GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Important: The DPF Regeneration Enable is required when specific service procedures have been performed. Do not perform a DPF Regeneration Enable unless instructed to in the Repair Instruction section of the service procedure. After the system repair perform the following to avoid possible damage to the DPF.

  1. Ignition ON, clear all DTCs with a scan tool.
  2. Select DPF Regeneration Enable within the Special Function menu.
  3. Select ON.
  4. The selection can be confirmed by the DPF Regeneration Reason parameter indicating Device Control.
  5. Exit the Special Function Menu. The scan tool can now be removed.

The vehicle will perform an active Regeneration as soon as the engine running conditions are met.