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  How do taxi firms get around DPF problems? 30 Aug 2016 (Ask HJ)
  I'm considering purchasing a used Renault Trafic, although my question is about DPFs in general. So to start regeneration you should be driving motorway...
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  Should I buy a car if the DPF light is on? 6 Nov 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am considering purchasing a 2005 Volvo V70 2.4 D S for about £5000. The dealer allowed me to take the car to my mechanic to give it the once over and...
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  DPF problems - on all cars? 25 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  You often point out the problems of failing DPFs on higher mileage diesels, especially in Volkswagen models. Does the same apply across all manufacturers...
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  How to fix a 307's worn our DPF? 28 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Peugeot 307 SW HDI, bought new, 2002 or 2003 (not ex fleet!). 83,000 miles. I know the DPF needs dealing with but can a local service centre clean...
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  DPF replacement - what needs to be done? 20 Oct 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I'm having the DPF replaced on my 2005 Ford Focus 1.6TDCI as I have a fault saying that the DPF has reached its maximum regenerations. I'm having it...
• Kuga - Ford dpf removal 13 Feb 2017 (Forum)
  Hi has anyone removed the insides out of there dpf on a ford just wondering do you remove everything inside it
• Ford Focus - Maintaining a DPF ? 13 Sep 2012 (Forum)
  My 2009 Ford Focus 1.6 TDCI has 92,000 miles. I have just had the DPF replaced by Ford. I'm wondering are any products suitable for adding to the fuel tank to increase the life span of the new DPF ? I've seen the cleaner additives but I'm unsure if they're any good ? Cheers
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  Will a pick-up's DPF be okay with mostly short trips? 15 May 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I currently have a BMW 1 Series diesel that has a DPF fitted. I drive two daily trips of 15 miles with quite a bit of traffic. Over six years of ownership,...
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  OEM DPF not fit for purpose 20 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have recently had the diesel particulate filter replaced on my 2008 Vauxhall Zafira, which has covered 50,000 miles. The DPF was diagnosed as being blocked...
• VW Passat B6, 2.0 CR TDI Bluemotion (110 PS) - CBDC engine code, no DPF? 30 Mar 2024 (Forum)
  Hi Everyone,   According to Wikipedia , the model coming with the engine does not have a DPF, it's only I4 DOHC 16V common rail turbo. To all the other diesel engines, DPF is written, here it isn't
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  Can DPF filters be removed or bypassed? 22 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
  In view of the problems with DPF filters is there any reason why they cannot be bypassed or disconnected? I appreciate that this would lead to a failure...
• DPF regens and 'premium diesel' 19 Feb 2013 (Forum)
  Does anybody know if the continual use of one of the 'premium' diesel fuels decreases the frequency of DPF regens if compared with the standard brews?
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  Does the Mazda 3 suffer from DPF problems? 11 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
  Which DPF system is on 2013 Mazda 3 1.6 diesel and do you recommend buying one if doing 7000 miles a year?
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  Mitsubishi Outlander - does it suffer with DPF problems? 25 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
  Can you tell me if the 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander 2.0 diesel suffer with DPF problems?
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  Avoiding a DPF with an X-Type 3 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I like the X-Type but hate DPFs. Do any early X-Types come without them? I don't expect any estates are free from them.
• Any - DPF Forced Regenerations - How soon do they occur? 2 Mar 2013 (Forum)
  Amid all the talk about DPFs and the need to take cars in to dealerships etc for the regeneration process to be carried out I was left wondering how early these problems can arise, both time wise and mileage related in the life of the car. In other words has anyone with for example a 2011
• Diesel without dpf 29 Jun 2012 (Forum)
  I shall soon be looking at auction for a replacement car of about three years old. I don't specifically want to buy a diesel but most of the ex fleet cars at auction are diesels so I limit my choice if I avoid them. If I buy a deisel I wish to aviod the hassel of a dpf. I shall
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  Particulate particulars 1 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
  Please explain why Mazda 6 2.2L diesels do not have the same DPF problems as the Mazda 6 2.0L diesel (where the sump can fill up with diesel oil)?
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  Should we use diesel additive in our engine to keep it in good condition? 30 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
  We are focusing on news regarding fuel additives for use in diesel engines. With diesel cars now over 50 per cent market share in the UK, and very significant...
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  Should I disconnect the DPF? 25 Jul 2022 (Ask HJ)
  What is your advice on disconnecting a DPF from a diesel car and running it without one?