Is it safe to drive with Mercedes E220d W213 DPF Warning Light Regeneration?

Generally safe to drive for short distances, but the fault should be diagnosed and repaired promptly.

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Mercedes E220d W213 DPF Warning Light Regeneration — Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2016 | MyCarFault

Mercedes E220d W213 DPF Warning Light Regeneration

Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2016 OM654 2.0 CDI

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The DPF warning on W213 E220d requires a 20-minute motorway run at 60+ mph for passive regeneration. If the car is used exclusively in city traffic, the DPF cannot regenerate and will block progressively. Forced regen at a Mercedes workshop costs £100-200.

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