Opel Meriva. Code 55 + amber symbols on dashboard

2011 Vauxhall Meriva 1.3L CDTi

Car: Vauxhall Meriva
Year: 2011
Variant: 1.3L CDTi

Categories: Electrics, ECU, Warnings & LightsEngine & DrivetrainRunning Rough, Starting & Power Loss

I have a code 55 and an amber filter(?) symbol displaying on dash. Mechanic said it was a sensor for a clogged particle filter and has cleaned filter & reset the fault. Keeps coming back after some hours/days .Recleaned filter a few times and eventually replaced this sensor. But after a day or so the caution code re-appears. Now ALSO the amber engine light is displaying and the car drives sluggishly. Anyone have similar issues and resolved it?

Problem added: Oct 8, 2020 (3 years ago)

sam

Points: 1

Very common if car is used for short journeys , this link explains,

https://www.rac.co.uk/drive/advice/emissions/diesel-particulate-filters/

Answered Oct 8, 2020 (3 years ago)

whittingehame

Points: 37,699

Thanks Whittingham! Apart from a blocked dpf I've just been reading about EGR systems that may be a factor if they're coking up. Is this a also a possibility??

Answered Oct 8, 2020 (3 years ago)

sam

Points: 1

EGR valve problems can also cause it to lose power and go into limp mode like you are experiencing .

Answered Oct 8, 2020 (3 years ago)

whittingehame

Points: 37,699

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Opel Meriva. Code 55 + amber symbols on dashboard

2011 Vauxhall Meriva 1.3L CDTi

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