When should a regen occur?
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Depending on how hot the DPF got during the time that you knew it was in an active, it is possible for the process to continue once you park and keep the truck running. It takes 5 or more minutes for the exhaust temperature to drop below an effective regen level after active regen has ceased and the truck is idling. Normally a full cycle takes 8-10 miles depending on how you are driving. Obviously the less rpm and the less work the truck is doing, the longer a cycle takes.
If you are parked and idling, there really isn't any way to know what is happening without some sort of monitor. I highly recommend the Edge Insight CTS. Not only does it help to plan and execute efficient regen cycles, but it can read and clear trouble codes which can be a life saver in some situations. For less than $400, it is a sound investment. I think the Scangauge is less expensive, but it is also less capable and has a less visible screen.
If you are parked and idling, there really isn't any way to know what is happening without some sort of monitor. I highly recommend the Edge Insight CTS. Not only does it help to plan and execute efficient regen cycles, but it can read and clear trouble codes which can be a life saver in some situations. For less than $400, it is a sound investment. I think the Scangauge is less expensive, but it is also less capable and has a less visible screen.
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I highly recommend the Edge Insight CTS. Not only does it help to plan and execute efficient regen cycles, but it can read and clear trouble codes which can be a life saver in some situations. For less than $400, it is a sound investment. I think the Scangauge is less expensive, but it is also less capable and has a less visible screen.
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Apologies if I sound ignorant. I did read all of the posts in this thread. As well as the diesel manual.
This is my first diesel and I had my first "Drive to Clean Exhaust" yesterday as I was driving. The next screen that came on was "Exhaust Cleaning in Progress." However, I did not see anything after that. And I drove the truck for another 15 or so miles after that.
I did press the i button on the information system after getting to my destination and the "1 Warning" that was previously there was now cleared. So I can assume that the regen was completed even though there was not a message saying it was completed?
This is my first diesel and I had my first "Drive to Clean Exhaust" yesterday as I was driving. The next screen that came on was "Exhaust Cleaning in Progress." However, I did not see anything after that. And I drove the truck for another 15 or so miles after that.
I did press the i button on the information system after getting to my destination and the "1 Warning" that was previously there was now cleared. So I can assume that the regen was completed even though there was not a message saying it was completed?
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Apologies if I sound ignorant. I did read all of the posts in this thread. As well as the diesel manual.
This is my first diesel and I had my first "Drive to Clean Exhaust" yesterday as I was driving. The next screen that came on was "Exhaust Cleaning in Progress." However, I did not see anything after that. And I drove the truck for another 15 or so miles after that.
I did press the i button on the information system after getting to my destination and the "1 Warning" that was previously there was now cleared. So I can assume that the regen was completed even though there was not a message saying it was completed?
This is my first diesel and I had my first "Drive to Clean Exhaust" yesterday as I was driving. The next screen that came on was "Exhaust Cleaning in Progress." However, I did not see anything after that. And I drove the truck for another 15 or so miles after that.
I did press the i button on the information system after getting to my destination and the "1 Warning" that was previously there was now cleared. So I can assume that the regen was completed even though there was not a message saying it was completed?
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Here is a link to the Edge Edge Products| Product With the new Edge software you can start a regen event manually while the truck is parked in your driveway, but your tailpipe should be pointed away from things that melt or catch fire. Ive used that feature a couple times already when I just don't want to drive to clean exhaust. It is a little loud as the cooling fan engages and RPMs go to 1500 for the duration but it gets soot % down to .98 on my truck in 10 minutes.
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Here is a link to the Edge Edge Products| Product With the new Edge software you can start a regen event manually while the truck is parked in your driveway, but your tailpipe should be pointed away from things that melt or catch fire. Ive used that feature a couple times already when I just don't want to drive to clean exhaust. It is a little loud as the cooling fan engages and RPMs go to 1500 for the duration but it gets soot % down to .98 on my truck in 10 minutes.
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All I know about diesel engines is what I read in the Ford Diesel Manual. And I remember reading a way to do a regen at idle, in your driveway, without any aftermarket software. Provided your truck has the capability and correct factory options. Is this true? Or did I misinterpret the manual?
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That was going to be my next question. Is my truck equipped? Or, what would the truck need to have in order to be equipped?
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It is not very specific in the manual.
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Only Chassis Cab trucks, XLT and XL models I believe have the OCR feature. These would be ordered to preform work as ambulances, tow trucks, work horses idling for long periods or using a PTO. This would allow firms mechanics to do a regen when these customers more than likely cant just drive to clean whenever the truck wants it.
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Hey thanks a lot Fellas. The diesel manual was pretty straight forward, except for the part on the OCR Regen. It did not list any models or 'necessary equipment' needed for this.
I do have some questions on the Edge CTS. However, I believe I should ask them on the appropriate thread. Thanks for the clarification.
I do have some questions on the Edge CTS. However, I believe I should ask them on the appropriate thread. Thanks for the clarification.
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Hey thanks a lot Fellas. The diesel manual was pretty straight forward, except for the part on the OCR Regen. It did not list any models or 'necessary equipment' needed for this.
I do have some questions on the Edge CTS. However, I believe I should ask them on the appropriate thread. Thanks for the clarification.
I do have some questions on the Edge CTS. However, I believe I should ask them on the appropriate thread. Thanks for the clarification.
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