If the DPF filter reaches a certain percentage full level, your car will give you a warning light which will look something similar to the image below (The image will vary between car manufacturer but will generally look very similar) This will depend on the types of journey you do. If you drive on a motorway regularly for extended periods of time, you’ll need to use DPF cleaner less often than a typical “around town” driver.

A close runner up, Cataclean 6160 DPF cleaner offers exceptional performance at a really impressive price point. Cataclean claim it’ll reduce emissions but as much as 60%, a really impressive bit of kit. As well as protecting and cleaning the DPF, it’ll also protect and maintain catalytic converter systems. The key features of Cataclean 6160 DPF cleaner are;

No, you cannot have your DPF removed. It’s a legal requirement in the UK and if removed, your car will immediately fail an MOT test.

Like all Redex fuel additives, our DPF Cleaner can be added to a full or partially full fuel tank as and when required. It’s also safe to use with other products in the Redex diesel fuel additives range. How do I use DPF Cleaner? If you only ever use your car for short journeys around town and never drive on a motorway, it’s recommended to use a DPF cleaner in every second or third tank of fuel, doing so will signifanctly reduce soot built up in the DPF. Redex DPF Cleaner works to clear soot from your car’s particulate filter, reducing the likelihood of a fault and switching off the warning light. Easy and convenient to use, it means you don’t have to take your car for a trip on the motorway to burn off soot from inside the DPF. In terms of economy, it’s almost impossible to be absolutely definitive as no two weeks are subject to exactly the same usage, weather or road conditions.Using a DPF cleaning additive as a preventative measure could potentially save you thousands in repair bills. The recent cold snap is what convinced our one dissenting voice, as she found the C-Max far less ‘chuggy’ on first start on cold mornings. So strike one for Redex. Has economy improved? Part of Liqui Moly’s Pro Line of products, the German branded Liqui Moly DPF cleaner takes our top spot. Liqui Moly claim it’ll dissolve hardened, dense and encrusted contaminants on the surface of diesel particulate filters ensuring optimum performance at all times. As well as restoring performance of the engine, crucially, it’ll also improve fuel consumption significantly. Liqui Moly have built up an excellent reputation for producing exemplary car care products and this DPF cleaner is arguably one of their most impressive products yet. The key features of Liqui Moly Pro Line DPF cleaner are;

Our DPF Cleaner is available to buy from most motoring stores and select retailers, and online. How to Use Redex DPF Cleaner Modern diesel vehicles require regular journeys and not just that, they require journeys which allow the engine to get up to optimum temperature which then allows all of the emissions systems to work at their best. Unfortunately, short, infrequent journeys are a huge problem for modern diesels which are equipped with DPF filters as they don’t allow the DPF and other emissions systems to work properly. The Coronavirus pandemic has resulted in most people working from home which has then culminated in their vehicles not being used anywhere near as much. When drivers are using their cars, they are generally being used for a weekly trip to the shops, school run etc. You can avoid this hassle by using Redex DPF Cleaner, which helps to keep the filter clean without other preventative measures. Where to Buy Generally, DPF cleaners begin to work pretty much straight away after being application. Research has shown that vehicles can start to show improved performance as little after 10-15 minutes after the DPF cleaner has been applied. Once you’ve applied the cleaner, you should start to see a noticeable improvement from your car. How Often Should I Use DPF Cleaner? We recommend that you use it every second or third tank to prevent problems. You can also use it if your DPF warning light comes on; if the warning light is on, this can also cause your car to fail its MOT. Can I just take my car to a mechanic to clear my DPF?

How do I use DPF Cleaner?

Modern diesel engines currently produce less carbon dioxide levels than petrol engines, however they produce much higer NOx levels. High levels of NOx are dangerous to the environment and can cause respiratory problems for humans such as inflammation of the airways. It’s for these reasons that systems such as DPF filters were introduced. How Does A Diesel Particulate Filter Work? Redex DPF Cleaner is a specialist fuel additive that helps to keep particulate filters in diesel engines clean. Alternatively, you can add a shot of DPF Cleaner when the light comes on. Add a dose to your car’s fuel tank, drive as normal, and you should find that the light switches off without the need for that inconvenient trip to the motorway. Do I need DPF Cleaner for a petrol engine? Over time, DPFs become clogged with unburnt soot, resulting in a DPF warning light and the potential for engine failure if the filter isn’t cleaned. We had no hesitation in trying this out, especially as just about everyone at Cars UK Towers has used Redex at one time or another, and were confident it was safe to use.