Mitsubishi MOTORS Outlander 2007, Owner'S Manual

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Diesel particulate filter (DPF)
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The diesel particulate filter (DPF) is a device that captures
most of the particulate matter (PM) in the exhaust emissions of
the diesel engine. The DPF automatically burns away trapped
PM during vehicle operation. Under certain driving conditions,
however, the DPF is not able to burn away all of the trapped
PM and, as a result, an excessive amount of PM accumulates
inside it.
NOTE
●
To minimize the likelihood of excessive accumulation of
PM, try to avoid driving for long periods at low speeds
and repeatedly driving short distances.
DPF warning lamp
There could be a system malfunction if “CHECK” is displayed
on the information screen in the multi-information display.
WARNING
!
● The DPF reaches very high temperatures. Do not
park your vehicle in areas where combustible mate-
rials such as dry grass or leaves can come in contact
with a hot exhaust system since a fire could occur.
CAUTION
!
●
Do not use any type of fuel or engine oil that is not
specified for your vehicle. Also, do not use any mois-
ture-removing agent or other fuel additive. Such
substances could have a detrimental effect on the
DPF.
Refer to “Fuel selection” on page 2 and “Engine oil”
on page 8-6.
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