DPF Removal & Smoke-Correction Service
DPF Removals are becoming very common as the years progress, they continue to fail and manufacturers continue to release newer cars with Diesel Particulate Filters (DPF). The Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) is also known as a Filtre à Particules (FAP) and some people even dealerships refer to it as CATS (Catalytic Converters) however, they should not be mistaken as they operate differently.
For more information on how a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) / Filtre à Particules (FAP) works, check out our What Is A DPF article.
Problems after DPF Removal
Having the DPF removed is meant to bring peace of mind. After having endless battles up & down the motorway trying to regenerate your DPF, spending £ 100 if not £ 1000 taking it to dealerships for regenerations/oil changes and actual DPF replacements – a DPF Removal is meant to take the problem away completely & forever, leaving you with a vehicle that is reliable, efficient and responsive, with zero errors & zero problems. However, what people are left with is in many cases completely different. We’ve heard some real horror stories of people who have (before finding us), attempted to have their DPFs removed by other “companies” and “mobile agents”, problems such as:
- PDF Warning Light Coming Back
- Car Going Into Limp Mode (also known as Limp Home Mode)
- Ignition Coil Light Flashing
- Traction Light On
- Excessive Smoke
- Turbo / Engine Failure
- MOT Failure
Why do these problems occur?
Most problems are related to the software companies & mobile agents are using.
Firstly, we are against doing MOBILE DPF Removals and the reason behind this is, that the only way to do a “Mobile DPF Removal” is by using an automated piece of software which scans through the car ECU data and attempts to delete all data strings related to the DPF file structure (within pre-set parameters). However, this software can never 100% delete all data strings because they are interlinked and deep-coded with file structures relating to:
- Fuel Rail Pressure
- Exhaust Gas Temperature
- Air / Fuel Ratio
- & Many Others..
If the automated software were to delete the interlinked & deep-coded file structures, this would interfere with these sensors and cause data corruption and many errors to occur almost immediately after starting the engine. Some problems don’t occur for some time after the DPF has been removed.
In most cases, the automated software won’t delete these parts of the file, but then leaving part of the DPF file in place will also bring problems such as the vehicle falling back into limp mode, the DPF light coming back on, excessive smoke and as a result of this, an MOT Failure.
The Sinspeed DPF Removal Approach
Unlike other companies & mobile agents, we do not touch any automated software. After reading and downloading the data from your ECU, we manually scan through the 1000’s of data strings looking for all DPF file structures. We then proceed to delete & modify any data strings to command the ECU that the DPF is no longer existing nor required on the vehicle for it to run correctly. In doing so, the ECU will run as it should without having a DPF on the car and will be guaranteed to not cause any errors. It is the only sure way to a successful DPF Removal.
Furthermore, just by removing the DPF, you cannot guarantee it will pass an MOT. Although it is not illegal to remove the DPF / FAP from the vehicle, it may still fail an MOT if your vehicle does not meet the necessary smoke detection levels at an MOT test.
After having successfully removed 100% of the DPF data file structure. we then proceeded to carry out a full smoke-correction session (inclusive of all DPF removals by Sinspeed). This enables us to fine-tune the system to run optimally and efficiently with no errors after having the DPF removed.
We are currently the only company in the whole of the UK that offers this smoke-correction service.
If you’re looking at having your DPF Removed but you’re not sure how this will affect the running of your vehicle or have any further enquiries, please do not hesitate to call us direct on our enquiries & booking line: 0203 815 9441
Will DPF Removal Cause Me To Fail An MOT?
From February 2014, the law is changing to include the visual inspection of the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) during your MOT inspection. Although our DPF Removals are very discreet and our smoke-correction ensures the vehicle won’t smoke come MOT time, we are offering our DPF Removal sessions as an “Off-Road Use Only” service.
Hi there i have ford mondeo titanium 2009 i had its dpf removed and remaped it at my local garage but there is still too much smoke coming out when i press the throttle fully and when i put it into 5th and 6th gear it wont accelerate and rpm coming down and at one point engine stopped working after driving in 6th geear for an hour and half. any idea why its nnot gaining full throttle after all of this and why its causing smoke and how much it gonna cost to fix it ???
hi i have Audi A3 its pro with DPF light pop up gone few Garages they fix but witin few days it come back Again cou you please give me qutation?
hi i have Audi A3 its pro with DPF light pop up gone few Garages they fix but witin few days it come back Again cou you please give me qutation?
