marvin_hartmann1

Skoda Kamiq Diesel Engine Power Loss and Smoke

I own a 2019 Skoda Kamiq with a diesel engine, and I'm experiencing some issues. The car has only 24148 km on it. I've noticed reduced engine power and smoke when accelerating. Could this be a defective diesel particulate filter?

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That sounds frustrating. I had a similar issue with my Vauxhall Insignia. It turned out to be a faulty sensor in the exhaust system that was causing the DPF to clog up prematurely. Have you checked the sensors? It might be worth investigating before you consider a DPF cleaning or filter replacement. What kind of driving do you usually do?

I appreciate the suggestion. Where exactly is this sensor located, and is it something I can check myself? I mostly drive in the city. Is DPF cleaning an alternative to filter replacement?

I'm not sure of the exact location of the sensor on your Skoda, but on my Insignia, it was near the DPF. Honestly, unless you're comfortable working on cars, I would recommend taking it to a workshop. City driving is known to cause DPF issues as the filter does not get hot enough to regenerate. DPF cleaning is an option, but if the filter is severely damaged, a filter replacement might be the only solution.

Thank you for sharing your experience. I took the Kamiq to a certified workshop, and they confirmed the DPF was defective. I opted for a filter replacement, costing 1550€. Hopefully, this resolves the issue and restores my fuel efficiency.

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