Mercedes Sprinter (2006 to 2018) DPF fault
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Mercedes Sprinter (2006 to 2018) DPF fault
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If you're driving a Mercedes Sprinter from the 2006 to 2018 models, you might face a common issue known as the DPF fault. As a UK-based master tech mechanic with 15 years of experience, I can provide you with insights into the symptoms, causes, and potential repairs for this common problem.
The Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) in your Mercedes Sprinter is crucial for reducing the soot emissions produced by the engine. This filter essentially traps particulate matter from the exhaust gases before they enter the atmosphere. A DPF fault means that the filter is unable to perform its job effectively, which can lead to increased emissions and potential penalties under current environmental regulations.
The first sign of a faulty DPF is often a warning light on the dashboard, indicating an issue with the exhaust system. You might also notice a reduction in engine performance, poor fuel economy, or the van going into a limp mode. Additionally, there might be an increase in exhaust smoke, which is typically darker than usual.
Several factors might contribute to a DPF fault in your Mercedes Sprinter. These include short driving distances, low engine temperatures, or using the incorrect type of fuel. Regularly driving short distances prevents the DPF from reaching the temperature required to automatically burn off the accumulated soot, leading to blockages.
Addressing a DPF fault typically involves a manual regeneration, replacement of the DPF, or potentially extensive repairs to the exhaust system. These processes can be costly and time-consuming, often requiring advanced diagnostic tools and expertise.
Given the complexity and cost of repairing a DPF fault, you might wonder whether it's more prudent to sell your Mercedes Sprinter rather than face recurring issues. Selling your van to Vandervan offers an effortless solution with a 30-second online quote, next-day collection from anywhere in the UK, and instant payment to the account of your choosing. Have you considered how much time and money you could save?
To begin, why not get a quote on your current Sprinter, or conveniently contact us for more detailed information? Choosing Vandervan simplifies the selling process, enabling you to quickly move on to a new vehicle without the hassle of lingering repair bills.
Selling your vehicle might be the smooth transition you need as you consider upgrading to a newer model that offers better performance and fewer maintenance issues.
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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You can sell your van to vandervan as quickly as the same day. We operate from 8am to 8pm, serving customers nationwide.
We can pay for any vehicle using an instant bank transfer. We are however flexible, and accommodating should someone need to sell their van cash.
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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.
Our team will walk you through the settlement process.
We do not charge any fees. There are no admin charges or anything like that. Just your van, your money, instantly.
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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.
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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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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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