The Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) is an integral part of a diesel car’s exhaust system. The purpose of the DPF is to filter out and store the soot produced by burning fuel to reduce the release of harmful emissions. The soot itself is a particulate matter which needs burning off to regenerate the filter, but blockages can lead to dashboard warning lights, inefficient performance and potentially costly repair bills.
Dare Maps offers a DPF removal service, strictly for off-road use, to customers in Kingston, Staines and the surrounding Surrey and Berkshire areas. Our workshop in Shepperton also covers the whole of South West London.
While it is completely legal to remove a DPF, it is an offence to drive any vehicle modified to a point where it no longer complies with the current Road Vehicles (Construction and Use) Regulations, and specifically Regulation 61a(3).
These regulations control standards for pollutant emissions and DPF removals contravene these standards in most cases.
The DPF can fail for any number of reasons. High mileage, in particular, compacts the soot and causes regeneration issues. Failed sensors can stop the regeneration process completely while leaking injectors or valve stem oil seals also impact performance. These are all instances which could encourage an off-road driver to consider a DPF removal service.
For drivers who use public roads here in Shepperton and the surrounding Kingston and Staines areas, local driving and not enough time spent on motorways (or using motorways in too low a gear) can also interfere with the regeneration process.
A poor standard of performance mapping is also a common issue.
Dare Maps offers two options for DPF removal, both of which are available to off-road users only. Please note that your car could fail the MOT test if you have had the DPF removed. You could also face fines and invalidate your insurance.
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DPF removal offers a significant increase in overall vehicle performance and efficiency for off-road users. Dare Maps has an experienced team of technicians who can advise you on the best solution for your needs. With remapping, we can offer a lifetime software warranty and 14-day money-back guarantee. We also have diagnostic tooling on our premises from market-leading brands to reset dashboard warning lights.
If you have off-road needs and feel you could benefit from a DPF removal service, please contact us today or visit our premises in Shepperton. We welcome enquiries from customers in Kingston, Staines and all surrounding local areas.
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