Permanent Solution for Blocked or Defective Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
- carbonflushum
- Jul 23
- 1 min read
✅ Permanent Solution for Blocked or Defective DPF:
If a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) is badly blocked, fouled, or defective, the most effective and permanent solution is to:
Physically remove the DPF from the vehicle, and
Perform a DPF-delete software remap on the vehicle's ECU.
Why This Is the Best Option in These Cases:
🔁 DPF Cleaning Isn’t Always Viable:
If the DPF is near or beyond its designed lifespan, cleaning is only a temporary fix or might not resolve the DPF issue. The DPF will continue to block up repeatedly, costing more time and money in the long run.
💸 Save on Long-Term Costs:
Replacing a DPF can cost tens of thousands of Rand, and you’ll still be dealing with future regeneration cycles, sensor faults, and maintenance. By removing the DPF and doing the DPF-delete software map, you are guaranteed a permanent solution to the DPF problem.
⚙️ Improved Engine Reliability & Efficiency:
Once the DPF is removed and the delete map is applied:
No more regeneration cycles.
Lower exhaust backpressure = better performance and fuel economy.
Reduced risk of turbo and EGR damage due to heat build-up.
To assist with a defective/blocked DPF, contact Unique Motorsport ( www.uniquemotorsport.co.za ) or Carbon Flush ( www.carbonflush.co.za ) on 012 111 1252.
We are based at 471, 18th Avenue, Rietfontein, Pretoria