Hello,
I have delete the dPF from my Toyota Verso 2009 D-CAT but still having a black smoke out of exhaust. please help
I just removed a DPF on my Citroen DS4,there’s lot of smoke
Hi, I have a mazda cX 5 which the DPF was removed after A few days of driving the vehicle is smoking A lot. what could be the cause.
Hi, could you please send me details and cost to remove the dpf from a 2012 Honda accord type S.
thanks Andrew
hello i have a peugeot rcz and i made a remap stage 3 and dpf removal and i have a lot of smoke when i accelarate.it can be the air fuel radio? the guy that remaped the car told me that the smoke is cause of the dpf removal.
Hi can you give me some advice had my for removed and remap now it’s smoking and it’s regen thanks
i have a 2008 f250 which i have deleted the dPF and it smokes badly. I live in GHANA. How do i get to use your services
I have a t5.1 2.0 tdi 140.
I am looking at a an egr delete and gutting the dpf and mapping out.
Could you advise if this is possible and a cost.
Would i see any power gains?
Hi there recently got my 2013 330d msport remapped and dpf delete the remap was fine but once i got the dpf done im getting alot of smelly smoke at low speeds and i think the car is still trying to regenerate the company said they are going to put another map on that turns off dpf pressure and temp sensors , how much for you to work your magic on the car and any info that might help me
Hello Sir,
I have a Kia sportage 2.0 diesel 2016 model. I had my mechanic remove the dPF and ECU reprogrammed but i am experiencing white smoke when driving.
Please can you help me Fix this issue.
My Audi B8 has been removed the DPF and I drove it for about a week and the car was driving perfect, and then it started having a lot of white smoke when I drive, the smoke just disappear for a two day and then it came back again. Please assist on what could be the cause.thank you
Hi i have a e60 530d since having stage 2 remap dpf cat delete the car smokes too much at idle and Also I think the cat is not been fitted back correctly causing diesel smell when i open the windows
Could you Give me a price For this please
Also could you get 300bhp without smoke?
Thanks
is it normal for the engine to smoke after dpf removal and software delete,,,it was smoking before removal anyway
Hi, i have a 2007 e70 bmw x5. the dpf has been removed and the guy told me that he dit the remapping on it. however when i drive there is no smoke at all and even when i stop there is nothing but when the car idles for about 2minutes then it starts to smoke a lot out of both exhaust pipes and it smells very strong. what can it be?
Hi Jason does your lifetime guarantee cover any/all software related dPF issues once DPF has been removed. I’ve got a 2016 insignia 170 brake 28000 miles no issues and runs add blue euro 6. Could I please have a price for removal of the DPF and do you think I should have the EGR removed and mapped out also thanks Chris
Hi i have a ford fiesta own this car last 2 Years Recently eml light on dpf soot on fault I have try Regen but light on. When I look my dpf I can see dpf been Cut and removed by old owner. How much is cost for for removal dpf from ecu. 2012 fiesta 1.6tdci econetic 95 bhp
Many thanks
Hi i Think i have vw passat b6 2tdi 170 hp think to ge to rem dpf. How much Can cos And any guaranties ? Thanks
Hi I have replaced a engine in a bmw123d and Had obd 2 codes relating to air and Fuel mixture and back pressure in the exhaust
I Removed the exhaust to investigate and found the car had a dpf Delete I was wondering if I may have a program issue with the different Engine?
but same ecu and exhaust so should Already be Paied I Guess?
also does Somke with foot down and cuts the engine into a very restricted limp mode which Doesn’t set off Any obd Codes
It’s just like tick over zero go Power.
Any help or advice would be very much appreciated. I’m not far from u to kind regards.
Hey, might you have a related company in Nairobi, Kenya, that gives the service because I’m interested in removal/Deletion of DPF from my 2009 Passat 2.0 TDI which currently lies in limp mode?
