To keep your car running smoothly, you must ensure that your DPF is also performing to the best of your capability. DPF cleaners are vital for this and can often save you from hefty repair costs. Not all DPF cleaners are the same quality; some may not work. Below we briefly discuss the importance of DPF cleaners before introducing you to your best option on the market.
WHAT IS A DPF? WHY IS IT SO IMPORTANT
Since 2009, it has been mandatory for all diesel-fuelled cars to have a DPF. This is to combat the rising CO2 emissions, which are toxic to humans and the atmosphere. Soot is one of the most significant contributors to pollution, as it is the main component of smog. The diesel particulate filter is a filtration system which actively reduces the levels of toxins emitted from diesel vehicles. The DPF removes soot from exhaust gases by catching it before it is released from the exhaust. The soot doesn’t go away by itself, and the engine must perform a regeneration process to remove it.
TYPES OF REGENERATION
PASSIVE:
Passive regeneration happens when the engine produces temperatures of 350 degrees Celsius and higher. The trapped soot is burned off as the vehicle is in use. This commonly occurs when the vehicle is driven on a long journey like the motorway or a long country road.
ACTIVE:
If the exhaust temperatures are not high enough, the soot will build up in the DPF. An active regeneration consists of raw fuel automatically being injected into the diesel oxidation catalyst to increase the exhaust temperature. This can fail if the vehicle journey is too short, stopping the DPF regeneration process from completing.
MANUAL:
Manual regeneration is different from the previous DPF regeneration types as it is not an automatic process. The driver must ensure the vehicle is stationary and the DPF light is on. The driver then presses a button, and the engine will begin revving as it attempts to reach soot-burning heat. This process can take up to 30 minutes, but not all vehicles can perform this process. Manual regeneration is not expected as many new vehicles do not have the button to do this process.
FORCED:
Forced regeneration is performed in a workshop where a DPF cleaning cycle is forced to happen. The car is made to run at extremely high temperatures as the engine revs constantly. This type of regeneration can be detrimental to your vehicle. Because there is no airflow, the car is not able to regulate the heat produced by the engine. This can cause your DPF to collapse, oil dilution and turbo issues. The sensors in the car can also melt and misread information from the vehicle, causing further problems.
WHY YOU SHOULD USE THE BEST DPF CLEANER.
Regular use of a DPF cleaner is a much cheaper option than paying up to thousands for repairs. They are effective preventative treatments, targeting soot build-up before it blocks your DPF completely. Using a DPF cleaner will reduce the temperature of soot burns, allowing regeneration to be performed at lower heat. Once the soot has been burned away, the exhaust gasses will pass through the system faster, resulting in better vehicle performance and fuel usage. Using a high-quality DPF cleaner will enhance these benefits further.
ABOUT KLEN’S DPF CLEANER
When comparing performance and efficiency, klen’s award-winning DPF Cleaner and Regenerator are in a league of their own. It is mainly designed for short-trip, low speed-drivers when the engine does not reach soot-burning temperatures. This is a great preventative for drivers living or working in busy cities. It aids the passive regeneration process of the DPF and actively reduces soot emissions. The klen DPF cleaner and regenerator are compatible with all diesel engines and will improve the stability of the DPF. For the best results, it is recommended to use one 500ml bottle every 1000 miles.