Diesel Particulate Filter Clean Specialist Garages in Caterham

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A Diesel Particulate Filter (or DPF) captures soot particles, and is an essential component of any modern diesel engine, but can become blocked over time, and replacement isn't cheap. Fortunately many of our friendly, expert garages across Caterham offer chemical cleaning as an alternative, so you can receive competitive quotes FAST.


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Top garages for Diesel Particulate Filter Clean in Caterham (86 found)
SR Mobile Repairs
119 Jobs Completed
London
4.1 / 5

Welcome to SR Mobile Repairs, we primarily offer a mobile service for all repairs we undertake at a location of your choosing. all work comes with 1 years parts and labou

SL motor's
4 Job Completed
Croydon
5.0 / 5

Ape Motors
922 Jobs Completed
Croydon
4.4 / 5

Ape Motors offers a mobile mechanic service which means we can come at a time and place that is convenient for you. We are committed to ensuring our customers are deliver

mza automotive ltd
6 Jobs Completed
redhill
3.7 / 5

Revolutionize your vehicle maintenance experience with our Mobile Mechanic service! We bring automotive expertise to your doorstep, offering on-the-spot repairs, diagnost

Moorhouse Garage Ltd
123 Jobs Completed
Westerham
5.0 / 5

Hi, Here we have a higher duty of care as our technicians are main dealer trained including BMW and Mini, VAG Group (Volkswagen, Audi, Seat, Skoda and Bentley) and the

Power Evolution Performance
115 Jobs Completed
Surrey
4.3 / 5

- We specialise in BMW, MINI & German motor vehicles. - All makes and models welcome. - N47 & M57 Diesel timing chain specialists.

Elite Garages Caterham
88 Jobs Completed
Caterham
3.1 / 5

Elite Garages are one of the South’s leading independent tyre, MOT and car service operators with a turnover in excess of £53 million and around 240 employees. Elite

CHEAM AUTO SERVICES t/a (S.M AUTO SERVICES)
6 Job Completed
Carshalton
5.0 / 5

We are a local community service that looks after all of your motoring needs within a friendly and local environment ​ We were Based in the Sutton & Cheam area but

EMG Eurorepar Croydon
57 Jobs Completed
Croydon
2.3 / 5

EMG Eurorepar is an all makes repairer based in Croydon, South London. The business operates from premises across the road from our Citroen and Peugeot authorised repaire

iAutoUK (Croydon)
267 Jobs Completed
Croydon
3.8 / 5

The iAutoUK brand is an award winning independent car service & repair specialist. In 2012 and 2013 iAutoUK was voted Regional Garage of the Year and one of the UKs T

B&W Motor Company.
58 Jobs Completed
South Croydon
4.0 / 5

Welcome to B&W Motor Company From our convenient location in South Croydon, we aim to offer our customers peace of mind that we can cater for all aspects of maintain

DK AUTOS LIMITED / DK PAINT AND REPAIR
7 Job Completed
Caterham
4.0 / 5

DK Autos specialise in all aspects of vehicle repairs, servicing and MOT's, with 24hour recovery breakdown service. We offer a vehicle collection and return service for

MC Son Autos
57 Jobs Completed
croydon
4.7 / 5

I began my mechanical career with Vauxhall where I completed my apprenticeship and worked over the course of 8 years before I went into the family business with my father

AutoQuest Redhill Ltd
27 Jobs Completed
Redhill
4.3 / 5

Well equipped garage with a good mix of modern and Classic mechanical skills

Clearitout Ltd T/A London Mobile Mechanics
9 Job Completed
Wallington
5.0 / 5

Mobile Mechanics covering London and Surrounding areas. Fully kitted out workshop on wheels! Able to quote for all types of mechanical work! Any time, any place, anywhere

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Diesel Particulate Filter Clean Specialist Garages in Caterham
Frequently asked questions
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What is a diesel particulate filter?

A diesel particulate filter gets rid of small soot particles. Modern engines burn very efficiently, but even the cleanest diesel engine still emits some soot particles. The diesel particulate filter catches these particles and burns them off in a process known as regeneration. Since 2009, all diesel cars have had these filters added.
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What are common DPF problems?

