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  Is the KIA cee'd Sportswagon suitable for low mileage driving? 13 Apr 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I was looking to buy a KIA Sportswagon, but am disappointed to find it is only offered in the UK with a diesel engine. I wanted a petrol fuelled car as...
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  Avoiding a DPF - what do I need to buy? 19 Feb 2012 (Ask HJ)
  What year were DPF filters introduced and what age Mondeo or Passat cars do not have them fitted?
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  Mazda CX-5 - petrol or diesel? 8 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm considering buying a Mazda CX-5, which I’ll drive for 8000 miles per year. You say the diesels should not be subjected to short runs if at all possible,...
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  What are the drawbacks with DPFs? 1 Dec 2017 (Ask HJ)
  What are the drawbacks with particulate filters?
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  Can a blocked DPF cause cam belt failure? 17 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I own a 2010 Ford Fiesta 1.6 diesel with 101,000 miles. Recently the cam belt failed. The car is back with the dealer who tell me that the DPF is blocked,...
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  Does the Nissan Qashqai suffer with DPF problems? 27 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
  We have a Nissan Qashquai 2.0 petrol auto which is nearly four years old and is due to be replaced. We love the comfort of the car and would have replaced...
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  Does the Land Rover Discovery suffer from DPF problems? 26 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have been worried about replacing my 2006 Land Rover Discovery 3, which I believe doesn’t have a DPF. I want to buy a newer Discovery, but am fearful...
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  Is it legal to remove the DPF from a car? 7 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I am a little confused. I know that removing a Diesel Particulate Filter is a modification and would have to be declared to my insurance, but as it is...
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  DPF fault on a Peugeot 307 9 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I have recently bought a Peugeot 307 SW estate (1.6 HDi 110). Although the bodywork and interior are absolutely fine I have found two problems with the...
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  Can I remove a DPF from a new car? 21 May 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking for a new car, preferably a larger SUV style vehicle (I don't like the smaller versions) but I am worried about DPF filters as I work for...
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  Why is the regeneration not clearing the DPF warning on my car? 31 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have a risk of particle filter blocking warning showing up. Why is the regeneration not clearing it even after a long run at high speed?
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  Ford Mondeo DPF problem 17 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
  The engine management light on my 2007 Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCI came on last week so I took it to an independent garage and they said the code indicated "DPF...
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  Mazda 3 suffering DPF issues 2 Aug 2013 (Ask HJ)
  My Mazda 3 recently had a refill of the DPF fluid and forced regeneration by a main dealer due to an engine management light coming on, which produced...
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  Diesel Particulate Filters - Confused 3 Jun 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I currently own a Toyota Auris T180 with the 2.2 D-Cat diesel. It is a great engine but the cabin is disappointing and, having recently become a grandfather,...
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  Where is the DPF warning light on the Jaguar XF? 24 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Where is the DPF warning light located on the dashboard of the Jaguar XF 2.7 diesel (2008 model)?
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  Ford Galaxy - which models have a DPF? 30 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I would like to purchase a Ford Galaxy diesel. Can you tell me which models don't have DPFs and does the Galaxy switch from torque converter to DMF at...
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  Buying a new SUV 16 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I would like to buy a nearly new Kia Sorrento or Hyundai Santa Fe automatic - I do about 11,000 miles a year, with some regular 150 mile runs. However...
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  Does the CR-V have a DPF? 3 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I'm considering buying a large car possibly a 2007 / 2008 new shape Honda CRV i-CTDI. One company owned from auction with 100k+ on clock. I am concerned...
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  My diesel is doing getting a low fuel economy, should I add an additive? 16 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I just got a diesel 2018 Honda Civic with just 4500 miles on it. I'm only getting 39mpg. Should I put a fuel additive in?
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  Can I clean my blocked DPF with Mr Muscle oven cleaner? 17 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
  Is it okay to clean the DPF filter with Mr Muscle oven cleaner and then put it back? It’s a lot cheaper than replacing it but does it do the job? I have...