Does the Q3 have a particulate filter?

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Audi Q3 is equipped with a particulate filter, which is standard across all models of the Audi Q3 series. Therefore, the Audi Q3 does have a particulate filter. A particulate filter is a ceramic filter installed in the exhaust system of diesel engines, designed to capture particulate emissions before they enter the atmosphere. It can reduce soot emissions from diesel engines by more than 90%, and the captured particulate matter is subsequently burned off during vehicle operation. How the particulate filter works: 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. The densely arranged bag filters inside capture the carbon particles on a filter made of metal fiber felt. When the accumulation of particles reaches a certain level, the burner at the end automatically ignites, burning off the captured carbon particles and converting them into harmless carbon dioxide. To check if your Audi Q3 has a particulate filter, you can use the following three methods: Refer to the and to see if the particulate filter function is mentioned. Additionally, carefully review the fault codes in the manual to check for any 'particulate filter' warning light indicators. 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 an additional cylindrical section. If present, that is the particulate filter.