Diesel Particulate Filter Clean Specialist Garages in Carmarthen

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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 Carmarthen 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 Carmarthen (17 found)
LBR Automotives Ltd
80 Jobs Completed
Laugharne
5.0 / 5

PDVI Ltd (Pontantwn Garage)
30 Jobs Completed
kidwelly
5.0 / 5

We try To save you money and time. We use the best or Original parts (unless requested by customer). We aim to provide the best service by far! Immobilizer/Immobiliser i

CYMRU Tyres
30 Jobs Completed
Carmarthen
4.9 / 5

Main dealer service without the price tag. We strive to offer a unrivaled personal service, matched by our own very high standards. We pay particular attention to the who

West Wales Auto Services Ltd
7 Jobs Completed
Cynwyl Elfed
5.0 / 5

At West Wales Auto Services we offer a comprehensive range of garage services (all from our base at Derwydd Garage Cynwyl Elfed SA33 6TP or with limited mobile availabili

Howards of Carmarthen
Member since 28 March 2024
Carmarthen

Since 1985, Howards of Carmarthen is one of the very best garages in Carmarthen and the surrounding areas, providing MOT’s, car services and repairs to Carmarthen & t

Gravells (Kidwelly)
Member since 28 March 2024
Kidwelly

At Gravells, we've been providing excellent service since 1932 and have the full range of Renault, Kia, Subaru and Isuzu ranges. We also stock more than 400 used cars and

Howards of Carmarthen LTD
Member since 28 March 2024
Carmarthen

Established in 1985, Howards of Carmarthen offer a complete range of garage services. We are an MOT testing centre, clutch fitting centre and a brake fitting centre. All

Morgan Motors
Member since 28 March 2024
Carmarthen

MOT Testing, Vehicle sales, Tyres, Car services & Repair Garage Carmarthen sinceWe will use high quality OE parts to service and repair your car, all work will be don

gerynant garage
Member since 28 March 2024
carmarthen

MOTs + servicing

E&M Mot & Service
Member since 28 March 2024
Carmarthenshire

we are an independent renaut specialists and we a up to date and modern garage and part of all motoring organasions

Carmarthenshire Tyre Services
Member since 28 March 2024
Carmarthen

"If you need new tyres in Carmarthen you have come to the right place. Carmarthenshire Tyre Services Ltd is based in Carmarthen and we are willing to provide our mobile s

Moduron GWD Motors Cyf
Member since 28 March 2024
Carmarthen

Founded in August 2004 by Garry Davies, who has been a member of the Motor Industry since 1986, the business focused on wholesaling cars but soon expaneded to accommodate

GWD Motors
Member since 28 March 2024
Carmarthen

"We offer a fantastic service for all makes and models, we have the latest diagnostic equipment to work on your car. We service every make and model, and carry out MOT al

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Diesel Particulate Filter Clean Specialist Garages in Carmarthen
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.

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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