If the DPF can't 'regenerate' completed (through insufficient long journeys) the filter will eventually fill to above 75% full, too high for regeneration through driving. A warning light will appear on the dashboard and shouldn't be ignored - if the filter fills completely your car won't run properly.
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What happens if my diesel particulate filter breaks?

If your DPF fills to over 75% it needs to be taken out and 'cleansed' by a garage. If you don't do this, a new one will be required. If you do neither, your car won't run properly.
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What is a diesel particulate filter replacement cost

A diesel particulate filter replacement can cost over £1,000. A much cheaper option is to have the DPF cleansed - this typically costs around £200.

Average rating for  Diesel Particulate Filter Clean in Caterham bookings

4.00

8 reviews

How much does Diesel Particulate Filter Clean cost in Caterham?

The cost of servicing, MOT and repairs differ across the country and Diesel Particulate Filter Clean is not any different. Labour rates will be higher or lower depending on where in the country you are. Take a look below at the average quote in Caterham for Diesel Particulate Filter Clean on WhoCanFixMyCar.com for some of our top car makes.


Diesel Particulate Filter Clean Cost by Car Make in Caterham
Car MakeAverage PriceGet Quotes
BMW£231.93
Citroen£247.09
Vauxhall£239.68
Mercedes£216.79
Ford£253.41
Audi£225.91
Volkswagen£254.95
Nissan£230.43

This table uses data from quotes provided on WhoCanFixMyCar.com between 29/12/2023 and 28/03/2024.

What is a Diesel Particulate Filter?

Diesel Particulate Filters are extremely important to have in your vehicle. The filter captures and stores exhaust soot in order to help reduce emissions coming from diesel cars.

Ever since 2009, the Euro 5 standard has been enforced, a rule which ensures all new diesel cars must have particulate filters fitted.

These pieces of equipment were introduced in an effort to reduce the particle and soot emissions from diesel engines. Diesel Particulate filters (DPF) trap soot before it blows out of an exhaust and like any filter, it requires cleaning in order to maintain performance.

Fortunately the filter itself has self-cleaning capabilities known as regeneration.

There are two types of regeneration which can be carried out on your car.

Passive Regeneration

This process happens automatically while the exhaust is at a high temperature which will usually occur when you are driving down a motorway or quickly down an A-road. However, as many vehicles aren’t always being driven at high speeds, an alternative system for regeneration exists.

Active Regeneration

This method of cleaning the DFP is controlled by an engine management computer and happens automatically when the filter reaches 45% of its limit. The process is initiated by the fuel injection being increased which makes the exhaust heat up and therefore clear the filter. However, if your drive is a short one and the process tries to initiate, it will not be able to properly clear the filter, in this eventuality, the warning light in your car will come on.

A drive of about ten minutes at a speed of around 40mph should be adequate for the process to be successful.

Signs that your Diesel Particulate Filter needs cleaning

  • A warning light may appear
  • A slight increase in fuel consumption
  • Increased idle speed
  • Deactivation of automatic stop/start
  • A hot and strong smell emitting from the exhaust
  • The note of the engine changing

If these issues are effecting your car it is almost certain that you will need your filter replacing which is likely to cost upwards of £1000 including diagnostic and labour time.

And if you were thinking of saving all of that time and money by removing the filter completely, think again, it’s illegal to remove the DPF.

The Department for Transport states that it is an offence to remove the filter or modify the piece of equipment in a way which would result in the vehicle failing air pollutant emission standards. Breaking the law will result in the vehicle not being road worthy so if you are ever offered to have your filter removed, make sure to keep this in mind.

Every MOT now includes a check for the DPF and a smoke test from the exhaust so there is very little chance of getting away with removing the filter.

If you need to have the filter regenerated manually, you must take your vehicle to a trained professional immediately. They will initiate a process where the exhaust is heated up to a point where regeneration happens and soot is cleared from the filter.

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Debs from Foxley Garage explains the Diesel Particulate Filter