Honda 2007 Civic Hatchback Owner's Manual page 111

Multi-Information Display
DPF (Regeneration Required)
Diesel models with DPF (Diesel
Particulate Filter)
If you see this symbol or this symbol
with a ''DPF REGENERATION
REQUIRED'' message on the multi-
information display while the engine
is running, it means the diesel
particulate filter (DPF) should be
regenerated to remove the
accumulated particulate matter (PM).
For more information on the DPF
system, see page .
495
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Instruments and Controls
DPF (Check System)
Diesel models with DPF (Diesel
Particulate Filter)
If you see this symbol or this symbol
with a ''CHECK SYSTEM'' message
on the multi-information display
while the engine is running, it means
the diesel particulate filter (DPF) is
clogged with accumulated
particulate matter (PM) and it
should be checked, then repaired or
replace. Take your vehicle to a
Honda dealer as soon as possible.
If you ignore this symbol/message
and continue driving, the DPF and
your vehicle's emission control
systems will be seriously damaged.
For more information on the DPF
system, see page 496 .