DPF cleaning · Northampton

DPF cleaning in Northampton with the XTON DUAL AI.

We clean diesel particulate filters in our Northampton workshop using the state-of-the-art XTON DPF Master Flash DUAL AI machine. It restores blocked filters to free-flowing condition without cutting them open, for drivers and garages across Northamptonshire.

XTON DPF Master Flash DUAL AI DPF cleaning machine in the BHP Autocare workshop
The machine

XTON DPF Master Flash DUAL AI

The DUAL AI is XTON's professional regeneration machine for diesel particulate filters. It cleans the filter in both directions with a pressurised hydrodynamic wash, dries it under controlled heat, and measures the back-pressure before and after so you can see the result.

It handles DPF, FAP, GPF and SCR filters and catalytic converters from Euro 5 and Euro 6 vehicles.

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How we do it

Our DPF cleaning process

01

Pressure test

We measure the back-pressure across your filter before cleaning, so we know exactly how blocked it is.

02

Two-way wash

The DUAL AI runs an automatic hydrodynamic wash through the filter in both directions, flushing out soot, ash and oil residue.

03

Controlled drying

The filter is dried inside the machine with temperature-controlled hot air, ready to refit.

04

Re-test

Back-pressure is measured again to confirm the filter now flows freely.

05

Report & refit

You get a printed before-and-after report, and we refit the filter and clear any fault codes.

Does your DPF need cleaning?

Common signs of a blocked DPF

  • DPF or engine warning light on the dashboard
  • Car going into limp mode or losing power
  • Frequent or failed regenerations
  • Higher fuel consumption
  • Black smoke or a strong smell from the exhaust
  • Failed MOT emissions test
Why clean, not replace

Save the cost of a new filter

A new DPF can cost well over a thousand pounds. In most cases a professional clean restores the original filter for a fraction of that. It keeps your car's manufacturer-fitted part and keeps it road legal.

We also offer full DPF fault diagnostics, because a blocked filter is often a symptom of something else, such as a faulty sensor, EGR valve or injector. We find and fix the cause so the problem doesn't come back.

Garages and trade: we accept loose DPF drop-offs at our Moulton Park workshop.

Areas we cover

DPF cleaning across Northamptonshire

Our workshop is at Moulton Park in Northampton, a short drive for customers from:

  • DPF cleaning Northampton
  • DPF cleaning Wellingborough
  • DPF cleaning Kettering
  • DPF cleaning Corby
  • DPF cleaning Daventry
  • DPF cleaning Towcester
  • DPF cleaning Rushden
  • DPF cleaning Milton Keynes

Garages and fleets anywhere can send or drop off loose filters. Call 07743 508164 to arrange it.

Questions

DPF cleaning FAQs

Can I drop off just the filter?

Yes. We accept loose DPFs from garages and the trade at our Northampton workshop. Call us first and we'll book it in.

Is cleaning better than replacing the DPF?

In most cases, yes. A clean costs a fraction of a new filter and keeps your original, manufacturer-fitted part. If we find the filter is cracked or damaged, we'll tell you before doing any work.

Do you remove DPFs?

No. Removing a DPF from a road car is illegal in the UK and causes an MOT failure. We clean and restore your filter so it works as the manufacturer intended.

Which vehicles do you clean?

Cars, vans, 4x4s and light commercials of all makes, plus filters from trucks, buses and agricultural or plant machinery.

DPF warning light on? Book a DPF clean in Northampton.

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david reynolds
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Just Brilliant had running issues for months wasted a lot of money and was recommended here by a friend. Had my van a number of hours and already diagnosed and for a very competitive price. Work was completed in a great timescale and van is now amazing. Leaving a great review for a garage and owner that truly know what they are doing! Thanks once again

Zsolt Konya
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Excellent service from BHP Autocare Northampton. The staff were friendly, professional, and very knowledgeable. They completed the work quickly and to a high standard, keeping me updated throughout. Honest advice, fair pricing, and great customer care. I’m very happy with the service and would highly recommend BHP Autocare to anyone looking for a trustworthy garage. Thank you for the excellent work!

Arturs Buncis
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The lads are on top of every problem whit extreame level of knowledge! Recoment to all my friends and family!:)

Laith Shaikly
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My DPF light kept coming on every week which I got fed up, BHP have cleaned my DPF filter and the performance is noticeable. AMAZING SERVICE.