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What is a Diesel Particulate Filter?

If you don’t know what your Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) is, don’t worry. It’s one of the least known components in a car. But, while it might be little known, your Diesel Particulate Filter is extremely important if you don’t want to face 4-figure fines.

Your Diesel Particulate Filter traps soot and stores it. That’s its role. They were imposed by Euro regulations to pass tight emission control tests. So, if yours isn’t working correctly and you don’t get it fixed, there are serious fines to pay.

And, although most Diesel Particulate Filters are designed to burn off accumulated soot. They can get blocked. So, it’s vital you make sure your DPF is working correctly.

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Some of Our Customer Feedback

  • Toby Box

    15th January 2025

    First time using Gents and I will definitely use them again in the future. Took my 2016 Mercedes c300 in for a full service as it hadn’t been serviced for a while. The technicians thoroughly inspected the vehicle and found a few areas that needed rectifying. They sent a detailed report and even took photos to show me some of the defects. Very honest, thorough and friendly staff. These are... Read More

  • Neill Gough

    3rd January 2025

    I used Gents garage in recent times for what turned out to be suspected oil cooler failure on my 2013 Mercedes E350. Mercedes wanted a small fortune but as I had my car serviced previously and heard many good reviews I opted for the work to be done at Gents. They did it 'by the book', quite literally as per Mercedes guidance and doing the necessary checks on the cylinder linings etc. This work... Read More

  • Ernie Turner

    8th December 2024

    Very helpful and friendly staff will recommend the garage to other people and will use the garage again

  • Mark Hurworth

    7th November 2024

    My first visit to Gents garage on the 6th Nov 24 was nothing short of excellence in customer satisfaction. When I arrived it was clear to the reception staff that I was in need of a job done quickly so I could return to work. Being that it was a relatively small job of replacing a fuel filter, they freed up space and cracked on straight away with the task, even though they had higher priority... Read More

  • terry3638

    30th October 2024

    Great Service. Good advice and pricing. Reliable and trustworthy.

  • Eileen Nivison

    18th October 2024

    I recently took my motor home into Gents Garage. There was a lot of welding needed underneath at the front. I was kept informed at all stages of the work. The work has been done to a very high standard and at a very reasonable price. I will certainly use them again for my motor home and my car. Lovely helpful people to deal with. Thank you.

  • Darren Manley

    18th October 2024

    Visited the garage for a routine service and they are very helpful and friendly explaining it all. Definitely be going back and recommending them.

  • Matthew Cay

    17th October 2024

    Professional, polite and efficient

  • Peter Pankhurst

    17th October 2024

    Service and MOT all sorted fast and efficient service

  • Barnaby Twyman

    16th October 2024

    Dealt with Chris in regards to my RR Evoque. He went above and beyond for what I needed. Can’t recommend them highly enough. Will defo be a returning customer.

  • Marc Davies

    1st October 2024

    I can't recommend Gent's Garage in Sittingbourne highly enough! Max, the mechanic, is exceptionally knowledgeable and went above and beyond to diagnose an issue that had been causing multiple warning lights on my car. While another mechanic suggested replacing multiple parts at a significant cost, Max quickly identified that the problem was simply due to low voltage affecting the electrical... Read More

  • Adam Kenyon

    9th August 2024

    The best service both mechanical and personal I have had at a garage. Honestly, Courtesy and people who truly care about their customers. You will not find a better garage.

  • Dean Carey

    23rd July 2024

    Excellent service. Rang for prices and some advice on buying a 5 series I was going to look at and was given all the info and help I needed to help me make my purchase, even checked the service records for me using the vin No: when I got to look at the car.
    Thank you very much for your time.
    The car will be coming your way in the future when the service is due.

  • K Mitchell

    2nd July 2024

    On holiday from Manchester when the engine management warning light came on our vehicle.
    Chose this garage as nearest to where we were staying and what a lucky find.
    Chris immediately advised us to take the car to him, he undertook a diagnostic check and as he wasn't able to assist in the repair he contacted other garages to help us get back on the road to enjoy the remainder of... Read More

  • Karan Richards

    6th June 2024

    I highly recommend this garage. I have been using for many many years. Costumer service is amazing, helpful, friendly and knowledgeable. Work on car is quick and reasonably priced.

  • Alise Ohohonina

    19th March 2024

    Always had a great service from this garage. Receptionist is very friendly, informative and punctual.
    Never push you to fix certain issues unlike other garages as long as within reason not to be fixed (major issues etc)
    Can be on the pricey side, but well worth it for the service they provide.

Why is my DPF light on?

Your Diesel Particulate Filter light is on because you have a potential problem on your hands. It’s time to get your DPF checked ASAP. If you decide to leave it, you’ll be met with a flashing light, which 99% of the time means you’re facing expensive repairs.

So, don’t let it get to that stage. If your DPF light is on, call Gents Garage and the team will happily make sure everything is running as it should at a great price.

Why is my DPF blocked?

There are many reasons why your Diesel Particulate Filter could be blocked. However, here are some of the more common reasons:

  • A faulty DPF light didn’t alert you to a problem
  • Incorrect oil
  • Failing turbo
  • Too many short journeys where the regeneration process (the process that burns stored soot to keep your DPF clear) hasn’t had time to activate
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The safest, cheapest and easiest way to make sure your car is running correctly is to bring it to Gents Garage.

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How do I stop it getting blocked?

The best way to ensure your Diesel Particulate Filter doesn’t get blocked is to bring your car to Gents Garage.

Our expert mechanics will regenerate your system by burning all the soot from your filter.

How much does Ad Blue cost?

How much is a DPF evaluation?

To have your whole Diesel Particulate Filter cleaned, it’s just £72.00. And, we’ll do it while you wait.

So, feel free to enjoy our comfy waiting room, where you can have free tea and coffee.

Why Gents Garage?

Not only are we the leading, independent garage in Sittingbourne, Faversham and Swale, but we also offer great value.

Since 2003 our garage has been providing 5-star treatment for the region’s vehicles, using only the most advanced technology and specially trained technicians.

If you want reliable DPF treatment while you wait, Gents Garage is the place for you.

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Contact us now for your Diesel Particulate Filter evaluation.