Does the 2020 Audi Q5L have a particulate filter?
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Audi Q5L models from 2020 and earlier do not have particulate filters, while models from 2021 onwards are equipped with particulate filters. A particulate filter is a ceramic filter installed in the diesel engine's emission system that captures particulate emissions before they enter the atmosphere. It can reduce soot produced by diesel engines by more than 90%, and the captured particulate emissions are subsequently burned off during vehicle operation. Working principle of the particulate filter: The diesel particulate filter is coated with metals such as platinum, rhodium, and palladium. The black smoke containing carbon particles emitted by the diesel engine enters the exhaust particulate trap through a dedicated pipe. After passing through the densely arranged bag-type filters inside, the carbon particles are adsorbed onto the filter made of metal fiber felt. When the adsorption of particles reaches a certain level, the burner at the end automatically ignites, burning off the carbon particles adsorbed on it and converting them into harmless carbon dioxide. To check whether the 2020 Audi Q5L has a particulate filter, you can use the following three methods: Check the and to see if there is a particulate filter function. Additionally, you can carefully review the fault codes in the manual to see if there is a "particulate filter" warning light indicator. Check the label on the oil cap. If the oil cap clearly indicates the use of 0W-20 grade oil, it means the vehicle is equipped with a particulate filter. Look at the exhaust pipe behind the three-way catalytic converter to see if there is a cylindrical section. If there is, that is the particulate filter.
