Over time, carbon and soot build up in the diesel particulate filter (DPF) and this can impact vehicle performance, power and economy. If a dashboard displays a warning light and there is a noticeable drop in how a car or a commercial model runs, and especially if there are dark exhaust fumes, now is the time to book in for DPF cleaning with Chadlington Car & Commercial.
Motorists from Chipping Norton and Oxfordshire can have DPFs regenerated by having us use a chemical solution to remove unwelcome build-ups.
If you only use a car to make short journeys and continually start and stop it, the diesel particulate filter won’t reach the temperatures required to burn off carbon and soot, and this is why many motorists need a DPF cleaning service.
Since 2009, the diesel particulate filter has been a mandatory requirement on all diesel models and is a part of the exhaust system. The DPF reduces build-up and emissions by burning off carbon and soot after reaching a certain temperature. It is illegal to remove the DPF so, if the vehicle you drive doesn’t reach the required temperature, then we recommend booking in with us for DPF cleaning where we run a diagnostic check before starting the job.
Cleaning involves us injecting a chemical solution into an engine and running it at a high RPM to clear deposits and restore performance.
This process can take anywhere between 90 minutes to 120 minutes.
The DPF cleaning process covers the following:
Our technicians repeat the DPF cleaning process several times over until the diesel particular filter is clean. Because our workshop welcomes customers and clients from nearby Chipping Norton and all locations in Oxfordshire, it is easy for us to keep emissions compliant with current regulatory parameters.
Book in for DPF cleaning as soon as a warning light appears on a dashboard or if you notice a drop in performance. If you continue to run a vehicle while it displays a warning light, it could cause extensive damage to the engine or the exhaust system. Your car or commercial model could also fail the annual MOT test on emissions, leaving you exposed to the risk of financial penalties.
A fast response to a warning light saves money on car repair costs.
When a warning light appears, drivers can attempt to start the regeneration cycle of the diesel particulate filter by attempting the following:
Even if your vehicle triggers regeneration, it is still important to keep carbon and soot levels low to maintain efficiency. To run a cleaner engine, book in with us for DPF cleaning after every 75,000 miles driven. If you would rather use this service periodically, high-mileage drivers in Chipping Norton and Oxfordshire should call us at six-monthly intervals. Those who drive fewer miles can book in for DPF cleaning at Chadlington Car & Commercial annually.
It is often a clever idea to combine DPF cleaning with an annual service.
We can also assist with the following:
As you can see, we offer a one-stop service for your maintenance and repair needs to include DPF cleaning using the trade’s most innovative technology.
