2.0 TDI CRLB frequent regeneration

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gregga
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2.0 TDI CRLB frequent regeneration

Post by gregga » Tue Feb 22, 2022 2:38 pm

Hello,

I have an issue regarding frequent DPF regeneration which is triggered by measured soot mass.
Car: Passat B8, MY 2016, 2.0 TDI CRLB without SCR. 170kkm of mileage.

What i already did to solve problem:
replaced fuel incjectors
replaced EGR + exhaust system cleaning - old one was leaky
DPF was cleaned.
DPF sensors replaced for original ones ( i am the lucky one, who has two...)
condition of the engine was checked - nothing was found...

DPF values after cleaning:
short after regeneration - on iddle pressure : 3-4 hpa, max load: ~250hpa
when dirty - on iddle - 12-15hpa, max laod ~ 300-350hpa


The problem is that DPF regeneration is triggered by measured soot mass which is growing much faster than calculated - regeneration between 80-140km. All the rest is fine. Regeneration process runs smoothly, the only problem after is this growing measured soot mass.

Is there anything else to be checked (like sensors) before removing / replacing DPF? Do you have any idea what kind of logs could i do to check whether some sensor is not working properly even doesn't return any error?

Thanks a lot for any suggestions in advance

best regards,
Grzegorz
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Re: 2.0 TDI CRLB frequent regeneration

Post by admin » Tue Feb 22, 2022 6:30 pm

I don't have direct experience, but when the calculated soot mass is replaced by the measured soot mass to trigger the regeneration, this means some sensore failure. At least based on the feedback received by users in last years. This is also the reason why many of them asked me to add the measured value that I though was useless due to its crazy values. Then I understood that this parameter become usable when there is a sensor failure. I still don't understand this strategy made by VAG engineers, but this seems the logic in these 2 parameters.
Said that, I don't know what's exactly your problem... You should try to find someone who experienced the same issue or better an expert guy that can suggest you the best solution.

Many times I see the easiest suggestion: replace every part of the system one by one, but it's not the cheapest solution for sure. Better to find the real source of the problem.
Keep us informed, this experience will be useful for many others.

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Re: 2.0 TDI CRLB frequent regeneration

Post by gregga » Tue Feb 22, 2022 10:32 pm

Thanks,

The only problem is every workshop i visited (including official VW) are looking for the errors. If there is no error found then the only suggestion is to replace DPF for a new one...

When i was checking the web i found some posts suggesting that EGT sensor may be the reason. Mine does not report any malfunction. I am wondering whether this is possible that it lowers or inflates the values... but according to logs all is good there. Next question, if so, is - which one.. there are at least three as far i know...
Of course the easiest way would be to replace all sensors.. but it can be a bit expensive...
Anyway there is something for sure wrong, because some time ago, before i discovered DPF problems i tuned up this car. What is important series shown 157km and 380nm what is even better than factory. After modification it was 185km and 460nm... pretty good i would say. The only problem was EGT problems on high load... then i started to look for the problem. First suggestion was to replace injections - did not help, then we opened the engine and found EGR failure and a lot of mess in intake system... all was repaired, cleaned including DPF.
After that there were still problems with EGT, so i turned back to original software - there is no problems with temperatures now...

Do you or anybody know how the VAG DPF algorithm really works - i mean from where the values are exactly being taken in order to calculate or measure the soot?

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Re: 2.0 TDI CRLB frequent regeneration

Post by admin » Wed Feb 23, 2022 7:23 pm

I've seen many times failures not reported in the ECU log, so don't trust in it. The best would be to ask to a real engine expert, not to the common service guy that we often find the the official services.

About last the question: VAG DPF simply reads parameters coming from the ECU, the calculation inside the app is only to convert the hexadecimal value into decimal using the proper formula. The values provided by the diagnostic port have been already calculated by the engine ECU, but this calculation isn't a public information.
Some parameters are easily understandable, but others are quite odd, for example the measured soot mass that comes with negative values.

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Re: 2.0 TDI CRLB frequent regeneration

Post by andycollings » Wed Feb 23, 2022 7:54 pm

Unfortunately, your problem could be many things. The default is always to replace the DPF. As you know, this is not a cheap option. Cleaning a DPF is not always successful and can cause damage to the precious metals internally. From the research I have done on my engine 2.0 BiTDI, your post - cleaning differential pressure looks high at 250hpa. It's hard to find specific data, but I've seen lots to suggest 100hpa max. Does the pressure increase further when you drive a car? It makes sense that there shouldn't be much pressure if the exhaust gases are flowing freely through the DPF. Any kind of blockage or restriction will cause an increase.

