I have a 2014 Q5 TDI 3.0 that had the fix at 68,000 miles and now at 81,000 miles it threw a P226D00 code that the dealer says means I need a new DPF. He also says it's not covered under the extended warranty that came with the fix because it's considered a wear item. The warranty book states that the recommended maintenance schedule is not affected as it relates to DPF ash loading, but it also specifically states that the DPF IS covered. 81,000 is far short of the recommended maintenance interval of 110,000, the first time it's to be checked.
The DPF idiot light has not come on, just the check engine light with the P226D code. Has anyone else had this experience? I've opened a case with Audi Customer Service but so far they are deferring to the dealer.
UPDATE: A call to Audi Customer Care, sending them the pertinent page, a wait for a week, and the dealer was convinced the DPF is covered.
The DPF idiot light has not come on, just the check engine light with the P226D code. Has anyone else had this experience? I've opened a case with Audi Customer Service but so far they are deferring to the dealer.
UPDATE: A call to Audi Customer Care, sending them the pertinent page, a wait for a week, and the dealer was convinced the DPF is covered.
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