Change Car Particulate Filter (DPF) Ford Tourneo
Change Car Particulate Filter (DPF)
| Estimated time | 0h30–3h00 |
|---|---|
| Estimated labour cost | ~50–300£ |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Vehicles |
Tourneo 1994-2006 9
Tourneo 2000-2006 12
Tourneo 2006-2014 42
Tourneo 2013-2025 40
Tourneo 2014-2025 21
|
| Check the catalytic converter | 0h30 |
| Check the diesel particulate filter | 0h30 |
| Remove/refit the catalytic converter | 0h45–3h30 |
| Renew the catalytic converter | 0h45–3h30 |
| Renew the catalytic converter gasket | 0h45 |
| Prepare the catalytic converter heat shield for installation | 0h30 |
| Prepare the catalytic converter heat shield for installation* | 0h45 |
| Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter | 1h00–3h30 |
| Renew the diesel particulate filter | 1h00–3h30 |
| Remove/refit the fuel vaporisation assembly Rear-wheel drive | 1h30 |
| Renew the fuel vaporisation assembly Rear-wheel drive | 1h30 |
| Remove/refit the fuel vaporisation glow plug | 1h00 |
| Renew the fuel vaporisation glow plug | 1h00 |
| Remove/refit the fuel vaporisation fuel pump | 0h45 |
| Renew the fuel vaporisation fuel pump | 0h45 |
| Remove/refit the catalytic converter Manual transmission, MT82 | 2h30 |
| Remove/refit the catalytic converter Manual transmission, VMT6 | 3h30 |
| Renew the catalytic converter Manual transmission, VMT6 | 3h30 |
| Renew the catalytic converter Manual transmission, MT82 | 2h30 |
| Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter VMT6 | 3h30 |
| Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter MT82 | 1h30 |
| Renew the diesel particulate filter VMT6 | 3h30 |
| Renew the diesel particulate filter MT82 | 1h30 |
| Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter/catalytic converter assembly | 1h30–2h00 |
| Renew the diesel particulate filter/catalytic converter assembly | 1h30–2h00 |
| Remove/refit the fuel vaporisation assembly Front-wheel drive | 3h00 |
| Renew the fuel vaporisation assembly Front-wheel drive | 3h00 |
| Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter Manual transmission, VMT6 | 3h30 |
| Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter Manual transmission, MT82 | 1h30 |
| Renew the diesel particulate filter Manual transmission, MT82 | 1h30 |
| Renew the diesel particulate filter Manual transmission, VMT6 | 3h30 |
| Remove/refit the catalytic converter RHD | 2h00 |
| Remove/refit the catalytic converter LHD | 1h30 |
| Renew the catalytic converter LHD | 1h30 |
| Renew the catalytic converter RHD | 2h00 |
| Carry out the diesel particulate filter regeneration procedure | 1h30 |
| Check/top up the diesel particulate filter fuel additive | 0h30 |
| Remove/refit the catalytic converter VMT6, Front-wheel drive | 3h30 |
| Remove/refit the catalytic converter 6F55, Front-wheel drive | 3h30 |
| Renew the catalytic converter 6F55, Front-wheel drive | 3h30 |
| Renew the catalytic converter VMT6, Front-wheel drive | 3h30 |
| Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter 6F55, Front-wheel drive | 3h30 |
| Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter VMT6, Front-wheel drive | 3h30 |
| Renew the diesel particulate filter VMT6, Front-wheel drive | 3h30 |
| Renew the diesel particulate filter 6F55, Front-wheel drive | 3h30 |
| Remove/refit the AdBlue tank | 1h30–2h00 |
| Drain/refill the AdBlue tank | 0h45 |
| Renew the AdBlue tank | 1h30–2h00 |
| Remove/refit the catalytic converter MT82, (4WD, Rear-wheel drive) | 3h30 |
| Renew the catalytic converter MT82, (4WD, Rear-wheel drive) | 3h30 |
| Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter MT82, (4WD, Rear-wheel drive) | 3h30 |
| Renew the diesel particulate filter MT82, (4WD, Rear-wheel drive) | 3h30 |
| Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter Automatic transmission | 16h00 |
| Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter Manual transmission | 20h00 |
| Renew the diesel particulate filter Manual transmission | 20h00 |
| Renew the diesel particulate filter Automatic transmission | 16h00 |
| Remove/refit the fuel vaporisation assembly Automatic transmission, EURO 5, 6F55 | 0h45 |
| Remove/refit the fuel vaporisation assembly Manual transmission, EURO 5, VMT6 | 3h00 |
| Remove/refit the fuel vaporisation assembly EURO 6 | 0h45 |
| Remove/refit the fuel vaporisation assembly Manual transmission, EURO 5, MT82 | 0h45 |
| Renew the fuel vaporisation assembly Automatic transmission, EURO 5, 6F55 | 0h45 |
| Renew the fuel vaporisation assembly Manual transmission, EURO 5, VMT6 | 3h00 |
| Renew the fuel vaporisation assembly Manual transmission, EURO 5, MT82 | 0h45 |
| Renew the fuel vaporisation assembly EURO 6 | 0h45 |
| Remove/refit the fuel vaporisation glow plug EURO 5, VMT6 | 1h00 |
| Renew the fuel vaporisation glow plug EURO 5, VMT6 | 1h00 |
| Remove/refit the catalytic converter MT82 | 2h00 |
| Remove/refit the catalytic converter VMT6 | 3h30 |
| Renew the catalytic converter VMT6 | 3h30 |
| Renew the catalytic converter MT82 | 2h00 |
| Remove/refit the AdBlue system control unit | 0h45 |
| Renew the AdBlue system control unit | 0h45 |
| Remove/refit the rear catalytic converter | 1h30 |
| Renew the rear catalytic converter | 1h30 |
| Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter fuel additive injector | 0h45 |
| Renew the diesel particulate filter fuel additive injector | 0h45 |
| Remove/refit the AdBlue tank control unit | 0h45 |
| Renew the AdBlue tank control unit | 0h45 |
| Remove/refit the AdBlue injector | 0h45 |
| Renew the AdBlue injector | 0h45 |
What is a Ford Tourneo 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 Ford Tourneo 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 Ford Tourneo 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 Ford Tourneo 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 Ford Tourneo 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.
5 models covered
| Model | Year Range | Engines covered | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourneo 1994-2006 | 1994-2006 | 2.5 D Diesel (4FA), 2.5 D Diesel (4FB), 2.5 D Diesel (4HB), 2.5 TCi Diesel (4GD), 2.5 TD Diesel (4EB), 2.5 TD Diesel (4ED), 2.5 TD Diesel (4GA), 2.5 TD Diesel (4GB), 2.5 TD Diesel (4GC) | Diesel |
| Tourneo 2000-2006 | 2000-2006 | 2.0 TDCi (Duratorq) Diesel (FIFA), 2.0 TDDi (Duratorq) Diesel (ABFA), 2.0 TDDi (Duratorq) Diesel (D3FA), 2.0 TDDi (Duratorq) Diesel (F3FA), 2.3 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (E5FA), 2.4 TDCi (Duratorq) Diesel (H9FA), 2.4 TDDi (Duratorq) Diesel (D2FA), 2.4 TDDi (Duratorq) Diesel (D2FB), 2… | Diesel, LPG, Petrol |
| Tourneo 2006-2014 | 2006-2014 | 2.2 TDCi (Duratorq) Diesel (CVRA), 2.2 TDCi (Duratorq) Diesel (CVRB), 2.2 TDCi (Duratorq) Diesel (CVRC), 2.2 TDCi (Duratorq) Diesel (CYFA), 2.2 TDCi (Duratorq) Diesel (CYFB), 2.2 TDCi (Duratorq) Diesel (CYFC), 2.2 TDCi (Duratorq) Diesel (CYFD), 2.2 TDCi (Duratorq) Diesel (CYRA),… | CNG, Diesel, LPG, Petrol |
| Tourneo 2013-2025 | 2013-2025 | 2.0 mHEV TDCi (EcoBlue) 48V (MHEV),Diesel (BKFD), 2.0 mHEV TDCi (EcoBlue) 48V (MHEV),Diesel (BLFD), 2.0 mHEV TDCi (EcoBlue) Diesel (BKRB), 2.0 TDCi (EcoBlue) Diesel (BJFB), 2.0 TDCi (EcoBlue) Diesel (BJRA), 2.0 TDCi (EcoBlue) Diesel (BKFA), 2.0 TDCi (EcoBlue) Diesel (BKFB), 2.0 … | 48V (MHEV), Diesel |
| Tourneo 2014-2025 | 2014-2025 | 1.0 (EcoBoost) Petrol (SFCA), 1.0 (EcoBoost) Petrol (SFCB), 1.0 (EcoBoost) Petrol (SFCC), 1.0 (EcoBoost) Petrol (SFCD), 1.0 (EcoBoost) Petrol (SFCE), 1.0 (EcoBoost) Petrol (SFCF), 1.5 TDCi (Duratorq) Diesel (UGCA), 1.5 TDCi (Duratorq) Diesel (UGCB), 1.5 TDCi (Duratorq) Diesel (X… | Diesel, Petrol |