DPF Cleaning is a fantastic way to restore and rejuvenate your car’s DPF to perfect working order, avoiding any costly repairs in the future. It’s a simple and easy process, taking up only an hour of your day (depending on your vehicle)!
If you want to find out everything there is to know about DPF cleaning and why you need to get this service, keep reading below.
DPF Cleaning
DPF Cleaning is a way of removing soot from your car’s DPF. A DPF is a component specific to a diesel engine since they burn fuel differently from petrol cars. A large amount of soot is created as a byproduct of the combustion process.
DPF Cleaning works by raising the temperature of the exhaust gasses, burning out most of the built-up soot in the car’s DPF. By doing this, the technician is then able to carry out the rest of the process without removing the DPF. If your car has a more severe DPF blockage, the DPF would need to be removed and cleaned.
DPF Explained
A DPF is a filter that’s fitted onto the car’s exhaust to catch the soot particles being emitted from the car’s engine. This type of filter is only used on diesel engines, never on an engine running off petrol.
DPF stands for Diesel Particulate Filter and when there’s a build-up of excess soot, the engine of your diesel vehicle won’t work properly. It’ll cost you an excess amount in fuel consumption and emit harmful exhaust emissions.
This cleaning process uses different types of regeneration, such as active regeneration for example. It’s a term used for cleaning the soot out of the car’s DPF. The regeneration process can be done both on and off the car depending on how bad the soot build-up is.
Benefits
There are so many fantastic benefits to having your DPF cleaned. You’ll be able to help save the planet, but also save your money!
If you’re unsure about when to have your DPF cleaned, it’s important to note that a warning light should show on your car’s dashboard, never ignore a warning light!
- Better engine performance
- Better fuel economy
- Lowers harmful emissions
- Better resale value
- Avoids costly repairs
With these great benefits, you’ll be able to save yourself from having to pay out any costly repairs, whilst also helping to make a positive impact on the planet at the same time.
Repercussions
Not having your DPF cleaned can result in you needing to buy a replacement DPF, which can cost up to thousands of pounds. By keeping your filter clean from harmful soot emissions, you’ll be able to ensure your car is kept in perfect working order and avoid paying out thousands of pounds for a new DPF!
You’ll see an increase in exhaust fumes, exhaust soot, your car using extra fuel from the fuel tank and so much more. Keep an eye out for that orange warning light and book yourself a cleaning service today, keep those costs down and avoid an increase in fuel consumption.
Now you’ve heard all about DPF cleaning, all you need to do is head to our website and book in your service today! Soon enough, your car will be running as good as new!
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