Diesel Particulate Filter Clean Specialist Garages in Diss

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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 Diss 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 Diss (22 found)
AutoSwift
6 Jobs Completed
Diss
5.0 / 5

AutoSwift we offer the best in mobile service, repairs and diagnostics at very competitive prices. We are also a dealer of viezu technology's, the specialists in ECU rema

Bakmor Auto Services ltd
37 Jobs Completed
Bury St Edmunds
5.0 / 5

We are a small independent garage based in Stanton Suffolk. We specialize in all German marques, Land Rover and Jaguar and also specialize in advanced diagnostics with th

Dingle's Toyota (Attleborough)
2 Job Completed
Attleborough
5.0 / 5

Here at Dingles Toyota we are proud to be part of a family run business, established in 1919 which has successfully progressed through three generations. We acquired the

The Little Car Clinic Ltd
3 Job Completed
Attleborough
5.0 / 5

"The little car clinic offers a genuine alternative to main dealer and street chains when your vehicle develops a fault or if you have a service pending. Providing a full

Needham Analysis Ltd t/a Needham Services
Member since 19 March 2024
Stanton

We are an independent specialist services provider based at Stanton, Bury St Edmunds Suffolk. Our customer-focused business provides essential services to its customers

GM Autotech
Member since 19 March 2024
Harleston

"GM Autotech in Harleston is a local, independent garage serving the surrounding area. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff will be happy to help with all your motoring n

Select A Driver Ltd. - Automotive Repair
Member since 19 March 2024
Norwich

Select A Driver Ltd. - Automotive Repair is a small team of mobile mechanics, with loads of experience and knowledge to keep you on the road, with the added benefit of no

Bridge Tyres Ltd
Member since 19 March 2024
Diss

"Bridge Tyres stock a massive range of sizes and can supply you with all leading brands. We always quote you the price you pay, it's not plus VAT and we don't add a charg

Mckay autosports ltd
Member since 19 March 2024
ATTLEBOROUGH

We are 2 brothers we specialise in timing belts and chains head gaskets and engine rebuilds, we very friendly and we just enjoy our job we have a small unit we are expand

Lb servicing
Member since 19 March 2024
Norwich

We are a company based in diss and we specialise in servicing vans and cars, we offer a delivery and collection service or we also carry out mobile servicing

Needham Analysis Ltd
Member since 19 March 2024
Bury St Edmunds

I am a specialist services provider, carbon cleaning, dpf cleaning, tyre services, air conditioning servicing, on-car brake disc skimming, ozone cleaning. I am located i

T J Oldfield Mobile Mechanic & Tyre Services
Member since 19 March 2024
Harleston

I am a mobile mechanic based in Harleston, Norfolk. Covering Harleston, Diss and the surrounding area up to a 20 mile radius. Why go to the hassle of taking your car to t

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Diesel Particulate Filter Clean Specialist Garages in Diss
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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