Change Car Particulate Filter (DPF) Ram 1500

Change Car Particulate Filter (DPF)

Easy 0h45–2h30 ~75–250$
Time Estimate 0h45–2h30
Cost Estimate ~75–250$
Difficulty Easy
Vehicles
1500 2011-2025 1
  • 3.0 V6 TD Diesel (EXF)
1500 2019-2025 1
  • 3.0 Diesel (EXH)
Remove/refit the catalytic converter 2h30
Renew the catalytic converter 2h30
Renew the catalytic converter gasket 2h30
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter 2h30
Renew the diesel particulate filter 2h30
Prepare the catalytic converter heat shield for installation* 0h45

What is a Ram 1500 particulate filter?

Diesel engines and direct-injection petrol engines produce soot particles. The particulate filter (DPF/GPF) traps these harmful particles as exhaust gases pass through its honeycomb structure. It is placed on the exhaust line after the catalytic converter.

How does the Ram 1500 particulate filter work?

As soot accumulates, the filter periodically burns off (regenerates) the trapped particles. Active regeneration raises exhaust temperatures to 550–600°C, burning soot to ash. This occurs every 300–500 km during normal motorway driving. Vehicles driven only on short urban trips may not regenerate properly, leading to blockage.

When should you change the Ram 1500 particulate filter?

The DPF is designed to last 150,000–250,000 km but depends on driving patterns. Signs of needed replacement: DPF warning light, engine in limp mode, excessive exhaust smoke, or diagnostic scan showing excessive back-pressure or failed regeneration cycles.

Can the Ram 1500 particulate filter be cleaned instead of replaced?

Yes, professional DPF cleaning can restore a blocked filter at a fraction of replacement cost. However, if the filter substrate is cracked, melted, or structurally damaged, replacement is the only option. Never use a DPF removal/delete service — it is illegal and will fail the MOT/emissions test.

Is it difficult to change the Ram 1500 particulate filter?

Difficulty level 2/5: technically straightforward but physically demanding due to the filter's location and weight. Key steps: raise the vehicle, disconnect pressure sensors, remove exhaust clamps/bolts, lower the old DPF, fit the new one with new gaskets, reconnect sensors, clear fault codes, perform a forced regeneration cycle.

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2 generations covered

Generation Years Vehicles Fuel
1500 2011-2025 2011-2025 3.0 V6 TD Diesel (EXF), 3.6 V6, -Flex fuel Gas (ERB), 3.7 V6 Gas (EKG), 4.7 V8 Gas (EVE), 5.7 V8 LPG,Gas (EZH) Diesel, Gas, LPG
1500 2019-2025 2019-2025 3.0 Diesel (EXH), 3.6 V6 eTorque 48V (MHEV),Gas (ERG), 5.7 V8 eTorque 48V (MHEV),Gas (EZL), 5.7 V8 Gas (EZH), 6.2 V8 Gas (ESD) 48V (MHEV), Diesel, Gas

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