
ENGINE EXHAUST 
AFTERTREATMENT
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Three Position Regeneration Switch
Start
Depressing the button in the START 
direction for 4 seconds will initiate a 
parked regerneration.
Center
Center is the normal position of the switch.
The center position will allow an automatic 
regeneration to occur.
Stop
When STOP is pressed the system will not regenerate 
under any conditions.
Do not leave the switch in the Stop position unless you 
need to cancel or stop regeneration.
Note: This information is for reference only. Consult the Aftertreatment
Supplement (Y53-6005) included with your vehicle for a complete 
description of exhaust aftertreatment.
CONVENTIONAL
MODEL TRUCKS 
Y53-6010 Printed in U.S.A. 4/07
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NOTE: THIS INFORMATION IS FOR REFERENCE ONLY. CONSULT THE AFTERTREATMENT SUPPLEMENT
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(Y53-6005) INCLUDED WITH YOUR VEHICLE FOR A COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF EXHAUST AFTERTREATMENT.
Exhaust System Warning Lamp/Icons
High Exhaust System Temperature – HEST
Warns the driver when exhaust temperature 
is elevated.
Diesel Particulate Filter – DPF
Indicates when the DPF requires regeneration.
Check Engine
Indicates exhaust system operating conditions that 
will cause engine de-rate.
Stop Engine
Indicates exhaust system operating conditions that 
will force engine shut-down.
Exhaust System Warnings Operator Actions
1st Level Warning
DPF lamp is on steady. The DPF is becoming clogged with soot and needs
regeneration. If the warning is ignored the DPF will 
become increasingly clogged.*
2nd Level Warning
DPF lamp flashes once every second. The DPF is becoming increasingly clogged with
soot, and requires regenerating soon. If the warning 
is ignored the DPF will become increasingly clogged 
and could result in an engine de-rate.*
3rd Level Warning
DPF lamp flashes.
Check Engine Warning lamp is on.
The engine de-rates power, because the DPF is 
clogged with soot. The DPF requires immediate 
regeneration. If the warning is ignored the vehicle 
will soon begin an engine shutdown.*
4th Level Warning
Caterpillar Engine
DPF lamp flashes.
Check Engine Warning lamp is on.
Stop Engine lamp is on.
Cummins Engine
Stop Engine lamp is on.
The DPF and Check Engine warning lamps will 
turn OFF.
Regeneration cannot be performed, and the engine 
ECU will begin a shutdown sequence.
When the engine begins to shutdown, you CANNOT 
initiate regeneration. Refer to the Engine 
Manufacturer’s Operation and Maintenance Manual 
for further instructions.
Dealership Service will be required.