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• lexus is 220d - dpf problem 9 Mar 2015 (Forum)
  vsc light appeared, then car went into limp home mode. garage diagnosed dpf, paid 800 to replace. next journey of a few miles, lots of exhaust smoke, next journey vsc light appeared again and then again into limp home mode. Garage going to do another diagnostic, would appreciate any advice
• Cost effective way to rejuvenate blocked DPF 2 Feb 2015 (Forum)
  Costs from £150 plus VAT. This company has invested in flash cleaning machine, one of only two in this country, that cleans blocked DPFs, achieving 98% of the original new condition with certified results. http://www.edsnorwich.co.uk/diesel-particulate-filter-clean-norwich.php
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  Does my car have a DPF fitted? 4 Jul 2013 (Ask HJ)
  Can you tell me if the Toyota Avensis T27 2.2 D-4D has a diesel particulate filter?
• ford focus estate 1.6tdci(110) - dpf change 13 Feb 2012 (Forum)
  My 2006 focus is due for its 6 yr service and the Ford agent tells me that the DPF should be replaced at a cost of several hundred pounds.The car has only done 55k as opposed to the usual 75k or thereabouts. Is it really necessary to re;lace at this stage.
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  How can I fix the DPF fault on my Citroen C3 Picasso? 15 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
  My Citroen C3 Picasso has completed 47,000 miles without anything major going wrong. But now I have a dashboard warning light saying "SERVICE" and a message...
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  Excessive white smoke from Lexus (06) IS220d - any advice? 21 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I had the same problem as most people do with a puff of white smoke after engine got a little warm and then it went away. I searched online and found...
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  What can I do to solve my DPF problems? 15 Oct 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I currently have a Ford Focus 1.6TDCi (2009). I am fed up with the constant DPF issues, so firstly is it worth replacing the DPF (I don't think removal...
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  Should I remove the DPF from my Mazda 5? 23 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  The DPF light is showing on my 2008 Mazda 5 diesel. Some say it is the better option (and legal) is to remove the filter altogether. Any suggestions?
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  What are the manufacturers doing to improve DPF technology? 21 Apr 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Although living in a rural situation most of my journeys are short, which seems to suggest that my diesel engine and exhaust system does not reach the...
• DPF-Short trips-alternative solutions 14 Aug 2008 (Forum)
  As Screwloose outlined yesterday. DPF and short trips don`t go well together. What`s the answer for those of us still running diesels without DPF? Hold on to the current car? even taking an approach that would see a major expense such as a new engine- or other several thousand pound repair
• Any - Which car - no DPF? 21 Mar 2013 (Forum)
  Avoid: DPF problem related cars
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  Does my Focus have a DPF? 2 Feb 2013 (Ask HJ)
  I have just bought a 2009 Ford Focus 1.6 TDCI Style 90. There is no mention of a DPF on any of the documents I have. Please could you advise, as there...
• Renault Clio - dpf cleaning on a renault clio regeneration 7 Sep 2021 (Forum)
  We Have a 2017 Renault Clio 1.5 diesel with 26,000 miles on the clock which we bought new. The car isn't giving us any issues but I do read about the dpf and the damage that short journeys can do to the dpf. What is the best way to give the filter a good clean out?  I
• VAG 1.9 TDI - Procedure for re-connecting DPF back to turbo? 14 Jul 2020 (Forum)
  Hi, I have done a lot of work on my car recently but the only thing I am really struggling with is refitting the DPF/Exhaust back onto the turbo, it keeps blowing out! I didnt think I would have this much hassle when removing it so I did not pay much attention when removing. I have
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  Should I drop a gear to increase the revs on my Volvo S80 to clean the DPF on long journeys? 1 Feb 2017 (Ask HJ)
  I have a Volvo S80 D5 and regularly do long journeys but not at more than 3000 revs. Should I drop a gear to keep revs up to clean the DPF?
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  Does the Mazda 6 suffer from DPF problems? 25 Feb 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of purchasing a five year old Mazda 6 2.2 diesel. I've identified a few for £7000 that have around 70,000 miles on the clock. Would you count...
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  Which chain cam camper van is less susceptible to DPF problems? 30 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
  If I were looking to buy a camper van with a chain-cam engine while also seeking to avoid potential DPF problems, what makes / models should I be considering?
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  Keeping my DPF healthy 12 Apr 2011 (Ask HJ)
  I am not a high mileage driver. How do I prevent problems with the diesel particulate filter on this vehicle?
• Mazda 3 2.2 Diesel 2015 - Any DPF/Turbo Issues 7 Aug 2016 (Forum)
  Hi, I'm looking at the new Mazda 3 Diesel and wonder whether anyone has experienced any issues, particularly around DPF/Turbo problems. May also consider the Mazda 165 Petrol version.  Any thoughts generally would be appreciated
• Ford S Max 07 2.00 Titanium - dpf limp mode 12 Nov 2014 (Forum)
  Limp mode happens rarely but car can be driven again after 15 minutes. Will a hard drive (how hard?) regenerate the dpf. problem - hardly any dual carriageway in my part of Norfolk. Can I use A roads in a lower gear?