Check engine light is on #7E8: Engine P2459?

2013 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG
190,000 MILES • 2.0L • V6 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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Check engine light is on - vehicle seems to be running fine

#7E8: Engine P2459 - Particulate Filter Regeneration Frequency Bank 1
Aug 25, 2024 at 10:01 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

The code you have is specific to a diesel engine's particulate filter. This code usually indicated the need for regeneration or replacement of a dirty filter.

Take a look at the pic below and let me know your thoughts or questions.

Take care,

Joe

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