VOLVO
ECM-P245809 - Diesel Particulate Filter Regeneration Duration (Bank 1). General Failure Information. Component Failures
System
Engine Control Module (ECM)
Volvo models this fault code applies to
Applies to the following models:
2 modelsS80 (2007–), V70 (2008–)
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What does this fault code mean?
Although the code is named regeneration duration, it applies when the engine control module (ECM) has found that the particle filter is blocked or clogged. The fault applies to bank 1 and is based on comparing the pressure before and after the filter with the pressure sensor signal.
Possible causes
- Clogged particle filter
- Damaged particle filter pressure sensor
What you can do
- 1If you have a diagnostic tool, read the soot quantity in the particle filter and the pressure sensor signal in live data
- 2Inspect the connections to the pressure sensor for looseness and oxidation, and check that the hoses are intact
- 3Have a workshop check the pressure sensor and decide whether the particle filter is clogged and needs cleaning or replacing
Symptoms you may notice1
- No noticeable symptoms for the driver
General guidance for car owners. Diagnosis on the car can point to a different cause.