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  What motability car? 23 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
  I have ordered a Vauxhall Meriva 1.3 diesel from Motability. Do these cars have any dpf problems? I do aproximately 15 miles each way on the motorway a...
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  Mazda 3 2.2 Diesel DPF problems? 2 Nov 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I was quite tempted in buying a 185 2.2 diesel engined Mazda 3 as I fancied something with a bit more power than my 1.6 crdi Hyundai i30. Do these suffer...
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  Can I remove the diesel particulate filter on my car? 12 Jan 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I need a diesel car for towing a caravan, and have been considering a 2010 XC70 with the 205ps Geartronic D5 engine. I don't use the car for really short...
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  Why is the EA889 manifold so important when it comes to DPFs? 1 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking of buying a 12 month old Audi A3 1.6 TDI. Does this car come fitted with the EA889 manifold? Why is this manifold so important when it comes...
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  Is the Mazda 6 Tourer automatic known for DPF problems? 14 Sep 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I'm thinking of buying a Mazda 6 Tourer, but the auto version that I want is only available with a diesel engine and 19-inch wheels. Have the DPF problems...
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  Best fuels for Mondeos? 5 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Mondeo Mk4 TDCI which has more than 110K miles on the clock. Although the majority of my driving is on the motorway, I’m conscious that I’m likely...
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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,...