One thing you could check is the DPF pressure sensor. There is a very useful YouTube video that takes you through how to check the voltage and operation. If that is faulty, it can give a high pressure reading, which the ECU will interpret as a blocked DPF.

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Re: 2.0 TDI CRLB frequent regeneration

Post by gregga » Sat Mar 19, 2022 10:16 am

Hi,

Thanks for your reply. Regarding differential pressure - it increase further... on the clean DPF (after reg.) max load increases pressure up to ~200-250 hpa and up to ~350 when dpf is full. What i also observed is that when engine (and dpf) is cold pressures are rather good. The problem starts after engine get some temperature.

Anyway - will update when there will be any progress...

Thanks.

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Re: 2.0 TDI CRLB frequent regeneration

Post by Nikolay » Tue Aug 16, 2022 12:50 pm

Hi,
Do you find where is the issue?

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Re: 2.0 TDI CRLB frequent regeneration

Post by Nikolay » Fri Sep 30, 2022 4:59 pm

Hi admin,

Do you have email if the persin raise this topic, as i Just want to ask him whether he manage to find a solutions, as i have the same issue.

Thank you!

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Re: 2.0 TDI CRLB frequent regeneration

Post by admin » Fri Sep 30, 2022 5:14 pm

You can find his email clicking on the username to open the user details.

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Re: 2.0 TDI CRLB frequent regeneration

Post by Nikolay » Sat Oct 01, 2022 4:55 pm

Thank you. I guess that i sent him a message through app. Is it possible to check and confirm whether it was sent? I use the private message functionality.

Kind Regards,

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Re: 2.0 TDI CRLB frequent regeneration

Post by admin » Sun Oct 02, 2022 2:04 pm

You can only verify when the user reads the message checking if it moves from "outbox" to "sent" folder in your private message page.

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Re: 2.0 TDI CRLB frequent regeneration

Post by PKalle » Mon Oct 03, 2022 2:32 pm

@Nikolay - did you get in touch with Gregga, who started the post?
I have same problem.
My regeneration starting when measured soot mass reach aprox 22 g - then calculated soot mass raise to aprox 22 g (from around 13 g)
I have the impression that, measured soot normaly is very low...often in minus).
Everything - but measured soot - seem to be normal, and also behaving normal....no jumps in value.

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Re: 2.0 TDI CRLB frequent regeneration

Post by Nikolay » Wed Oct 05, 2022 9:05 am

Hi,
Unfortunately not. Ive tried to find some information how the system is determined soot mass measures level and if some specific sensor or.... But with no success.

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Re: 2.0 TDI CRLB frequent regeneration

Post by PKalle » Fri Oct 07, 2022 11:52 am

@Nikolay - talked to someone yesterday, who told me, that if the nozzles is not correct adjusted - they possible will soot a lot. Have you had your nozzle balance checked?
What I also think looks to be a fact, is that the CRLB EA288 engine do soot more, and therefore regen. more than most engines.
Pls. do let me know, if you find a solution.
Best regards Peter

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Re: 2.0 TDI CRLB frequent regeneration

Post by Fastass » Sun Jun 04, 2023 9:19 am

U should try replace the NOX senzor on dpf , as admin says if soot measured going up faster than the calculated is a bad reading of the senzor, the senzor is not faulty and thats why not showing error but im sure the senzor not reading corectly...

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Re: 2.0 TDI CRLB frequent regeneration

Post by gregga » Thu Jul 20, 2023 11:00 pm

Hello again,

My problem remains unsolved and is even worse - now regenerations starts every 30-40km when driving in city.
EGT is still an issue, even on original software is too high. I think that the problem is cause either by oil in the chamber or DPF which is somehow broken and gas does not have enough space to leave... no idea. Openinig and repairing the engine costs a lot... better to find new one...

Oil consuption increased lately also.. now is about 0,6L / 1000KM...

Beside above - no issues... engine works perfectly...

I will revert when I will find solution

BR
Grzegorz

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Re: 2.0 TDI CRLB frequent regeneration

Post by FatherOfSound » Thu Aug 03, 2023 12:23 pm

Have you find any solution? I have same problem, same car, same engine code...

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Re: 2.0 TDI CRLB frequent regeneration

Post by moog » Fri Jan 05, 2024 7:06 pm

Same engine same thing...
68% ash on 275.000km
Calc and measured ...different values after some distance since regeneration...
Diferential pressure after regen is 3-4... (new differential sensors :| )
Still search for a solution...I have ~6months already searching...
It seams it is a common problem to this engine... and not only...

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