Clogged DPF Symptoms
A clogged DPF can cause significant, costly issues if left untreated — and yet the issue is more common than you might expect. In many cases, drivers are unaware that they’re dealing with a clogged DPF until they have a more serious problem.
Some of the classic signs of a blocked DPF include:
Dashboard DPF Warning Light
This is the most common sign of DPF clogging. A DPF Warning Light will appear on the driver’s dashboard when the DPF regeneration process has failed. If that happens, make an appointment with a reputable ‘garage near me’ such as MB Motors.
Reduced Engine Power
A clogged DPF can impact engine performance. If your vehicle is slower and more sluggish than it normally is, then it’ll be time to make an appointment with MB Motors, the garage Rugeley drivers trust to repair their vehicles.
Poor Fuel Efficiency
A blocked DPF can impact the engine’s air-fuel mixture, resulting in reduced efficiency and greater fuel consumption. If you’ve noticed that you're returning to the pump with increasing frequency, then it could be due to a clogged DPF.
Engine Won’t Start
Some vehicles can go into self-protection mode if their sensors detect a buildup of fumes inside the engine, and will refuse to start to prevent further damage.
Increased Smoke From Exhaust
DPFs are designed to reduce emissions, which is why modern diesel vehicles typically don’t leave a trail of black smoke. If your vehicle is producing excessive smoke, then it’s likely due to a blocked DPF, which impacts its ability to work correctly.
At MB Motors, our team of Ford, VW, BMW, and Mercedes specialists — among others — are here to provide the DPF cleaning services you need to restore your DPF to full working condition.
