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P246C

Particulate Filter Restriction - Forced Limited Power Bank 1

System
Auxiliary emission controls (P code)
Lamp
Check Engine Light
Category
Powertrain - Auxiliary Emissions Controls

What it means

P246C means Particulate Filter Restriction - Forced Limited Power Bank 1.

Check these first

  • A bank 1 DPF loaded with soot past the limit
  • A DPF that cannot regenerate due to a sensor fault
  • Low engine oil that limits the regeneration cycle
  • A clogged air intake that raises soot output

What to do next

  1. Read the bank 1 DPF soot load on a scan tool
  2. Run a forced regeneration and watch for a temperature rise
  3. Check the air filter and intake for a restriction
  4. Check engine oil level and condition
  5. Clean or replace the DPF if regeneration cannot lower the soot load
  6. Clear the code and retest

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Updated

Generic SAE J2012 definition. Last updated 2026-10-10.