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Stop in TODAY or schedule a service appointment now!!Not a day goes by without an email or tweet about DPFs. These troublesome filters are quickly becoming renowned for their wallet emptying powers and are attracting a lot of media coverage in the process. The last poor soul to contact me asked about using a DPF cleaning fuel additive. leaf air purifier crystal aireThis type of product is very new to the market, targeting those suffering with DPF issues. henry's clean air duct specialistsDPF cleaning additives are a chemical solution added to the fuel tank which claims to aid the cleaning of a DPF filter. oreck air purifier compact series xlThe additive contains a “Fuel Borne Catalyst” which in most cases is cerium oxide.

This catalyst does not help increase the temperature of the DPF during a cleaning cycle however it does work to decrease the temperature at which the soot blocking the DPF will “burn off”. (2016) We’ve been speaking to some industry experts on this matter and we’d like to offer an updated view. DPF cleaning fluids may assist with the DPF cleaning process especially if the process is struggling to reach high enough temperatures to burn off the soot blockage. This is often the case with early (2011 to early 2014) Euro 5 diesel vehicles which commonly experience DPF issues. In many cases these early cars have the DPF filters located too far away from the engine and therefore the heat required for a DPF “burn” can be difficult to reach during normal driving conditions. Therefore an additive may be a cheap and viable solution to a blocked DPF but this by not means guaranteed, especially if the DPF is clogged with Ash rather than soot. DPF Cleaners At Amazon



Our Googling of DPF cleaners has unearthed some companies offering a DPF cleaning services. 

This type of filter off service is used widely in commercial application such as HGVs and construction vehicles. This process requires the DPF filter to be removed from the vehicle, it is subjected to a process which removes the soot and ash particles which are blocking the filter. This process utilises large amounts of heat, pressure and specific chemicals to remove the blockage from the filter. This can only be performed with specialist equipment. Costs for this serve seem to vary but in most cases it is much cheaper than a replacement filter and not illegal like DPF removal (more on that below). If all else fails then do be very careful how you proceed. Removing the DPF from your exhaust system has become rather a hot topic with transport regulators across the globe, if you have the DPF filter removed you encounter issues passing your MOT or vehicle inspection. For those in the UK please be aware that your car will fail it’s MOT without a DPF and with more stringent MOT testing for DPF particulates you might be caught out by opting for one of other DPF “gutting and remap” services now being offered.

Please see the following page to see how DPF removal will effect your MOT. Our advice still stands that in the first instance of seeing the DPF light you should ring a main dealer or consult your handbook. The process to kick off a DPF regeneration should be simple enough but simply taking your car out for a “thrash” but often is’t the way to resolve this issue. However, If you’re presented with the harsh reality of a either a forced DPF regeneration or costly filter replacement we do suggest that it’s worth running some DPF cleaning additive through your fuel system. This combined with the conditions to perform a DPF clean may be enough to clean the soot from a blocked filter and extinguish your warning light. Below is a couple of links to amazon products you might want to consider. DPF Cleaners At Amazon



Have you had a bad experience with a DPF? Did a DPF cleaning additive work for you? If so we’d like to hear from you – please leave details of your experience in the comments below.

If you found the above information useful then please take a look at our DPF Diesel Particulate filter freqently asked questions page For more information on DPFs you might also like to check out the following pagesI review some of the best fuel injector cleaners available on the market so that you can make the right choice when choosing the additive to keep your diesel or gasoline/petrol engine in prime condition! Most all of the fuel cleaners reviewed on this site will work with any type of fuel, but check my comparison guide to the best fuel injector cleaner products below to make sure then read my reviews of leading brands including Chevron, Sea Foam and Red line. Why bother adding a fuel cleaner? It’s particular useful for gasoline engines, which slowly build up deposits inside the engine, on the combustion chambers, on the injectors and spark plugs. These deposits won’t stop your car engine starting or working normally, but they prevent it working at its optimum efficiency and power.

Adding a fuel injector cleaner will dissolve the deposits and help improve the efficiency and power of your engine – in short, you should see an improvement in both fuel economy and power. Fuel cleaners are less important for diesel engines since these work in a different way to gas engines and see less build-up of deposits inside the engine. Take look at my reviews of the cleaners listed here, then check the great prices I’ve found with discounts of over 50% on some products – or go straight to the bestseller, Chevron’s Techron fuel cleaner. Included in the chart are: (Tip: to sort the grid by a particular column, just click on the heading of the column) The fuel cleaners listed on this chart are only some of the most popular or highly rated fuel additive treatments available on the market. Fuel injection was adopted by many automotive manufacturers in the 1980s and 1990s as a replacement for carburetors (though for those with a historical interest, fuel injection systems have been around since the very earliest internal combustion engine).

The main difference between a carburetor and a fuel injector is that a carburetor relies on suction within the air intake system to draw fuel into the air mix and then into the combustion cylinder. In a fuel injection system, the fuel is pumped at high pressure through a small nozzle to force it into the air mix Every fuel injection system is designed specifically for the type of fuel being used – a system that is designed for a diesel fuel engine won’t work for gasoline; in addition injection systems are designed for multiple grades of fuel – and the engine setup might include sensors to adapt the tuning for the fuel being used. There are many benefits to using a car fitted with a fuel injection system instead of a carburetor based fuel delivery system. These include: Lastly, for the driver, a car or truck with a fuel injection system does need a choke. On an older car fitted with a carburetor, the choke must be operated when first starting the engine from cold and then adjusted by the driver as the engine warms up.

There are dozens of different fuel additives that will help clean your fuel system – including the injector nozzles, valves and combustion chambers. Take a look at the reviews on this site or short-cut to a quick summary of the top three most popular additives listed below. Top of the bestseller list is the Techron Concentrate Plus by Chevron with its patented PEA or polyether amine technology that will help clean your car’s fuel system by removing deposits in your injectors, intake valves, and combustion chambers. It works on all ethanol fuel types and claims to restore your engine so your vehicle runs almost like new. Chevron advise that it should be used after every 3,000 miles as part of your routine maintenance. >> Read full review of Chevron Techron Plus This popular fuel additive is a 3-in-1 chemical that helps maintain your vehicle’s engine and improve fuel economy; it’s claimed to reduce emissions and helps smooth out any rough idle patterns - but the additive is best used as a preventative maintenance rather than a cure-all for an old or neglected engine.

>>Read the full review of Red Line SI-1 Fuel Cleaner The STP 78577 Concentrated Fuel Injector Cleaner is a very popular product that helps keep your engine in good condition. It has concentrated cleaning chemical ingredients that dissolve gum, deposits, and carbon from poor quality fuel or that have built up in your fuel system. After using this product, STP claims that you get better acceleration, speed, idling, and a smoother ride. >>Read the full review of STP Super Concentrated Fuel Cleaner I’ve written my reviews to provide helpful advice that will give you information to help you choose the best model for your car, truck or project. Whichever fuel additive you decide to use, you’ll find that a good chemical will potentially transform how your engine runs, improving both the performance and the fuel economy – without the need for an expensive service. Best of all, the fuel injection cleaning additives I list on this site can all be used without any special skill or training – follow the instructions and simply add them to your tank of gas - it really is that easy.