Which FAW-Volkswagen models are equipped with particulate filters?
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FAW-Volkswagen models such as the Tayron and the 2021 Magotan 1.4T are equipped with particulate filters. A particulate filter is a ceramic filter installed in the exhaust system of diesel engines, designed to capture particulate emissions before they are released into 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 particulate filter through a dedicated pipe. Inside the filter, densely arranged bag-type filters capture the carbon particles on a metal fiber felt filter. When the accumulation of particles reaches a certain level, a burner at the end automatically ignites, burning off the captured carbon particles and converting them into harmless carbon dioxide, which is then released. To check if a FAW-Volkswagen model has a particulate filter, you can use the following three methods: Check the and to see if the particulate filter function is mentioned. Additionally, carefully review the fault codes in the manual to see if there is a "particulate filter" warning light indicator. Look at the label on the oil filler cap. If the cap clearly states 0W-20 grade oil, it indicates the presence of a particulate filter. Check the exhaust pipe behind the three-way catalytic converter for an additional cylindrical section. If present, this is the particulate filter.
Last year, I bought a FAW-Volkswagen Sagitar with the 1.5T engine, which came equipped with a particulate filter to meet the China VI emission standards. It drives fine in daily use, but occasionally prompts for regeneration, requiring a high-speed run to clear blockages. My neighbor’s Magotan and the new Tayron gasoline versions also have this device, especially models with the EA211 and EA888 engines, where it’s widely adopted. Older cars like the 2000 Passat didn’t have it, but now it’s almost unavoidable in new vehicles. For maintenance, it’s recommended to use original low-ash engine oil to avoid increased fuel consumption due to clogging. Other models like the T-Roc and Bora are similarly equipped—details can be confirmed in the maintenance manual or at the dealership. When choosing a car, check the specs carefully and avoid earlier versions.
