Professional DPF Cleaning in Oldham
Restore your diesel’s performance and avoid expensive DPF replacement with our expert cleaning service.
Understanding Your Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
The Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) is a component in your diesel car’s exhaust system designed to trap and remove harmful soot particles before they enter the atmosphere. To keep itself clean, the DPF periodically performs a “regeneration” cycle, burning this soot off at high temperatures. However, this process often requires sustained motorway driving. If you mainly do short, stop-start journeys, the regeneration can fail, causing the filter to become blocked with hardened soot.
Symptoms of a Blocked DPF
A blocked DPF can cause serious issues and should be addressed immediately. Look out for these warning signs:
- DPF Warning Light: The most obvious sign. A light on your dashboard indicates the filter is becoming saturated with soot.
- Loss of Power / “Limp Mode”: Your car may feel sluggish or enter a restricted performance mode to prevent further damage.
- Reduced Fuel Economy: A blocked filter increases back-pressure on the engine, making it work harder and use more fuel.
- Strong Smell of Diesel: You may notice a strong diesel smell due to failed regeneration attempts.
Our DPF Cleaning Service: The Smart Solution
Before considering an expensive DPF replacement, which can cost over £1,000, our professional cleaning service is the most effective solution. Our process involves:
- Full Diagnostic Check: We first ensure there are no underlying engine faults (like a faulty sensor) causing the blockage.
- Forced Regeneration: Using our diagnostic tools, we can trigger a “forced regeneration” cycle while the vehicle is in our workshop.
- Advanced Chemical Cleaning: If regeneration isn’t possible, we use specialist, industry-approved cleaning agents that are introduced directly into the DPF to break down and flush out the stubborn, hardened soot.
This professional cleaning process can restore your DPF to over 98% efficiency, saving you a significant amount of money and getting your car back to full health.