OBD-II code · Powertrain (generic, extended)
P244C Exhaust Temperature Too Low For Particulate Filter Regeneration Bank 1
During an attempted regeneration of the bank 1 DPF the EGT did not reach the temperature window needed for soot oxidation. Regeneration could not start or was held. Driving in higher load is needed.
Is it safe to drive with P244C?
Usually safe to drive in the short term. Get it diagnosed when convenient, sooner if the car drives differently.
Common causes
- Most likelyEngine load too low for regeneration
Symptoms
- Check engine light or DPF warning light on
- Power loss / limp mode
- Increased fuel consumption
- Failed forced regeneration attempts
Repair at a glance
- Difficulty
- Easy
- DIY friendly
- Often, with basic tools
- Typical labour
- 0–1 h
- Emissions test
- Likely to fail
- Parts involved
- Dpf B1, Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor B1
Related codes
- P244EExhaust Temperature Too Low For Particulate Filter Regeneration Bank 2
- P2449AIR System High Air Flow Bank 2
- P244ADiesel Particulate Filter Differential Pressure Too Low
- P244BDiesel Particulate Filter Differential Pressure Sensor Offset
- P244DExhaust Temperature Too High For Particulate Filter Regeneration Bank 1
- P244FExhaust Temperature Too High For Particulate Filter Regeneration Bank 2
Code data: OBDex open dataset (CC0). Labour times are typical ranges, not a quote.