If you are concerned about DPF issues in Birkenhead, contact Kic Garage. A DPF is designed to collect the soot that is created when diesel is burned, preventing harmful particles from being released into the atmosphere. All post-2009 cars that comply with Euro 5 emissions standards must be fitted with a DPF. Diesel particulate filter issues are most commonly caused by the large soot particles left behind after the exhaust gases have passed through the filter. The soot blocks the filter, which then stops the engine from running. As the filter only has a finite capacity, it needs to be regularly emptied or ‘burned off’ to regenerate the DPF. The regeneration process burns off the excess soot in the filter, and this reduces the harmful exhaust emissions.
To stop the filter from being blocked by the soot, it needs to be burned at a high enough temperature which will turn it into smaller ash particles, making it easier to be expelled from the system. In Birkenhead, DPF issues need to be seen to as soon as possible to avoid hefty car repair costs. It is when the cleaning or the regeneration process is disturbed that most major DPF issues occur. You will know that you have a problem with your vehicle’s DPF as the DPF orange dashboard light will come on. DPF issues are most commonly caused by regular, short, stop-go journeys. Your vehicle should also be regularly services and maintained as a vehicle that has been poorly serviced is also likely to develop DPF issues. If you are concerned about your vehicle’s DPD, it is best to take it to a professional garage.
DPF issues in Birkenhead are expertly seen to by our expert team. An important point to consider is that a diesel particulate filter check has been part of the MOT test since February 2014. If the DPF filter has been removed from your vehicle, it will fail its MOT test. If you are concerned about DPF issues, contact Kic Garage today. We will be pleased to assist you and ensure that your vehicle is running as smoothly as it should. You will also find that our prices are pocket-friendly.