Diesel Particulate Filter Clean Specialist Garages in Tring

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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 Tring 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 Tring (44 found)
AST Aylesbury Limited
133 Jobs Completed
Aylesbury
3.0 / 5

AST Aylesbury Limited Unit 14 Park Street Ind Est Osier Way Aylesbury HP20 1EB

Moisantrans t/a MST
48 Jobs Completed
Bovington
4.2 / 5

Active Tyres,Servicing & MOT
438 Jobs Completed
Chesham
4.7 / 5

We're open 6-days-a-week: Monday - Friday : 8.30am - 6pm Saturdays: 8:30am - 5pm Sundays: CLOSED We are, above all, local people in local garages. Our commitment to

A&M Servicing
24 Job Completed
Chesham
4.0 / 5

We have a small, Independent business based in Chesham. We can service, repair and maintain your car, van ext.

Falcon Autos
24 Jobs Completed
Aylesbury
5.0 / 5

We are an established local independent garage and are proud to be members of Autofirst Network – a nationwide network of independent garages operating to the Network’s 6

Hexon Cars Ltd
86 Jobs Completed
Aston Clinton
4.8 / 5

Hexon Cars & Motorcycles repair centre We also have more than 70 cars & motorcycles for sale What we do Servicing Free Car and motorcycle check Air-con

Roy Chapman Limited
2 Job Completed
Tring
5.0 / 5

Main dealer quality at local garage prices. Here at Roy Chapman Limited we aim to provide you with an unrivaled experience when servicing your vehicle. Our service

Latimer Garage Services Ltd
12 Jobs Completed
CHESHAM
5.0 / 5

An established local garage whose aim is to build good customer relationships. We know that you want to keep your car on the road without spending huge amounts of your h

Perrys Peugeot Aston Clinton
4 Jobs Completed
Aylesbury
3.0 / 5

Welcome to Perrys Peugeot Aston Clinton, where the price of servicing is comparable with the prices you pay at a local fast fit. That said, choosing a franchised dealer w

AST Aylesbury
20 Jobs Completed
Aylesbury
3.9 / 5

Hello and welcome to AST in Aylesbury. We are based in central Aylesbury on Park Street Industrial Estate, opposite Aqua Vale swimming centre. We offer MOT's, Servicing,

TDC Garage
Member since 05 November 2024
Dunstable

TDC Garage is a family run business who have 15 years experience working on cars from classic to modern, sports cars to family runarounds. Our workshop is based on the

C&S Automotive
Member since 05 November 2024
Leighton Buzzard

C&S Automotive was formed in 2019 as a joint ownership between Carl Schneider and Steven Gibbard. We both share the same passion for cars and engineering that dates b

Logic Sales & Servicing Ltd
Member since 05 November 2024
Great Missenden

We are independent garage based in Holmer Green near Amersham. We service & repair all makes and models but have extensive knowledge of BMW. Complimentary Video Veh

S&T Autos
Member since 05 November 2024
Berkhamstead

We are an established local independent garage and are proud to be members of Autofirst Network – a nationwide network of independent garages operating to the Network’s 6

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Diesel Particulate Filter Clean Specialist Garages in Tring

Frequently asked questions

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.

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.

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.

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 Tring bookings

5.00

2 reviews

How much does Diesel Particulate Filter Clean cost in Tring?

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 Tring for Diesel Particulate Filter Clean on WhoCanFixMyCar.com for some of our top car makes.


Diesel Particulate Filter Clean Cost by Car Make in Tring
Car MakeAverage PriceGet Quotes
Mercedes£263.39
BMW£217.68
Vauxhall£236.20
Audi£277.07
Peugeot£227.83

This table uses data from quotes provided on FixMyCar between 07/08/2024 and 05/11/2024.

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.

Get Your Diesel Particulate Filter cleaned with FixMyCar

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Debs from Foxley Garage explains the Diesel Particulate Filter