Why does my Peugeot 406 suffer an anti-pollution fault when towing in fourth gear?

I have a Peugeot 406 2.0 HDI and an anti-pollution error is causing my car to stall, and then when restarting it goes to limp mode. It has occurred twice, both times when towing and both times when in fourth gear with the foot to the floor. Next day the error is gone. Any ideas ?

Asked on 18 August 2010 by smn

Answered by Honest John

Yes, you have choked the diesel particulate filter. Use lower gears and higher revs.

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