The pressure difference across the DPF is higher than expected โ indicating a significantly blocked DPF that may need forced regeneration or replacement.
Is It Safe to Drive With a P244B Code?
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Drive With Caution โ Get It Diagnosed Soon
You may be able to continue driving carefully for a short time, but this fault should be diagnosed promptly. If the EML is flashing, treat as a stop code.
Common Symptoms of a P244B Fault
Limp mode โ power severely restricted
Failed regeneration attempts
Possible Causes of P244B
A P244B code can be triggered by faults across several systems. Identifying the exact root cause requires proper diagnostic equipment and live data โ not just reading the code.
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DPF Severely Blocked
DPF is heavily blocked with soot โ forced regeneration or replacement may be needed.
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DPF Pressure Sensor Fault
Differential pressure sensor giving false high reading.
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DPF Sensor Pipe Issue
Pipe to sensor partially blocked causing artificially high reading.
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Wiring Fault
Electrical fault causing high sensor signal.
Why we don't list the exact part: A P244B code tells you what's happening but not why. Replacing parts without diagnosis is the most common way drivers waste money. A proper diagnosis identifies the specific cause first.
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P244B and Your MOT
A stored P244B fault code will cause your car to fail its MOT. The engine management light will be illuminated during the test โ an automatic failure. Get the fault diagnosed and repaired, then have the code cleared before booking your test.
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