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Vauxhall Zafira Tourer - DPF on Zafira tourer and S-Max 17 Feb 2014 (Forum)
There is a little voice in my head that keeps saying 'forget the diesel and DPF, go for a petrol'. Alan -
Volkswagen Touareg 2.5 Date 2009. - Diesel particulate Filter 8 Dec 2013 (Forum)
There is no apparent loss of performance or increase in fuel consumption. Local dealer has said it is the DPF and it needs replacing at £2500!! I am doubtful of the diagnosis because the DPF light has not come on, and the "engine block" warning came on after several hours at high motorway speeds when i would expect the DPF to clear itself not clog up, and the mileage is only 45000. -
Can you recommend a medium car for short trips which will avoid DPF problems? 2 Nov 2013 (Ask HJ)
Could you recommend a reliable small to medium car or SUV for an average of 10,000 miles per year, primarily consisting of short journeys for a couple... -
Suzuki Swift - should I extend my warranty? 24 May 2013 (Ask HJ)
My Suzuki Swift diesel has come to end of warranty and now offered extended warranty. Would this be worth it and what should I look for, and would... -
Ford focus 1.6tdci 2007 - Dpf now turbo gone 15 Apr 2013 (Forum)
Please advise me if the ford garage , while doing the dpf could of caused the turbo to o so quick. Mant thanks.....please email me some pictures. -
Jaguar XF - does it have a diesel particulate filter? 6 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
Does the Jaguar XF have a DPF and if yes, are you aware of any problems? We have had problems with our current Vauxhall Insignia and don't want a repeat. -
Black smoke from S Class 18 Jul 2011 (Ask HJ)
Last week you wrote about DPF clogging to contaminate lubricating oil. My computer says I have a reduced oil level but the dip stick confirms correct amount.... -
Is there a DPF in my Citroen C2? 24 Aug 2010 (Ask HJ)
I have read the FAQ about DPF problems, but are they fitted to every diesel car including my 2002 Citroen C2? -
Citroen C5 (2001 - 2008) - 1.6 HDi FAP/DPF reliability 22 May 2009 (Forum)
Local dealer has a nice 55 plate 1.6 hdi lx estate, 38k miles, salesman nice guy but not up to speed on the particulate filters. looking at the forum most problems seem with older models with 2.0 Hdi engine. Does the 1.6 have a FAP/DPF? Does it need the special additive replaced at big bucks, or is it self cleaning with no additive. The company I work for has a fleet of Focus's I think same engine no problems with them. I would prefer a petrol cause of the DPF issues, or is this model alright for this. -
Will short journeys in a diesel car cause issues? 3 Aug 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2014 Mercedes SLK diesel roadster. Will making multiple short journeys of 5-10 miles cause a problem with the exhaust system? If so, would some... -
How do I get my DPF to regenerate? 19 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
I own a 2017 BMW 640d Coupe. It easily reaches 70 mph at 1500rpm in auto mode. I think you advise drivers to maintain 2000rpm for 15 miles or so on a dual... -
Should diesel particulate filter (DPF) failures be covered by a manufacturer warranty? 1 Nov 2021 (Ask HJ)
Is the MG seven year warranty any good? The catalytic converter has failed (or the particulate filter) after only three years. Is that acceptable to be... -
Van - New van DPF dialema 7 May 2021 (Forum)
Does anyone have a new PSA small van and use it the majority of time around town, if so have you had DPF issues ? My dialema is not helped by the fact that Toyota has recently released its small Proace "City" van (which is diesel) and its obviously marketed for City driving. Do the DPF's in these vans do an auto regen when it needs to even when not driving over 50mph ?? -
Volkswagen Touareg - DPF problems 2 Dec 2013 (Ask HJ)
The yellow 'engine block' light has illuminated on my Volkswagen Touareg diesel during a 300 mile trip to Cornwall. It went out a day or so later only... -
Will the Porsche Cayenne stop-start system damage the battery or DPF? 26 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
A friend is purchasing a Porsche Cayenne diesel with a stop-start fuel saving cut-out facility. Firstly, does this rapidly destroy a battery (with all... -
Toyota Yaris - Toyota Yaris Diesel Mk2 2010 - DPF Regeneration 19 Aug 2013 (Forum)
Hi Posters; The car in the subject seems to perform the DPF regeneration process very frequently, i.e. at every 35 to 70 miles. The car has covered approx 50k miles with 80% at motorway speed. Because of the very frequent regeneration of the DPF, the fuel economy has been severly affected. -
Should I buy a large capacity diesel for short journeys? 23 Mar 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am considering buying a 2008 Range Rover TDV8, a 2010 Audi A8 TDI or a 2010 Jaguar XJ 3-litre diesel. Although I drive some long distance trips, predominately... -
Is a a 58-plate KIA Cee'd fitted with a DPF? 17 Nov 2012 (Ask HJ)
I am looking to buy a 58-plate Kia cee'd 1.6 CRDI LS estate. It will mainly do daily trips around town for 15 mins or so, so we are put off by the diesel... -
Is it time to change our car? 12 Mar 2012 (Ask HJ)
We own a 2007 Seat Leon 1.9 diesel. It has been a very reliable car, but it is due a cam belt and, at almost five years old, I wonder whether it is liable... -
List of cars which don't have DPF's fitted 7 Feb 2019 (Forum)
Lets try and avoid these awful devices. I'm guessing the 05 Ford Fiestas should be safe?
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