If you're driving a Mercedes Sprinter from the 2018 model year onwards, you might be familiar with a common issue—the DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) fault. As a master tech mechanic with 15 years of hands-on experience with various vehicles, let me guide you through what this fault means, why it occurs, and how it can be addressed.
The DPF is crucial in reducing emissions by trapping soot from the exhaust gases. A DPF fault in your Mercedes Sprinter means that the filter is not operating efficiently. This can lead to reduced vehicle performance, increased fuel consumption, and, most critically, the risk of more severe engine damage.
Recognizing the symptoms early can help you manage the situation more effectively. Here are a few signs that your Sprinter might be experiencing a DPF fault: - Frequent warnings on the dashboard - Decreased fuel efficiency - Increased idle roughness - Unusual odor from the exhaust
Several factors might contribute to a DPF fault in your Mercedes Sprinter. These include frequent short trips, where the engine doesn’t get warm enough to burn off the particulate matter, or clogged EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) valves affecting the air-to-fuel ratio. The repair process typically involves a professional mechanic diagnosing the system with advanced tools, possibly performing a manual DPF regeneration, or in some extreme conditions, replacing the DPF entirely.
Dealing with a DPF fault can be time-consuming and costly. Have you considered whether ongoing maintenance is worthwhile? For many van owners, selling their current vehicle and upgrading to a new one might be a more economical and less stressful solution.
At Vandervan, we provide a hassle-free service to buy your van. Why suffer the inconvenience and downtime of repairs? You can receive a quote in seconds and have your van collected as soon as the next day—from anywhere in the UK. Plus, you’ll enjoy the peace of mind that comes with instant payment to the account of your choice. Discover more about our easy process and how we value every vehicle fairly.
Exploring this option might not only save you from the current DPF fault headache but could also prevent future issues. Isn't it worth considering a switch to a new van, which could bring more reliability and less hassle into your daily operations?
If you are looking for advice related to any van issues or contemplating a change in your commercial vehicle, feel free to contact us. At Vandervan, our expertise is at your service, ensuring you make the best decision for your needs.
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.
It is free to sell your van to vandervan. We do not charge any fees for our buying service.
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.
We buy any van, including those with expired or failed MOT tests. No matter the condition of your van, we are prepared to make you an offer, helping you move on without the hassle of repairs or retests.
We buy any van, including those with mechanical issues. Whether your van has engine problems, transmission troubles, or any other type of mechanical issues, we're ready to make you an offer.
We buy any van and collect it from you. We accept collection locations including your home, work or a garage of your choice.
We buy any van including those with bodywork issues. Whether your van has dents, scratches, or more significant damage, we’re interested in making you an offer.
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.
By selling your van through our service, you join a robust network of over 4,000 verified dealers.
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!
As a van buying service, we encourage you to maintain detailed records of all your service history.
This helps us offer you a fair and accurate price when you decide to sell your van.
Providing documentation of consistent maintenance and early resolution of any issues allows us to confidently assess the van's condition, ensuring you get the best possible offer.
There are numerous van buying sites available, but our service stands out by being remarkably fast, easy, and rewarding.
Our free, instant valuation leverages real-time van market data to ensure maximum accuracy. We also include complimentary home collection and fast payment without charging any fees or commissions.
We are proud to have received a 5-star and ‘Excellent’ ratings from thousands of satisfied customers. Get started by valuing your van with us today!
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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Email: birmingham@vandervan.co.uk
Phone: 0333 188 6766
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