What is DPF cleaning?

Diesel Particulate Filters (DPFs) were developed to meet ongoing changes in emissions regulations, and are now fitted to almost all modern diesel vehicles. DPFs are designed to remove soot build-up as you drive, but over time they can become clogged or damaged. Any diesel car can be susceptible to soot build-up, especially those mainly driven around town or on short or low speed journeys. Regular DPF cleaning is the best way to avoid costly repairs.

How often should I clean my DPF?

This depends on your driving style, mileage and type of car you drive. If your DPF is showing signs of damage, we recommend booking a DPF Deep Clean. This treatment will include an inspection of the DPF to understand the cause of the fault, a direct flush of the filter and a test drive of at least 20 minutes. To keep your diesel vehicle running smoothly in future, we suggest a DPF Maintenance Clean (https://www.halfords.com/car-repairs/dpf-and-exhaust-system/) every six months.

No. It may be tempting to remove a stubborn DPF; however, it is now illegal to do so. The inspection of the exhaust system carried out during the MOT test will include a check for the presence of a DPF. A DPF removal (where one was previously fitted) will result in an MOT failure. GOV.UK (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/diesel-particulate-filters-guidance-note/diesel-particulate-filters),October 2017.

How often should I use a DPF Performance Pack treatment?

If you are only doing short trips, we recommend using this treatment every 6 months to ensure your DPF stays blockage free. For higher mileage drivers, we recommend using this treatment every 12 months.

How long does it take to carry out the DPF Performance Pack treatment?

Please allow around an hour for all work to be carried out. Our team will contact you when your car is ready to collect.

Can you carry out exhaust repairs on my car?

Yes! Halfords Autocentres' expert technicians are trained to carry out exhaust system repair on any make or model of car. We are highly experienced at checking and fitting exhausts, and it's no surprise, as the exhaust system is one of the most hard-working components on your vehicle. It is constantly in use whilst the engine is running.

Do you use quality exhaust parts?

Yes! Our car exhaust fitters use only the highest-quality parts to ensure your new exhaust matches your car's original specification. All our exhausts carry a one year unlimited mileage guarantee.

What does exhaust replacement cost?

To make sure you're only paying for the parts and labour that's required, we don't charge fixed car exhaust prices. Book a free check today and we'll carry out a comprehensive inspection of your car exhaust system, then give you a no-obligation, free exhaust replacement quote.

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If you own a diesel car, then you'll most likely have a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) to help reduce emissions from your car. However, with limited capacity, regular DPF maintenance is required. At Halfords, we offer a deep DPF clean and maintenance clean to keep the filter working at optimum level, so book your diesel car into a Halfords Autocentre today.

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