RJ-1288-0

There is a glitch in the computer program that controls an automatic particulate matter (PM) removal function of the diesel particulate filter (DPF). Because of the glitch, the removal of PM inside the DPF is not properly done, and the automatic PM removal function may be activated even when there is excessive amount of PM. If this occurs, the temperature in the DPF may rise abnormally, which can damage the exhaust temperature sensor, leading to an illumination of the engine warning light. At worst, the DPF could be damaged, causing the PM emissions to exceed the standard.

Case Number: 
RJ-1288-0

Make/model:

Issued: 
Thu, 2004-10-28
Component: 
diesel particulate filter (DPF)
Affected: 
2 936
Correction: 
The computer should be replaced with the factory approved replacement unit. Also, the DPF and the exhaust temperature sensor should be inspected, and the damaged one should be replaced with a new. After the replacement of the computer is carried out, it becomes possible that engine oil is diluted with fuel depending on the usage of the DPF, and therefore, the following actions should be taken; (1) the oil level gauge should be replaced with the factory approved replacement unit with which the dilution of engine oil can be checked. (2) The caution sticker that explains how to check the amount of engine oil should be placed on the sun visor. (3) The engine oil should be changed and the amount should be adjusted to the correct level. (4) The caution sticker that explains what to do when the DPF light is illuminated etc. should be replaced with the factory approved replacement unit. (5) The users manual should be replaced with the one that includes additional information about what to do when the DPF light is illuminated etc. and the regular maintenance.
Identification: 
white paint on the back of the cover of the fuse box inside the passengers compartment
Vehicle: 
Make: 
Mazda
Type: 
KQ-SKF2V, KR-SKF2V
Period: 
01/12/2003..26/02/2004
Frame / Chassis No: 
SKF2V-100009..SKF2V-100764
Make: 
Mazda
Type: 
KR-SKF2M
Period: 
12/12/2003..26/02/2004
Frame / Chassis No: 
SKF2M-100007..SKF2M-100320
Make: 
Mazda
Type: 
KQ-SKF2T, KR-SKF2T
Period: 
08/12/2003..26/02/2004
Frame / Chassis No: 
SKF2T-100010..SKF2T-100341
Make: 
Mazda
Type: 
KR-SKF2L
Period: 
15/12/2003..26/02/2004
Frame / Chassis No: 
SKF2L-100006..SKF2L-100074
Make: 
Mazda
Type: 
KR-SKF6V
Period: 
02/02/2004..26/02/2004
Frame / Chassis No: 
SKF6V-100008..SKF6V-100107
Make: 
Mazda
Type: 
KR-SKF6M
Period: 
02/02/2004..26/02/2004
Frame / Chassis No: 
SKF6M-100003..SKF6M-100042
Make: 
Mazda
Type: 
KR-SKFHV
Period: 
03/02/2004..26/02/2004
Frame / Chassis No: 
SKFHV-100001..SKFHV-100004
Make: 
Mazda
Type: 
KR-SKFHM
Period: 
2/02/2004
Frame / Chassis No: 
SKFHM-100002
Make: 
Mitsubishi
Type: 
KQ-SKF2VM, KR-SKF2VM
Period: 
08/12/2003..20/02/2004
Frame / Chassis No: 
SKF2VM-100002..SKF2VM-100046
Make: 
Mitsubishi
Type: 
KR-SKF2MM
Period: 
16/12/2003..25/02/2004
Frame / Chassis No: 
SKF2MM-100001..SKF2MM-100033
Make: 
Mitsubishi
Type: 
KQ-SKF2TM, KR-SKF2TM
Period: 
22/12/2003..08/03/2004
Frame / Chassis No: 
SKF2TM-100001..SKF2TM-100044
Make: 
Mitsubishi
Type: 
KR-SKF2LM
Period: 
10/01/2004..24/02/2004
Frame / Chassis No: 
SKF2LM-100002..SKF2LM-100011
Make: 
Mitsubishi
Type: 
KR-SKF6VM
Period: 
08/12/2003..25/02/2004
Frame / Chassis No: 
SKF6VM-100002..SKF6VM-100009
Make: 
Mitsubishi
Type: 
KR-SKF6MM
Period: 
08/12/2003..23/02/2004
Frame / Chassis No: 
SKF6MM-100002..SKF6MM-100004
Make: 
Nissan
Type: 
KQ-SKF2VN, KR-SKF2VN
Period: 
15/12/2003..26/02/2004
Frame / Chassis No: 
SKF2VN-100002..SKF2VN-100652
Make: 
Nissan
Type: 
KR-SKF2MN
Period: 
15/12/2003..26/02/2004
Frame / Chassis No: 
SKF2MN-100002..SKF2MN-100274
Make: 
Nissan
Type: 
KQ-SKF2TN, KR-SKF2TN
Period: 
06/01/2004..26/02/2004
Frame / Chassis No: 
SKF2TN-100002..SKF2TN-100178
Make: 
Nissan
Type: 
KR-SKF2LN
Period: 
07/01/2004..25/02/2004
Frame / Chassis No: 
SKF2LN-100001..SKF2LN-100080
unique_id_feeds: 
135505