Change Car Particulate Filter (DPF) Volkswagen Golf

Change Car Particulate Filter (DPF)

Easy 0h30 ~50€
Temps estimé 0h30
Coût estimé ~50€
Difficulté Easy
Motorisations
Golf III 1991-1998 2
  • 1.9 TDI Diesel (1Z)
  • 1.9 TDI Diesel (AHU)
Golf IV 1997-2007 4
  • 1.9 TDI Diesel (AGR)
  • 1.9 TDI Diesel (ALH)
  • 1.9 TDI Diesel (ATD)
  • 1.9 TDI Diesel (AXR)
Golf VI 2009-2013 3
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (CBAB)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (CFFB)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (CJAA)
Golf VII 2013-2021 3
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (CRBC)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (CRLB)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (CRUA)
Check the catalytic converter 0h30
Remove/refit the left catalytic converter 0h45
Check the diesel particulate filter 0h30
Check the diesel particulate filter saturation (using a diagnostic tool) 0h30
Remove/refit the catalytic converter 1h30–2h00
Renew the catalytic converter 1h30–2h00
Prepare the catalytic converter heat shield for installation 0h30
Remove/refit the front catalytic converter with the exhaust pipe 2h00–4h00
Renew the front catalytic converter with the exhaust pipe 2h00–4h00
Prepare the catalytic converter heat shield for installation* 0h45
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter Front-wheel drive 4h00–11h00
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter 6h00–11h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter 6h00–11h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter Front-wheel drive 4h00–11h00
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter/catalytic converter assembly 5h00–12h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter/catalytic converter assembly 5h00–12h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter fuel additive reservoir 1h00–1h30
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter fuel additive reservoir 1h00–1h30
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter 4WD 12h00
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter Semi-automatic transmission 8h00–9h00
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter Manual transmission, 4WD 9h00
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter fuel additive injector 0h45
Renew the diesel particulate filter Semi-automatic transmission 9h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter Manual transmission, 4WD 9h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter 4WD 12h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter fuel additive injector 0h45
Remove/refit the AdBlue tank 1h00–1h30
Renew the AdBlue tank 1h00–2h30
Remove/refit the AdBlue injector 0h45
Renew the AdBlue injector 0h45
Check/top up the diesel particulate filter fuel additive 0h30
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter Manual transmission, Front-wheel drive 9h00
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter Manual transmission 9h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter Manual transmission 9h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter Manual transmission, Front-wheel drive 9h00
Remove/refit the AdBlue heater 2h00
Drain/refill the AdBlue tank 0h45
Renew the AdBlue heater 2h00

What is a Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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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6 générations couvertes

Génération Période Motorisations Carburant
Golf II 1983-1993 1983-1993 1.6 D Diesel (ME), 1.8 16V Gas (PL), 1.8 Gas (GX), 1.8 Gas (HT), 1.8 Gas (PF), 1.8 Gas (RD), 1.8 Kat. Gas (RV), 2.0 Gas (9A) Diesel, Gas
Golf III 1991-1998 1991-1998 1.9 TDI Diesel (1Z), 1.9 TDI Diesel (AHU), 2.0 Gas (ABA), 2.8 VR6 Gas (AAA) Diesel, Gas
Golf IV 1997-2007 1997-2007 1.8 Gas (AWP), 1.8 Turbo Gas (AGU), 1.8 Turbo Gas (ARZ), 1.8 Turbo Gas (AUM), 1.8 Turbo Gas (AWD), 1.9 Diesel (BEW), 1.9 TDI Diesel (AGR), 1.9 TDI Diesel (ALH), 1.9 TDI Diesel (ATD), 1.9 TDI Diesel (AXR), 2.0 Gas (AEG), 2.0 Gas (APK), 2.0 Gas (AQY), 2.0 Gas (AVH), 2.0 Gas (AZG),… Diesel, Gas
Golf V 2003-2010 2003-2010 2.0 TFSI Gas (CCTA), GTI (2.0 TFSI) Gas (BPY), GTI (2.0 TFSI) Gas (BWA), GTI (2.0 TFSI) Gas (CAWB) Gas
Golf VI 2009-2013 2009-2013 2.0 TDI Diesel (CBAB), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CFFB), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CJAA), 2.5 Gas (CBTA), 2.5 Gas (CBUA), GTi (2.0 TSI) Gas (CBFA), GTi (2.0 TSI) Gas (CCTA), R (2.0 TFSI) Gas (CRZA) Diesel, Gas
Golf VII 2013-2021 2013-2021 1.4 TSI Gas (DGXA), 1.8 TFSI Gas (CNSA), 1.8 TFSI Gas (CNSB), 1.8 TFSI Gas (CXBA), 1.8 TFSI Gas (CXBB), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CRBC), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CRLB), 2.0 TDI Diesel (CRUA), GTI (2.0 TFSI) Gas (CHHB), GTI (2.0 TFSI) Gas (CNTA), GTI (2.0 TFSI) Gas (CXCA), GTI (2.0 TFSI) Gas (CXCB)… Diesel, Gas

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