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  • Golf Mk6 DPF problems 23 Dec 2011 (Ask HJ)
    I wondered if you were getting any feedback on breakdowns caused by DPF problems for the Golf Mk6? Our two year old average mileage model broke down recently...
  • Avoiding DPF on Qashqai 5 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
    Is there an easy way to be sure that the car I am looking at has the pre dpf engine set up? Given the fact that this engine has a dpf from mid 2010 is...
  • DPF option 26 Sep 2011 (Ask HJ)
    The Ford web site http://www.ford.co.uk/Cars/Fiesta/Enginesandtechnology gives the 1.6 diesel engine as available with or without a DPF. I would like...
  • How will I know if my car's DPF is blocked? 19 Apr 2021 (Ask HJ)
    If the DPF is blocked in my Ford Kuga, how will I know? What is the cheapest way to deal with the situation?
  • What is the newest non-DPF A6 I can buy? 17 Jan 2016 (Ask HJ)
    What is the newest non-DPF A6 I can buy. I am hoping for a 2.7 or 3.0 TDi Quattro. Would you recommend Auto or Manual?
  • Buying a used 4x4 without DPF 11 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I am looking to but a used diesel 4x4 for towing that does not have a DPF. The car would need to have a kerbweight of at least 1800kg for safe towing...
  • Does my car have a DPF? 21 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
    My car is powered by a Volkswagen 140bhp diesel engine, code BRT. I need to know whether this engine has a DPF. The reason is that the oil is Volkswagen-spec...
  • Can I trust an independent garage to replace a DPF? 11 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
    I keep needing to get the garage to do DPF regen on my Mazda 5. It has done 60,000 mostly city miles and I think it's time to get the DPF replaced. However,...
  • To DPF or not to DPF? 23 Jun 2011 (Ask HJ)
    Finally I have made my mind up to go for a used Mondeo estate, about 1 year old. I have discovered about possible problems with the DPF, as I would only...
  • Is the Mazda 6 a DPF nightmare? 5 May 2015 (Ask HJ)
    I'm thinking of buying a Mazda 6 (2011 model). I love the car but have heard of a few DPF issues with this car. Did this model get improvements to the...
  • How long do I need to drive at speed to get the DPF to regenerate? 25 May 2019 (Ask HJ)
    I owned an Evoque that had issues with the DPF. But when a diesel flags up that the DPF needs a regen, how long time or distance wise do you have to get...
  • Which diesel car is least likely to give DPF problems? 30 Nov 2016 (Ask HJ)
    I do about 12,000 miles a year, mostly short runs with occasional motorway long hauls. I know most (if not all) modern diesels have DPFs which can give...
  • Is there a way to cheaply maintain a DPF? 11 Nov 2018 (Ask HJ)
    I would be interested in your opinion about DPF problems and whether some mechanics and main dealers make a big deal out of problems that are otherwise...
  • Does the Citroen C3 have a DPF 16 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I'm looking at buying a Citroen C3 1.4 HDi 70 Airdream+ (August 2009 model). I have heard some real scare stories about DPFs costing an arm and a leg to...
  • DPF Filter problems Ford Kuga 25 Jan 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I do a 152 motorway miles every workday and I have a DPF filter light. The light comes on is then reset (for £40) ok for a bit comes on again (this time...
  • I read that engine oil is contaminated by the DPF in 4x4s - is this the case with all diesel cars? 13 Feb 2018 (Ask HJ)
    I read in a recent 4x4 review that the engine oil is quickly contaminated by the DPF. Is this the case on all diesel engines with a DPF, and can it affect...
  • Will I have DPF trouble with a CX-5? 4 Jun 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I have ordered a Mazda CX5 2.2 Diesel this weekend, I have belatedly done some research on DPF problems - can you advise as if there is an on going issue...
  • Honda iDtec DPF problems 2 Jan 2013 (Ask HJ)
    I'm reading about quite a few DPF problems on the 2008 onward Honda Accord. Drivers seem to get a blocked DPF warning message and then even if they do...
  • Jaguar X-Type: does it have a dpf? 15 Oct 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I am looking to buy a Jaguar X-Type estate 2.2D automatic in either SE or Sovereign trim and I believe they are all fitted with DPFs. I commute 25 miles...
  • Are there any diesel cars which do not have DPFs or DMFs fitted? 14 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
    I have seen mentioned problems with dual mass flywheels and DPF filters. Are there any diesels that do not use DPF filters or have dual mass flywheel issues?...
 

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