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Emissions Parameters
ARD Programmable Regeneration Monitoring
System
OEM
Description:
The ECM monitors the soot level in the Diesel Particulate
Filter (DPF). When the soot reaches a level that could
potentially damage the Caterpillar Regeneration
System (CRS), the ECM uses the ARD Programmable
Regeneration Monitoring System to determine the level
of action to take.
Available:
EPA’07 and newer C7, C9, C13 & C15 on-highway engines
Range:
Engine Range
Cat
Default
EPA’07 and
newer C7,
C9, C13 &
C15
Warning*
Shutdown
Derate
Shutdown
*Warning is only available for emergency horsepower ratings only.
Advantages:
Prevents engine and Caterpillar Regeneration System
(CRS) damage. Derate allows truck time to travel home
or to the shop
Disadvantages:
None
Recommendations:
✔ Take truck to Cat Dealer to have DPF cleaned