Hello i currantly own a mazda 5 diesel and i have had dpf issues, ive had dpf removal +egr blank+ stage 1 remap, since having this done ive never been happy with the result as the car smells awful on tick over and also on a run, it also smokes alot when under load, there are no warning lights on to suggest any issues and i have no performance gains at all really since having the work done, any ideas would be gratefully received.
Many thanks
Paul adams
I have removed the DPF my seat Alhambra 62. However, There is smoke , particularly in the morning and soon when the engine got Warm it disappeared. What do you think the problem is?
Kaiser
Hi could you give me a price please for, zafira b 1.9cdti 2005 dpf removel, reading your articls i take it the car wornt kick smoke out cause this is what im most concerned about, also do you do the stage one remap thanks
Hi there.
Got An Vauxhall insignia 2009 Sri diesel.
Every 100- 150 Miles .
Car starting teven and massive amount smoke comes put for 15 Minutes.
Recently has been changed – dpf sebsor.
Intercooler and the 2 pipes.
Ecu program by Vauxhall.
Force Regen
But the car start to smoke badly every 100 -130miles.
Can you please get back to me.
Thank you.
Had dpf removed 2 months ago today car started smoking quite bad guy who did removal said he dont know why as he deleted software any ideas
Hello ,
I had my Mechanic Remove the Dpf from my Bmw e70 530d 2007.
What would you charge to program the car as it is smoking quite badly.
Thanks
Very interested in this as my Insignia has just started displaying the symptoms of a clogged DPF. Grateful for a quote.
(apologies for capitals, keyboard doing strange things today!!)
hi i have a 2010 vauxhall insignia diesel and about once a week the car will start smoking from the exhaust and from under the bonnet and its blue/white smoke and smells of oil burning but no lights ever come up on the dash and still drives ok and when the engine is switched off and on again it clears up and its fine again for days, can you please tell me is it the dpf and if so how much you would charge and you come to north london or where you are if i have to come to you,regards philip
Hi,
I want my dpf Taken off my audi A4 B7 2.0 Tdi 170
I am comcerned about the car smoking hence failing an mot, do you gut the dpf weld it ul and refit it ? Also i live in coventry so where is My nearest service centet to have the work done ? Also can you quite me a Price please.
Thanks
Mark
Hi, i have a vauxhall astra 1.9 cdti, iv had the dpf gutted and had it remapped but the coil light has returned and the cars trying to regen, whats guarantee do you have that yours will work and keep that dreaded light away, kind regards
Hi, im looking for a price to get the dpf deleted on my signum cdti 150.
I’ve recently bought the car and now discovered the idiot has gutted the dpf and obviously not mapped it out. Do i have any way to stop the white smoke that i am experiencing Just now (im guessing as car is trying to regen and cant) just changed oil incase it was contaminated with fuel also.
Thanks
Hi guys,could I have a quote for dpf removal on a 2009 accord 2.2 i-dtec
Many thanks in advance,Paul
Hi Guys could you please supply me with a quote to remove the DPF from my nissan pathfinder 2006 2.5
i get loads of smoke from the exhaust when the engine warms up.The car had a new pdf fitted by the dealer before a got the car,and so far I’ve change the turbo and had the injectors cleaned
but still get loads of smoke after driving for 20 minutes or so
Hi I have Vauxhall insignia 60 plate I am lacking power and my service light keeps coming I have had a new mass flow filter fitted last week still the same.Thank you George.
Hi
How much would you charge to remove DPF on Vauxhall Vectra SRI 150 1.9 turbo diesel and all necessary re-mapping of system
This vehicle is on a 06 plate
Where is your nearest service point to me as I live near Taunton?
Look forward to your reply
Regards
Peter
Can you please give me a quote to have dpf
replacement please vauxhall corsa 2010 plate
Hi Sinspeed. I have a Vauxhaull Zafira Life 1.9 DCTI / 2006. Neither a local garage or a NOW VAUXHAULL dealer managed to fix the problem about the smooke from Exhaust and the light on Dash Board (Pre Heating) Can you please send me your address and an estimate of how much it will cost me because im sure the problem is the DPF. Thank you Jose Santos
I have Vauxhall Astra Estate 1.7 ecoflex 09 use as minicab, can you tell me how much estimated cost of dpf (removal) fix problem?
