What to Do When You Need a Cleaner DPF: Finding Diesel Particulate Filter Cleaning Service You Can Trust
Every vehicle comes with a pre-set list of maintenance milestones. Sticking to this schedule is an easy way to stay on top of the most important steps to take for car care. On the list are usually things such as oil and air filter changes, with higher mileage milestones reserved for less frequent needs, for example replacing old transmission fluid. For those who drive diesel vehicles, many of the milestones are the same — but there is one in particular that’s unique to your vehicle, and which you should consider carefully. We’re talking about the eventual need to take your DPF, or diesel particulate filter, to a cleaner. A vital component that helps to trap harmful by-products found inside diesel soot, an especially dirty filter can have a negative impact on performance, safety, and the environment.
At DPF Cleaning Services, a division of Western Filters, we can help to restore this component from your vehicle to excellent condition. Instead of a costly replacement, a DPF filter cleaning can save you from a significant expense and a considerable hassle. It is a filter, after all — cleaning is a part of its design. With advanced processes at our disposal, we can choose the ideal way to proceed, delivering damage-free restoration. What is most important for you to know about taking advantage of our diesel particulate filter cleaning service?
What to Keep in Mind About Our Diesel Particulate Filter Cleaning Service
The goal of this process is to restore the filter to as close to new as possible. In normal operation, a self-cleaning process known as “regeneration” takes place, keeping the filter generally free of too much build-up. A host of other in-vehicle issues (leaking oil, for example) can foul the filter, leading to less effective regeneration and ultimately performance impacts. Complete removal of the unit is the only way to ensure thorough deep cleaning. We recommend our clients visit their regular, trusted mechanic for the removal of the unit along with all onboard sensor devices. We can then take receipt of it and proceed with the clean.
Which diesel DPF cleaner we use depends on the type of unit your vehicle has, plus what challenges we identify in the process of an examination. We may use ultrasonic cleaning, for example, to use sound waves to break up and disperse accumulated grime. For trickier units, special hydro cleaning allows us to cleanse sealed units without the need for cutting and re-welding. All our processes are fast, yielding results within 24 hours — so you don’t need to spend weeks without your vehicle. Along with a diesel particulate filter that’s much cleaner than before, you’ll also receive a detailed “before and after” report that allows you to evaluate our performance.
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For a typical diesel vehicle in regular traffic, we suggest cleansing your filter approximately every 150,000 kilometres. However, consult with your mechanic for further information on the health of your vehicle and the potential need for maintenance. For full details on what DPF Cleaning Services can accomplish for your car, please explore our service page. To make arrangements for sending in your unit, contact us today.