How do I turn off my DPF light?

What do you do when you see the DPF light? When the DPF light has become illuminated, it's telling you that 'passive regeneration' has failed and that you need to actively regenerate the diesel particulate filter. You can do this by increasing your speed to more than 40mph for between 10 and 15 minutes.

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How do I manually clear my DPF?

Driving for over 10 minutes at speeds in excess of 40mph will often be sufficient to clear the blockage and regenerate the DPF. You should consult the handbook for your vehicle for more specific guidance on how you should drive to initiate regeneration of the DPF and clear the warning light.

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Will a DPF light go off itself?

So if your DPF warning light, lights up, don't panic. It's not an emergency. But don't ignore it either - because it's not going away unless you act.

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How can I clear my DPF fast?

So it is advised that drivers regularly give their diesel vehicle a good 30 to 50 minute run at sustained speed on a motorway or A-road to help clear the filter.

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Can you clean a DPF without removing it?

When mild service is necessary, the Bluechem DPF Top Gun Cleaner combined with the High Pressure Gun allows automotive service shop to clean the DPF without removing it from the vehicle. For High build-up of soot and residuals (Clogged DPF), severe service of the DPF flushing is the solution.

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How to permanently reset the DPF warning light on Any Make and Model

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Can I drive with DPF light on?

Can you ignore the DPF light and carry on driving? Technically yes, but we would not recommend it. If you ignore the DPF light and continue driving, the build-up of soot will soon reach a point whereby your car has to enter 'limp-home' mode in order to prevent any damage to the engine.

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How do you tell if your DPF is clogged?

The main signs of blocked DPF are:
  1. DPF warning light on dashboard.
  2. Engine Low on power.
  3. Engine cannot rev to high RPMS.
  4. Black smoke from exhaust upon acceleration.
  5. Odour of diesel fuel into the cabin.
  6. Reduced fuel economy.

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Can you clear DPF by revving?

The easiest and cheapest method of DPF filter cleaning is by driving the vehicle for a long-distance at high revs per minute. Doing this increases the heat of the exhaust and burns the soot blocking the DPF filter. It's best to drive on a motorway or A road where you can keep the vehicle at a consistent speed.

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How do I reset my DPF after cleaning?

DPF ADDITIVE LEVEL RESET STEPS:
  1. Jack up the vehicle. Disconnect the battery. ...
  2. Remove the dosing pump hose(s) (3). Remove the additive reservoir from the housing (1). ...
  3. Fit in the reverse order. Reset the level display to zero. ...
  4. Select the vehicle as shown in the illustration. ...
  5. Further information. ...
  6. Tools and equipment.

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Can a blocked DPF damage the engine?

Blocked DPFs wreak havoc with the delicate balance of your engine by preventing the normal venting of gases, which causes a variety of engine issues, as described above. In addition to reduced power and fuel efficiency, a blocked filter may eventually cause a dangerous mechanical malfunction and break your engine.

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How quickly can a DPF clog up?

Depending on the model of the car, every 120,000, 150,000 or 180,000 kilometres. Some drivers might struggle with a clogged filter as early as after only a few thousand kilometres.

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How long does a DPF burn off take?

How long does the regeneration take? The DPF regeneration cycle takes approximately an hour and a half (1 1/2 hours) to complete and can be completed as part of a routine service.

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What can cause the DPF light to come on?

A failed exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve, problems with exhaust and injection systems and faulty glow plugs can all, in turn, affect the DPF and cause the DPF warning light to illuminate. In fact, even using the wrong type of oil in a car can trigger the DPF warning light to come on.

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Can I force a DPF regeneration?

A forced regeneration can be performed by any service shop with the appropriate diagnostic software. The cost for a forced regeneration varies. Generally, it is between $300-$700 depending on the technician's required diagnostic time and the length of time your DPF regeneration lasts.

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How do I manually start DPF regeneration?

To kick off a manual DPF regeneration you should
  1. Put the vehicle in neutral.
  2. Put on the hand brake.
  3. Leave the pedals alone!
  4. Press and hold the DPF button for 2 seconds or longer.

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Does removing DPF cause problems?

Without the DPF filter in place, diesel engines accumulated soot and other particulates can build up on engine components and cause excessive wear to trucks. This can lead to serious engine problems down the road with expensive repair costs.

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Will a blocked DPF use more fuel?

A blocked DPF or obstructed exhaust will force your engine to work harder to expel exhaust gases, reducing available power and increasing fuel consumption.

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What are the most common DPF problems?

DPF failures and common causes
  • High Idle Times. High idle causes' buildup of particulates in the filters, which increases the cleaning frequency. ...
  • Trucks Running Short Routes. ...
  • Issues with Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve. ...
  • Operator Error. ...
  • Turbo Failure. ...
  • Overloaded DPF.

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Can a blocked DPF damage turbo?

One final consideration, it takes time for a DPF to block, sometimes years. Once blocked though, turbo failure can occur very quickly.

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Is a DPF expensive to replace?

Replacing a DPF can easily cost $4000 to $8000, and sometimes more, it's a big cost… particularly when a vehicle is out of warranty!

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How often should DPF light come on?

The DPF light will typically come on when the filter is around half full, and it's recommended you sort it there and then. Going for a 50-minute drive up the motorway is much less hassle than paying for the DPF to be cleaned or replaced.

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Do all diesel cars have DPF problems?

Do all diesel cars have DPF problems? All diesels built from 2009 onwards will have a DPF, and some diesels built before this will have one as well.

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How do I fix my DPF problem?

What is required is to clean up the fuel burn, rather than “after treat” it with a diesel particulate filter!
  1. Improve the combustion process.
  2. Burn away excess soot and carbon.
  3. Remove potential DPF Blockages.
  4. Enable the DPF system to operate correctly.

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How do you clean a DPF while driving?

If your car has an automatic transmission, shift your gears in a manual mode by moving the gear shift gently. No need to use the speed limiter, it is with no seeming value added. Ride like this for a minimum of 30 minutes. This will initiate a regeneration cycle, and your DPF will be cleaned.

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