XF?
You need to run the car for around 20 mins minimum at around 50 mph. The message should clear next time you start the engine. Getting the filters cleaned and reset at a Jaguar dealer isn’t cheap, but it’s really worthwhile. We had our XF done a few months ago and town driving mpg went up from average 26, to average 31.
Why did my XF DPF go into failsafe mode?
When our XF DPF played up, the car went into ‘failsafe’ mode on a Sunday afternoon, 10 miles from home. They sent a recovery truck which took the car home, then the AA who diagnosed the problem. The following day]
Like any filter, the DPF will gradually get clogged with the soot that it traps. However, the car is designed to clean it by heating this residue up, turning it to ash and expelling it.
Where can I buy a 3L XF Jaguar?
If anyone is considering buying a 3l xf here is a list of what in Ian’s world is normal. Light out 801 miles including hull-liverpool airport and back, hull to Castleford and back, hull to ferrybridge and back and hull to Grimsby and back, light on.
What kind of customer service does Hatfield Jaguar have?
I purchased a jaguar xf from Hatfield jaguar a little over a year ago now and I must admit on the whole their customer service is second to none. The service department are always as helpful as possible and staff friendly and polite. So why the negative rating you might ask?
Where is the particulate filter in a diesel car?
The Diesel Particulate Filter is in the exhaust system of all diesel-powered cars sold new since 2009. It is a vital component that is designed to enable cars to pass increasingly tough emissions legislation.