What does GPF mean?

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McJade
07/29/25 12:26pm
GPF refers to the Gasoline Particulate Filter, which operates on a similar principle to the DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter). The GPF is used to capture particulate matter in vehicle exhaust. After the vehicle has been in use for some time, the particulate filter can become clogged, at which point the GPF indicator light will illuminate. Below is a related introduction: 1. Definition of GPF: The GPF (Gasoline Particulate Filter) is a filter installed in the engine emission system that captures particulate emissions before they enter the atmosphere. 2. Function of GPF: Its primary role is to reduce particulate matter. When the indicator light in the car comes on, it means that the particulate matter accumulated in the GPF has reached a level that requires cleaning. 3. How to handle the GPF light: If the indicator light is green, the situation is relatively better, and you can drive more on highways to allow the GPF to handle the deposited particles automatically. If the light is yellow, the solution is to increase the exhaust temperature to burn off the carbon deposits.
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