EXHAUST GAS DIFFERENTIAL PRESSURE SENSOR – DPS

Element responsible for measuring the pressure difference present in the exhaust gases, between the inlet and the outlet of the particle filter.

LOCATION

Located in the engine compartment, behind the throttle valve and is connected to the engine intake manifold through a hose or mounted directly on the intake manifold. Sometimes it is placed together with the ECU.

TYPES

• DPF: Particulate Filter Systems without Additive
• FAP: Particulate Filter Systems with Additive

UBICACIÓN

It is located before and after the particulate filter.

COMMON FAULT SYMPTOMS

• Loss of seal or blockage in a pipe
• Connector issue
• Leaks
• Deterioration in the pipes
• Deterioration in connection cables
• Aging

FAULT EFFECTS

• Particulate filter light illuminated on the dashboard
• Increased oil consumption
• Increased pollution levels
• Power loss
• Unnecessary filter regeneration