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Problems with Opel Movano 2016: Black smoke, low performance and faulty DPF regeneration

Hey guys, I have a problem with my Opel Movano, built in 2016, with a diesel engine. The symptoms are really strange - heavy black smoke when accelerating, the check engine light is on, the engine has hardly any power, the DPF regeneration no longer works and the exhaust smells bad. I'm already worried that the efficiency of the particulate filter is too low. Have any of you ever had a similar problem? How did you get it fixed at the garage and how did it go? Any help is welcome!

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The Opel Movano 2016 is experiencing issues such as heavy black smoke when accelerating, a lack of engine power, and a faulty Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) regeneration. These symptoms suggest that the particulate filter might be defective due to high mileage. The suggested solution is to have the vehicle inspected at a garage, where a professional mechanic can replace the defective particulate filter and perform a forced DPF regeneration using a professional diagnostic tool.

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RikeWolf

Hey, I had a similar problem with my 2014 Opel Vivaro. I'm definitely not a car mechanic, but I know a bit about it. I was told that the diesel particles were defective due to high mileage. I then had it fixed at the garage. They inspected the car, then replaced the defective particulate filter. Had to pay €1550 for it. It wasn't cheap, but since then my car has been running perfectly again. Could you perhaps give me a few more details about your vehicle? It would help me to be able to help you a little better.

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J_Smith93 (community.author)

Hey, thanks for your answer. My Opel now has 75428 km on it and the last service was recently. I hope that helps you. It all sounds like I need to have it checked at the garage too. Although €1550 is pretty steep if it gets that far. But if it helps to get the car running again, then it's a must.

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RikeWolf

Hey, no problem. With your mileage, it could be that the particulate filter is defective. As I said, it was the same for me and the symptoms are similar to yours. The €1550 figure was at my garage, so it may be cheaper or more expensive at yours. I would definitely ask and get an estimate. It may be an unpleasant expense, but a working car is worth it, isn't it? I hope I've been able to help you.

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J_Smith93 (community.author)

Thank you for sharing your experience with me. I think you're right, a working machine is always worth the price. I will definitely take your advice and get an estimate. Thanks again for your help, I hope this will solve my problem. See you then!

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GB348

How todo the dpf with Cary? I found no part in the software where to do a regeneration.

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Mandy

Error code is deleted but the engine control light is still on. Lamp does not go out after clearing fault.

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CarlyMechanic

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Error code is deleted but the engine control light is still on. Lamp does not go out after clearing fault.

If the engine control light is still on after clearing the fault, it could mean that the issue causing the error code hasn't been resolved. I recommend having your car inspected by a professional mechanic to identify and fix the underlying problem. Once the issue is fixed, the light should go out. Please keep us updated on your progress and let us know if you have any other questions.

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