Circuit Description
The main function of the close coupled diesel oxidation catalyst (CCDOC) is to control emissions of non methane hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide (CO). Its secondary function is to assist with the diesel particulate filter (DPF) regeneration, by obtaining and sustaining the temperature necessary for regeneration. In order to generate the high exhaust temperatures needed for regeneration, the aftertreatment system increases exhaust temperatures by injecting diesel fuel into the exhaust system via post-injection. The injected fuel is converted into heat by the DOC to incinerate soot accumulated in the DPF. The engine control module (ECM) monitors the exhaust gas temperature sensor 1 and 2 to determine if catalyst downstream temperatures are achieved during a DPF regeneration.