How do I know if my DPF filter is bad?
You will know whether active regeneration is taking place by the following symptoms:
- Engine note change.
- Cooling fans running.
- A slight increase in fuel consumption.
- Increased idle speed.
- Deactivation of automatic Stop/Start.
- A hot, acrid smell from the exhaust.
How much does it cost to service a DPF filter?
How much does it cost to clean a DPF filter?
| Low cost | Average cost | |
|---|---|---|
| DPF cleaning | $85-$100 | $195.50 |
Can you drive with a blocked DPF filter?
Driving for short periods at low speed reduces the lifespan of your DPF. It is illegal to drive a diesel vehicle without a DPF or remove the DPF from your car. Driving with a malfunctioning DPF filter may damage your car engine.
How long do DPF filters last?
around 100,000 miles
A DPF can last up to around 100,000 miles if maintained properly. After the car has exceeded that mileage, you could be looking at paying a large amount of money for a replacement – so always properly check MoT and service records when buying a used car.
How often do DPF filters need to be replaced?
On average, a DPF filter needs to be cleaned every 200,000 kilometers, or around 124,000 miles. However, any specific filter may get clogged or blocked sooner than that, especially if the truck is on the highway less often than average, and spends more time running at lower speeds.
Are DPF cleaners worth it?
Sadly, for the most part, claims that an additive can unblock a dpf are largely exaggerated. In truth, these additives often produce a misrepresentation of what they are actually doing, and in reality, they never come close to unblocking a dpf filter.
Why is a DPF filter so expensive?
Why are they so expensive? The DPF is a large section of the exhaust system, unlike the air, oil, fuel or pollen filters, is not intended to be replaced easily, it needs to be done by a professional with diagnostic tools, to ensure the ECU knows it has been replaced.
Can DPF cause limp mode?
Under certain conditions, a DPF can become blocked, causing an engine fault code to display. In extreme cases – especially if the fault is ignored – the blocked DPF will cause the car to go into ‘limp’ mode.