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Does the Volkswagen Golf TDi tend to clog up its DPF?
I've been looking at the Volkswagen Golf TDi 105PS Bluemotion, but was told today by a fellow Volkswagen fan that I need to beware of their tendency to clog up the diesel particulate filter every 6-800 miles. Is this true? Does it drop the fuel economy significantly or cause other engine problems?
Asked on 5 August 2010 by PAH
Answered by
Honest John
Used for short runs from cold, yes, this will happen. Only consider if you will be doing at least 15,000 miles a year.
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