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P244D Ford Code - Exhaust Temperature Too High For Particulate Filter Regeneration Bank 1

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The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) monitors the conditions necessary for diesel particulate filter regeneration. Common causes include Faulty diesel particulate filter, Fuel system concerns, Customer driving habits. Severity is High - diagnose this code as soon as possible. Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

What it means: P244D Ford indicates Exhaust Temperature Too High For Particulate Filter Regeneration Bank 1.
Common causes: Common causes include Faulty diesel particulate filter, Fuel system concerns, Customer driving habits.
Severity: High - diagnose this code as soon as possible.
Can I drive?: Driving is not recommended if the warning light is flashing, the engine runs poorly, or safety-related symptoms are present.

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Code Popularity 38,020

How popular is this code, among other codes? Low

Repair Importance Level

Urgent (Diagnose now) (3 / 3)

Repair Difficulty Level

Advanced (Pro) (3 / 3)

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Code P244D Ford Description

The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) monitors the conditions necessary for diesel particulate filter regeneration. During vehicle operation if the diesel particulate filter temperature is greater than a calibrated limit, the PCM stores the amount of time the temperature is greater than the limit. The test fails when the temperature before or after the diesel particulate filter is greater than the calibrated limit for greater than 120 minutes over the life of the filter.

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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P244D Ford?

Faulty diesel particulate filter
Fuel system concerns
Customer driving habits
Exhaust restriction

How to Fix the DTC P244D Ford?

Review the 'Possible Causes' above and visually examine the corresponding wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and inspect connector pins for signs of being broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded.

What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

To diagnose the P244D Ford code, it typically requires 1.0 hour of labor. Rates vary by location, vehicle, and shop. Many shops charge between $80–$150 per hour; dealerships and metro areas may be higher, independents may be lower.

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About the author: William Orellana is a Master Mechanic and Mechanical Engineer with over 30 years of experience diagnosing and repairing vehicles. Learn more about his background.