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Detroit Diesel — Stationary Regeneration

Operation · Aftertreatment Device (ATD)

From a Detroit Diesel service manual — check it applies to your exact model before use.

Before you start

  • During stationary regeneration the exhaust gases will be extremely HOT and could cause a fire if directed at combustible materials.

Procedure

  1. Obtain regeneration button (J-47384) and plug into the vehicle 9 pin diagnostic port, located on the driver side lower rear door opening.
  2. Depress and hold the button for four seconds.
  3. Engine speed will increase to 1600 rpm and exhaust temperatures will rise to acceptable dosing levels.
  4. After achieving the required exhaust temperatures, dosing will occur.
  5. The driver MUST stay with the vehicle throughout the regeneration process.
  6. At conclusion of regeneration, the engine speed will return to idle.
  7. Remove the regeneration button from the 9-pin diagnostic port.

Tools required

  • Regeneration button (J-47384) Amazon

Tool links are Amazon searches (affiliate links); manufacturer special tools may only be available from a dealer.

Specs & values

  • Procedure will take 20 to 40 minutes
  • Engine speed increases to 1600 rpm

Source: Detroit Diesel service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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