OBD-II reference

All 9.533 generic OBD-II codes, explained in detail.

Causes, inspection steps and sources — a comprehensive DIY archive. Created and maintained with love for the detail. Good luck and have fun!

Powertrain generic / SAE

P200C

Particulate Filter Over Temperature (Bank 1)

A temperature sensor at the diesel particulate filter (DPF) on bank 1 has exceeded the safe limit — typically during a runaway regeneration. Continued operation can melt or crack the substrate.

SystemPowertrain
Typegeneric / SAE
GroupP2
Range / number– / 0C

Possible causes

  • Excessive soot load triggers runaway regeneration high
  • Post-injection over-fueling during regeneration medium
  • DPF temperature sensor reading drifts high low

Symptoms

  • Check engine light or DPF warning light on
  • Power loss / limp mode
  • Increased fuel consumption
  • Failed forced regeneration attempts

Inspection / repair

  • Difficulty: hard
  • DIY: shop recommended
  • Estimated cost: 200–4000 €
  • Estimated time: 1.5–8 h
  • Component: diesel particulate filter
  • Component: dpf temperature sensor
  • Component: regeneration strategy
  • MIL / check engine light
  • emissions-relevant
  • limp mode possible

Sources

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How to read OBD-II codes

The first letter names the vehicle system, the second digit distinguishes generic from manufacturer-specific, the remaining digits group fault area and number.

PPowertrain: engine, transmission, emissions
BBody: chassis trim, comfort, interior
CChassis: suspension, brakes, steering
UNetwork: CAN, control modules, communication