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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...
  • 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...
  • 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...
  • BMW x5 e70 2009 - DPF - Sooty tailpibe 14 Mar 2021 (Forum)
    Hi, I've been looking at a BMW X5 E70 3.0 diesel 2009. I noticed the exhaust tailpipes were black with soot. Did X5 of this vintage have a DPF fitted ? if they did , why would the tailpipes be sooty ? Thanks
  • Ford Focus Diesel 2016 (16) - DPF 21 Dec 2017 (Forum)
    My daily driving has now dropped to 4 x 2mile journeys. Up to now I haven't experienced any problems with the dpf unit. The engine is rated as a Euro 6. Whats best, a weekly longer journey or look at a petrol car?
  • Ibiza 2011-1.2 TDI 75hp - Does it have a turbo an dpf ? 2 May 2017 (Forum)
    Hi! Does anyone know of this car is equiped with a turbo and dpf? It's hard to belive that it gets 75hp form a 3 cylinder 1.2 liter without a turbo, but couldn't find anything about this engine. 
  • 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...
  • SEAT Leon - Custom Exhaust/DPF 21 May 2024 (Forum)
    Car info: SEAT LEON FR 2.0 TDI 2012 Hello. So I'm wanting to get a full exhaust kit on my car. YES I know it's a diesel blah blah. But I want some sound on my car.. My question is would my car output some decent sound (better than stock lol) or not as I still have the DPF intact? Yes I know I can
  • Toyota Auris Touring Sports - DPF Issue - EML AUris 12 Apr 2018 (Forum)
    Hi All , I have a 2014 Auris estate 1.4 Diesel...The Engine light has come on. Got it checked by a mechanic who said it's the DPF and advised to run it hard on the motorway. (I've noticed much lower MPG and the start stop doesnt work since the light has come on) I also bought a few
  • 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?
  • Mazda 6 - Mazda 6 DPF light help! 17 Jan 2015 (Forum)
    I have a question. My dpf light is flashing on my 57 plate mazda 6, bought it a few month ago full mazda service history aside from the service done by the garage I bought it from
  • VW crafter 2.5tdi - DPF 27 Jan 2014 (Forum)
    Hi Bought approved used VW Crafter from VW 6 months warranty. Once warranty expired started having issues. Oil light on topped up oil. Excessive oil consumption 1 litre every 3 -4 weeks. Replaced turbo to no avail. Had engine replaced to no avail. DPF lights constantly coming
  • Peugeot 206 1.6 hdi - DPF Replacement Question 2 Apr 2013 (Forum)
    on the glow plugs - something which I read was required for a regen on the DPF. So, my question is, could that be the reason why the DPF is reading that it needs unblocking?  Could it be such a simple thing that changing the glow plugs and allowing it to regen would solve my problem?  I'm
  • Vauxhall Zafira - dpf 31 Dec 2011 (Forum)
    hi everyone about 3 weeks ago my dpf had to be replaced as the old one had clogged up and blew 2 pipes of all of this was rectified but a couple of days ago the car went into limp home mode i scanned for fault codes and got one relating to the dpf and when i checked the saturation level with op
  • DPFs - how to tell if they are working? 3 Jan 2010 (Forum)
    A curiousity based question rather than anything please. I've recently aquired a car equipped with a DPF. Can't say I've noticed its presence other than that unlike any previous diesel car I've had it doesn't seem to smoke even briefly under load/high revs. I do use it for regular long trips which
  • 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...
  • 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...
  • 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,...
  • mazda 5 sport 2006 - dpf flashing 20 Oct 2016 (Forum)
    need to find wiring code on block under bonnet mine loose so top right means nothing  will then be able to try and remove dpf light flashing on dash. any help please its driving me mad.it seems to be service due. car running fine .
  • Ford Kuga (2008 - ) - DPF - potential for low mileage problems ? 23 Jan 2009 (Forum)
    Hello, I am new to the forum and I would like to ask if there are any news regarding the problem with DPF filter in Kugas.I was interested in this car but since my everyday mileage is low I have second thoughts for ordering one. Thanks
 

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