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Change Car Particulate Filter (DPF) Dacia Logan

Change Car Particulate Filter (DPF)

Easy 0h30 ~50£
Estimated time 0h30
Estimated labour cost ~50£
Difficulty Easy
Vehicles
Logan I 2005-2013 5
  • 1.5 dCi 65 Diesel (K9K-790)
  • 1.5 dCi 70 Diesel (K9K-792 (K7))
  • 1.5 dCi 75 FAP Diesel (K9K-892 (E8))
  • 1.5 dCi 85 Diesel (K9K-796)
  • 1.5 dCi 90 FAP Diesel (K9K-892 (E8))
Logan II 2013-2020 7
  • 1.5 dCi 75 Diesel (K9K-612 (C6))
  • 1.5 dCi 75 Diesel (K9K-626 (E6))
  • 1.5 dCi 85 Diesel (K9K-838 (E8))
  • 1.5 dCi 90 Diesel (K9K-612 (C6))
  • 1.5 dCi 90 Diesel (K9K-626 (E6))
  • 1.5 dCi 90 Diesel (K9K-830 (F8))
  • 1.5 dCi 95 Diesel (K9K-872 (U8))
Check the catalytic converter 0h30
Check the diesel particulate filter 0h30
Remove/refit the pre-catalytic converter 2h00
Renew the pre-catalytic converter 2h00
Remove/refit the catalytic converter 2h00–8h00
Renew the catalytic converter 2h00–8h00
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter 1h30
Renew the diesel particulate filter 1h30
Prepare the catalytic converter heat shield for installation* 0h45
Disconnect the exhaust system from/reconnect it to the connector 1h00
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter/catalytic converter assembly 1h30–8h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter/catalytic converter assembly 1h30–8h00
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter fuel additive injector 0h45
Renew the diesel particulate filter fuel additive injector 0h45
Remove/refit the AdBlue tank 2h30
Drain/refill the AdBlue tank 1h30
Renew the AdBlue tank 2h30

What is a Dacia Logan 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 Dacia Logan 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 Dacia Logan 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 Dacia Logan 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 Dacia Logan 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.

3 models covered

Model Year Range Engines covered Fuel
Logan I 2005-2013 2005-2013 1.2 16V 75, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D4F-732 (F7)), 1.4 MPi 75, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K7J-714 (A7)), 1.4 MPi 75, -LPG Petrol (K7J-710 (A7)), 1.5 dCi 65 Diesel (K9K-790), 1.5 dCi 70 Diesel (K9K-792 (K7)), 1.5 dCi 75 FAP Diesel (K9K-892 (E8)), 1.5 dCi 85 Diesel (K9K-796), 1.5 dCi 90 FAP Diesel… Diesel, LPG, Petrol
Logan II 2013-2020 2013-2020 0.9 TCe 90 Petrol (H4B-412 (G4)), 0.9 TCe 90, -LPG LPG,Petrol (H4B-408 (B4)), 0.9 TCe 90, -LPG LPG,Petrol (H4B-410 (B4)), 0.9 TCe 90, -LPG Petrol (H4B-400 (A4)), 1.0 SCe 75 Petrol (B4D-400 (B4)), 1.0 SCe 75 Petrol (B4D-411 (E4)), 1.0 TCe 100 Petrol (H4D-450 (B4)), 1.0 TCe 100, -… Diesel, LPG, Petrol
Logan III 2021-2025 2021-2025 1.0 ECO-G 100 LPG,Petrol (H4D-480), 1.0 SCe 65 Petrol (B4D-419 (H4)), 1.0 TCe 90 Petrol (H4D-470 (E4)) LPG, Petrol