DPF Cleaning & Repair in Luton
Accredited Member of The DPF Doctor Network
We are part of the UK’s leading DPF Doctor network; independent DPF (diesel particulate filter) specialists trained to correctly diagnose DPF problems and any other underlying issues that may have caused your car to give you a fault code, enter limp mode (loss of power) and for the engine light to appear on your dashboard.
WV Autos Ltd, Luton can pinpoint the cause of your DPF issue and aim to fix the root cause first time via our comprehensive diagnostic assessment. We can then provide you with honest, practical advice and solutions such on how to resolve your DPF Issue.
We are extremely proud to support the JLM brand in our Luton garage. The JLM Lubricants Range include world class additives to clean the entire fuel system of both petrol and diesel cars, that combined with the knowledge, expertise and support from the DPF Doctor Network ensures we can correctly diagnose, rectify and clean your DPF so you can get the best out of your vehicle.
HOW DOES A DPF WORK
As with any filter they trap particles, in this case harmful diesel exhaust soot particles, so they have to be emptied regularly to maintain performance. The DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) needs to be cleaned regularly, through a process called regeneration. The accumulated soot is burnt off at high temperatures (600C) to leave only a residue of ash, effectively renewing or regenerating the filter, ready to take on more pollution from the engine.
WHAT CAUSES A DPF TO BLOCK
Every vehicle type and engine combination can have differing reasons as to why the filter blocks. The rate of particulates generated by the engine, the quality of the fuel, quality of the oil, driving style, even the location of the DPF in the exhaust system can all contribute to filter blockages or insufficient regeneration.
Generally, the problems arise in urban stop/start driving which prevents effective regeneration. A dashboard warning light or message will indicate the DPF is full. If you continue to drive in the same manner the soot build up will increase, further warning lights will illuminate and the vehicle will go into ‘limp’ mode. At this stage the only option is mechanical intervention.
