Change Car Particulate Filter (DPF) Citroen C3

Change Car Particulate Filter (DPF)

Easy 0h30–1h00 ~50–100£
Estimated time 0h30–1h00
Estimated labour cost ~50–100£
Difficulty Easy
Vehicles
C3 2002-2013 5
  • 1.4 HDi 16V Diesel (DV4TED4 (8HY))
  • 1.4 HDi 8V Diesel (DV4TD (8HX))
  • 1.4 HDi 8V Diesel (DV4TD (8HZ))
  • 1.6 HDi Diesel (DV6ATED4 (9HX))
  • 1.6 HDiF Diesel (DV6TED4 (9HZ))
C3 2009-2016 9
  • 1.4 HDi 8V Diesel (DV4TD (8HZ))
  • 1.4 HDi Diesel (DV4C (8HP))
  • 1.4 HDi Diesel (DV4C (8HR))
  • 1.6 BlueHDi Diesel (DV6FD (BHY))
  • 1.6 BlueHDi Diesel (DV6FE (BHW))
  • 1.6 HDi Diesel (DV6ATED4 (9HX))
  • 1.6 HDiF Diesel (DV6C (9HD))
  • 1.6 HDiF Diesel (DV6CTED (9HR))
  • 1.6 HDiF Diesel (DV6DTED4 (9HP))
C3 2016-2023 4
  • 1.5 BlueHDi Diesel (DV5RCF (YHT))
  • 1.5 BlueHDi Diesel (DV5RD (YHY))
  • 1.6 8V BlueHDi Diesel (DV6FD (BHY))
  • 1.6 8V BlueHDi Diesel (DV6FE (BHW))
Check the catalytic converter 0h30
Check the diesel particulate filter 0h30
Check/top up the diesel particulate filter fuel additive 0h30–0h45
Remove/refit the catalytic converter 1h00–3h00
Renew the catalytic converter 1h00–3h00
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter 1h00–3h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter 1h00–3h00
Prepare the catalytic converter heat shield for installation* 0h45
Renew the diesel particulate filter fuel additive reservoir 0h45–1h30
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter fuel additive reservoir 0h45–1h30
Reset the diesel particulate filter fuel additive warning light 0h30
Remove/refit the AdBlue tank 0h45–1h00
Renew the AdBlue tank 0h45–1h00
Check the diesel particulate filter saturation (using a diagnostic tool) 0h30
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter fuel additive injector 1h00–1h30
Renew the diesel particulate filter fuel additive injector 1h00–1h30
Drain/refill the AdBlue tank 0h30
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter/catalytic converter assembly 2h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter/catalytic converter assembly 2h00
Remove/refit the AdBlue injector 1h00
Renew the AdBlue injector 1h00
Drain/refill the diesel particulate filter fuel additive reservoir 0h45

What is a Citroen C3 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 Citroen C3 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 Citroen C3 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 Citroen C3 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 Citroen C3 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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3 models covered

Model Year Range Engines covered Fuel
C3 2002-2013 2002-2013 1.1 8V Petrol (TU1A (HFX)), 1.1 8V Petrol (TU1JP (HFX)), 1.4 16V Petrol (ET3J4 (KFU)), 1.4 8V Bioethanol (E85),CNG,Petrol (TU3JP (KFV)), 1.4 8V Petrol (TU3A (KFV)), 1.4 HDi 16V Diesel (DV4TED4 (8HY)), 1.4 HDi 8V Diesel (DV4TD (8HX)), 1.4 HDi 8V Diesel (DV4TD (8HZ)), 1.6 Bioethan… Bioethanol (E85), CNG, Diesel, Petrol
C3 2009-2016 2009-2016 1.0 VTi Petrol (EB0 (ZMZ)), 1.1 8V Petrol (TU1A (HFV)), 1.2 THP Petrol (EB2DT (HNZ)), 1.2 VTi Petrol (EB2 (HMZ)), 1.4 HDi 8V Diesel (DV4TD (8HZ)), 1.4 HDi Diesel (DV4C (8HP)), 1.4 HDi Diesel (DV4C (8HR)), 1.4 i Petrol (TU3AE5 (KFT)), 1.4 VTi LPG LPG,Petrol (EP3C (8FN)), 1.4 VTi … Diesel, LPG, Petrol
C3 2016-2023 2016-2023 1.2 PureTech 110 Petrol (EB2ADT (HNP)), 1.2 PureTech 83 Petrol (EB2FA (HMR)), 1.2 THP Petrol (EB2DT (HNZ)), 1.2 THP Petrol (EB2DTM (HNV)), 1.2 VTi LPG LPG,Petrol (EB2F (HMX)), 1.2 VTi Petrol (EB2F (HMZ)), 1.2 VTi Petrol (EB2FAD (HMM)), 1.2 VTi Petrol (EB2FB (HMP)), 1.5 BlueHDi D… Diesel, LPG, Petrol

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