Does the Geely Boyue have a particulate filter?
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Geely Boyue Pro high-end models are equipped with particulate filters, while low-end models do not have particulate filters. A particulate filter is a ceramic filter installed in the exhaust system of diesel engines, which 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 specialized pipeline. It then passes through the densely arranged bag-type filters inside, adsorbing the carbon particles onto the filter made of metal fiber felt. When the amount of adsorbed particles reaches a certain level, the burner at the end automatically ignites, burning off the adsorbed carbon particles and converting them into harmless carbon dioxide. To check whether the Boyue has a particulate filter, you can use the following three methods: Check the and to see if there is a particulate filter function. Additionally, carefully review the fault codes in the manual to see if there is a "particulate filter" fault light indicator. Check the label on the oil filler cap. If the cap clearly indicates 0W-20 grade oil, it means the vehicle is equipped with a particulate filter. Look behind the three-way catalytic converter to see if there is a cylindrical section on the exhaust pipe. If there is, that is the particulate filter.
As someone who frequently deals with modern automotive technology, I've observed that the Geely Boyue indeed comes equipped with a particulate filter (GPF) on many of its newer models, especially after meeting the China VI emission standards. The GPF is installed in the exhaust system primarily to capture fine particulate matter and reduce air pollution. Based on the Boyue's configurations, models produced after 2019, particularly those with small-displacement turbocharged engines, generally come with GPF as standard equipment. This is directly related to regulations – after China implemented the China VI standard, gasoline vehicles must adopt such technologies to control exhaust emissions. If you're driving an older model or an imported version not compliant with China VI, it likely doesn't have a GPF. Regarding maintenance, the GPF requires periodic high-speed driving for regeneration to prevent clogging and subsequent fuel consumption issues. I recommend owners occasionally take highway trips after short city commutes to keep the system functioning smoothly. Overall, the GPF design in modern Boyue models is quite reasonable – environmentally friendly and safe, requiring minimal special attention.