Hi, I purchased a 2010 BMW 118d in feb, the amber dpf warning light has just come on so I’ve taken it for a blast on motorway but it won’t go off, the garage is saying it could cost a grand to replace, but I would much rather have it removed, could you let me know the cost , thanks
I never had the knowledge of this dpf before purchasing my car . It’s a vauxhall meriva 2011. It’s been to the garage for this dpf issue last week and start showing signs of filter been filled up again. How long does it take for the filter to get filled up and how much will it cost me to remove the dpf and remapping cos I do short journeys it will be a problem as long as am keeping the car.
I have a ford focus 1.6 d ,need to know how must to remove the DPF, I an Berkshire
Many thanks
Raj
I have a 2010 a4 2.7 TDi DSG
How much would it cost for the removal of the dpf?
Thanks
How does this affect the new legislation bought in by the government earlier this year, I am thinking of having mine removed on my S 320 CDi as it smokes since having a new one fitted a couple of years ago.
If legal how much will it cost, I await your response. Thanks Alistair
Hi guys,
Can I have a quote for a Ford CMAX 54 plate 1.6 TDCI, please
Thanks
Paul
Hi Sinspeed
I have a Golf Mk5 2006 2L GT (170bhp) which from reading I understand is one of the DPF culprits. Unfortunately I have had this problem for the last 2 years with numerous trips to the motorway and at the moment it has just gone or nearing limp mode. I need the DPF to be removed now and please could you kindly tell me how much this will cost in the package of fixes you recommend. I leave in London and this latest failed regeneration has kind off ruined my Christmas so wanted to know when realistically I can have it fixed and how long it will take too.
Kind Regards
Tom
I have a garage in ghana I would like to know how much it will cost to remove Dpf data from nissan navara and A class
ECU.
Dear Sirs
Would u mind to send me the costs of DPF removal from mondeo mk lV.2.0tdci 140bhp ? I think this is PSA engine. Tell me the price of remap in the same time. Where are u based? I am.M25 j13. Thanks in advance.
Victor
Hello, what would the cost of DPF removal be for a 2006 Ford Focus 2.0 TDCI Ghia?
Many thanks
Regards
Brian McPherson.
Looking to get the dpf removed from y Mazda 6 2009 2.2 diesel. Im in Edinburgh. can you tell me the benefits of removing this and the approximate price of the job, thanks.
Kevin Wilson.
Looking to get the dpf removed from y Mazda 6 2009 2.2 diesel. Im in Edinburgh. can you tell me the benefits of removing this and the approximate price of the job, thanks.
Kevin Wilson.
Ive had my dpf remove enad ecu dpf turned off but I get alot of smoke. Its embarrassing but everything has heen checked. Would this need the final smoke correction needed or a remap by u guys etc?
Ive had my dpf remove enad ecu dpf turned off but I get alot of smoke. Its embarrassing but everything has heen checked. Would this need the final smoke correction needed or a remap by u guys etc?
Hi my car has a problem with dpf. So how can I solve it? It is minivan and model 2008, engine 1kd.
Thank you
Mulu from Ethiopia
Hi my car has a problem with dpf. So how can I solve it? It is minivan and model 2008, engine 1kd.
Thank you
Mulu from Ethiopia
How much to remove dpf’s on a 2006 Gl 420 cdi? And how far away from Whitby North Yorkshire would I have to travel to have it done?
How much to remove dpf’s on a 2006 Gl 420 cdi? And how far away from Whitby North Yorkshire would I have to travel to have it done?
Can you advise costs involved to remove dpf from Vauxhall Signum 1.9 cdti (120 bhp)
Can you advise costs involved to remove dpf from Vauxhall Signum 1.9 cdti (120 bhp)
Hi,
Can you sort out a flashing DPF on Mazda 6 – please ring me back 07825684126
Hi,
Can you sort out a flashing DPF on Mazda 6 – please ring me back 07825684126
Hi i was wondering what the cost of a dpf removal i s fo r a insignia 2.0 cdti 160 2009
Hi i was wondering what the cost of a dpf removal i s fo r a insignia 2.0 cdti 160 2009
i do have a problem whit dpf .can you tell me how much will it cost?and where are you based ij uk?
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i do have a problem whit dpf .can you tell me how much will it cost?and where are you based ij uk?
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