Exhaust & emissions

Petrol particulate filter

Traps particles in the exhaust of equipped petrol engines.

Where it sits

In the exhaust of applicable petrol models.

How it works

A porous structure traps particles while the system manages conditions that allow soot oxidation.

Think of it as

A fine-particle catcher after combustion.

Symptoms when it fails

A warning or restriction needs diagnosis of sensors, combustion and actual filter loading.

Lifespan

Condition, contamination, operating pattern and the underlying engine matter more than a universal age limit.

Repair cost

Sensors and joints differ greatly from complete after-treatment assemblies. First repair the cause of contamination or abnormal combustion.

The BMW angle

Petrol-filter equipment varies by BMW production date and market; a model badge alone is insufficient.

Used in

Equipped BMW petrol models, according to engine, production date and market. Not all petrol generations have one.

Sources
Same system

Exhaust & emissions