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Is this advice about a diesel particulate filter correct?
A Mercedes salesman has told me that a Mercedes diesel is OK for short distance driving - but reports in the press say that a diesel engine is not good for short distances. Any advice please?
Asked on 26 April 2013 by Mort
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Honest John
Get him to make it a term of your purchase contract that you will not have any DPF trouble for 5 years.
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