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Originally Posted by MarkEHansen
A Ford truck can really do the re-gen just sitting in the driveway? On my GMC, it says the truck must be at operating temperature - driving down the highway (for example).
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Yup. If the computer system is set to enable "operator commanded regeneration" then all you do is "click the buttons" and it starts. It'll do it while parked or while driving. Here's a bit of the explanation from the owner's manual:
"Once operator commanded regeneration starts, engine speed increases to
approximately 2000 rpm and the cooling fan speed increases. You will hear a
change in audible sound due to engine speed and cooling fan speed increases.
It is not necessary to open the hood on the engine compartment. Once operator commanded regeneration completes, the engine speed returns to normal idling. The exhaust system remains very hot for several minutes even after regeneration is complete. Do not reposition the vehicle over materials that could burn until the exhaust system has had sufficient time to cool. Depending on the amount of soot collected by the diesel particulate filter,
ambient temperature and altitude, operator commanded regeneration lasts
approximately 30 minutes."