Blocked DPF’s have been a growing issue on diesel vehicles for many years and is a problem that is especially prevalent in Ireland. To combat this, tool and equipment specialist Sealey, is offering a new cleaning station solution that is fast and effective.   

Blockages are mainly due to the vehicle not meeting the regeneration process criteria, predominantly caused by short journeys when sufficient temperature for regeneration cannot be reached. This has been a particular issue during the COVID-19 crisis, as many diesel cars have had more limited usage, restricted to a local area.  

Buying a new DPF can be very costly and sending the old one away for cleaning can also be a time consuming process, where the vehicle may be off the road for several days.  

Sealey says with its DPF Ultra Cleaning Station (Model Number DPF1) means a garage is able to offer a professional fast turnaround ultra-cleaning solution at a fraction of the cost, boosting customer satisfaction and opening up a new business opportunity.   

Each treatment requires a DPF1KIT of 2-Stage additives.  Stage 1 is an ultra-cleaning chemical which is poured into the DPF and left to soak for up to 1 hour. This has been specially designed to lift any impurities.  This is then emptied and the DPF is strapped down to the cleaning bay and a mixture of high air pressure and water is forced through in stages over a period of time until the water coming out is clear.

After this process is complete, the technician moves on to Stage 2, which is a protective chemical poured through to coat the inside of the DPF, assisting in preventing further soot build-up, which can cause a blockage. Once complete the DPF can be put straight back onto the vehicle.

The Sealey DPF Ultra Cleaning Station and cleaning kits are now available from Sealey stockists.