If you're driving a Citroen Dispatch from 2016 onwards, you might encounter issues with the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF). This essential component is designed to capture and store exhaust soot to reduce emissions from diesel engines. However, when it encounters a fault, it can affect the performance and efficiency of your vehicle. Let's delve into what a DPF fault in your Citroen Dispatch might entail, its possible causes, and the symptoms to look out for.
A DPF fault can arise due to several factors, prominently including the style of driving and the type of journeys typically undertaken in the van. For vehicles often driven on short trips at low speeds, the DPF may not reach the temperature required to burn off the accumulated soot—a process known as 'regeneration.' Other contributing factors can include a failure of the DPF sensors, issues with the fuel system, or general wear and tear over time.
The most common symptoms that might signal a DPF fault in your Citroen Dispatch include a noticeable decrease in engine performance, higher fuel consumption, and the DPF warning light illuminating on your dashboard. In some cases, the engine might enter a ‘limp’ mode to prevent damage, limiting the speed at which you can drive.
Addressing a DPF fault typically involves a professional diagnostic check to pinpoint the exact cause of the issue. Depending on the diagnosis, the repair process might range from a simple manual regeneration to more extensive repairs such as replacing the DPF or rectifying other affected components of the exhaust system.
While these repairs can restore your vehicle's functionality, they can sometimes be costly and time-consuming, depending on the severity of the fault.
Experiencing a DPF fault in your Citroen Dispatch can be a significant inconvenience. Given the complexity and potential cost of repairing a DPF fault, have you considered whether maintaining this van is the most economical choice? Selling your vehicle to a reliable buyer like Vandervan could be a streamlined alternative. Vandervan offers an effortless way to sell your van, providing a quick valuation, next-day collection, and immediate payment, allowing you to conveniently move towards purchasing a new or newer model that might better meet your needs without the headache of ongoing repairs.
If you're leaning towards selling your Citroen Dispatch, especially if it's facing a DPF or similar issue, why not simplify the process with Vandervan? Take the first step by visiting our website and receive an instant quote. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions or require further assistance with your decision.
Choosing the right course of action when faced with a Citroen Dispatch DPF fault can be daunting. Whether you decide on repair or selling your vehicle, ensure you're making an informed decision that reflects both the current state of your van and your future requirements.
Definitely. In-fact, we recommend it. Come visit our Hub location to explore our vans in stock, inspect and test drive any vehicle we have for sale.
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Yes, you can indeed sell your financed van with vandervan even if it's under a Hire Purchase (HP) or Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) agreement.
If you decide to sell your financed van, the initial step is to obtain a 'settlement figure' from your lender, which you can usually find in a settlement letter. Following that, get a valuation for your van.
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This can often result in a more favourable price compared to part exchange, where you might find yourself confined to a single dealer’s assessment, which might not accurately represent the real market value of your van.
Part exchanges often result in less favourable outcomes for sellers, particularly if the dealer is not intending to retail your van and plans to pass it along instead.
However, with our van buying service, you stand a better chance of obtaining a great price.
The process with us is quick and straightforward. Simply start with a free valuation and contrast this with your part exchange offer. You might be delighted to find how much more you could get from using our service than you’d get from a part exchange!
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This helps us offer you a fair and accurate price when you decide to sell your van.
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All we need is a copy of your driving license, finance settlement letter (if the van has outstanding finance), any service records and the V5 logbook.
If you don't have the V5 logbook, see "Can I sell my van with no V5 Logbook" below.
We buy any van, literally. Every van has a value, new or old, running or not.
We buy any van make or model, and any body type. Get a valuation today and see if we can help you sell your van.
Fortunately, we buy any van even if they do not have a logbook, although it is advantageous if you have a full V5 Logbook, or at least the green New Keeper Slip.
It makes it tougher to sell to our network of 4000+ verified dealers, as we have to wait for the DVLA to process a V62 application (usually 6 weeks), so our valuations reflect the delay in sale and storage costs while rectifying missing V5 logbooks.
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