Users' questions

Can I legally remove my DPF filter?

Can I legally remove my DPF filter?

All new diesel cars produced after 2009 have diesel particulate filters designed to reduce pollution levels, but they can sometimes get clogged up and break down, costing thousands of pounds to replace. It is illegal for drivers to use a car with the DPF removed, but it is not illegal for garages to take them out.

How much does it cost to DPF Delete?

The cost for the added performance depends on how much power and performance you want. Prices range from around $550 for a base tuner to more than $3,000 for a complete performance kit with DPF delete, cold-air intake, stainless down pipe plus other items.

Can you pass MOT with DPF Delete?

The most significant area for diesel car owners is stricter rules on the permissible level of emissions of cars fitted with a DPF. If a car’s exhaust emits visible smoke of any colour, it will fail the MOT test. It’s already illegal to drive a vehicle that has had its DPF removed.

Is there a DPF DELETE service for Caterpillar diesel engines?

For more information on DPF delete and the scope of Caterpillar diesel engines that we’re able to perform delete services and tuning on, contact us today. DPF Delete is an Off-Highway Tuning service intended solely for closed-course racing and off-highway driving.

Is the DPF delete tuning service street legal?

DPF Delete is an Off-Highway Tuning service intended solely for closed-course racing and off-highway driving. It may not be street legal in your province or state, and this service cannot be performed on vehicles registered or certified for highway use. Please check your federal, local, and province laws before purchasing.

Can you delete the DPF system on a Duramax?

Deleting the DPF, CAT, and/or EGR was a popular upgrade on Ford Powerstroke, GM Duramax, and Dodge Cummins Trucks. We’ve all heard from forums and numerous outlets that deleting your DPF system is the way to go these days.

What happens when you deactivate the DPF system?

After removal, the vehicle drives like a system with DPF, without error messages and without the engine indicator light lighting up. Deactivating the DPF system is intended exclusively for use off public roads. Report any changes to the competent authorities. Comply with the laws in your country.