Change Car Particulate Filter (DPF) Peugeot 308

Change Car Particulate Filter (DPF)

Easy 0h30–1h30 ~50–150£
Estimated time 0h30–1h30
Estimated labour cost ~50–150£
Difficulty Easy
Vehicles
308 2007-2015 12
  • 1.6 8V HDi Diesel (DV6C (9HD))
  • 1.6 8V HDiF Diesel (DV6DTED (9HP))
  • 1.6 8V HDiF, -CC Diesel (DV6C (9HR))
  • 1.6 HDi Diesel (DV6ATED4 (9HX))
  • 1.6 HDi Diesel (DV6TED4 (9HY))
  • 1.6 HDiF Diesel (DV6TED4 (9HV))
  • 1.6 HDiF Diesel (DV6TED4 (9HZ))
  • 2.0 HDiF Diesel (DW10CTED4 (RHD))
  • 2.0 HDiF Diesel (DW10CTED4 (RHE))
  • 2.0 HDiF, -CC Diesel (DW10BTED4 (RHF))
  • 2.0 HDiF, -CC Diesel (DW10CTED4 (RHH))
  • 2.0 HDiF, CC Diesel (DW10BTED4 (RHR))
308 2013-2021 11
  • 1.5 BlueHDi Diesel (DV5RC (YHZ))
  • 1.5 BlueHDi Diesel (DV5RD (YHY))
  • 1.6 BlueHDi Diesel (DV6FC (BHX))
  • 1.6 BlueHDi Diesel (DV6FC (BHZ))
  • 1.6 BlueHDi Diesel (DV6FD (BHY))
  • 1.6 e-HDi Diesel (DV6C (9HC))
  • 1.6 HDi Diesel (DV6DTED (9HP))
  • 2.0 BlueHDi Diesel (DW10FC (AHW))
  • 2.0 BlueHDi Diesel (DW10FC (EHZ))
  • 2.0 BlueHDi Diesel (DW10FCD (AHX))
  • 2.0 BlueHDi Diesel (DW10FD (AHR))
308 2021-2025 1
  • 1.5 BlueHDi 130 Diesel (DV5RC (YHZ))
Check the catalytic converter 0h30
Check the diesel particulate filter 0h30
Reset the diesel particulate filter fuel additive warning light 0h30
Check/top up the diesel particulate filter fuel additive 0h30–0h45
Check the diesel particulate filter saturation (using a diagnostic tool) 0h30
Renew the diesel particulate filter fuel additive reservoir 1h00–1h30
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter fuel additive reservoir 0h45–1h30
Remove/refit the catalytic converter 1h30–2h30
Renew the catalytic converter 1h30–2h30
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter 1h00–2h30
Renew the diesel particulate filter 1h00–2h30
Prepare the catalytic converter heat shield for installation* 0h45
Remove/refit the AdBlue tank 0h45–1h30
Remove/refit the pre-catalytic converter 6h00–7h00
Renew the pre-catalytic converter 6h00–7h00
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter/catalytic converter assembly 1h30–2h30
Renew the diesel particulate filter/catalytic converter assembly 1h30–2h30
Renew the AdBlue tank 1h00–1h30
Selective catalytic reduction (SCR): check the fluid level; top up if necessary 1h30
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter fuel additive injector 0h45–1h30
Renew the diesel particulate filter fuel additive injector 0h45–1h30
Drain/refill the AdBlue tank 0h45–1h00
Remove/refit the AdBlue injector 0h45–1h00
Renew the AdBlue injector 0h45–1h00
Remove/refit the pre-catalytic converter Manual transmission 5h00
Remove/refit the pre-catalytic converter Automatic transmission 6h00
Renew the pre-catalytic converter Automatic transmission 6h00
Renew the pre-catalytic converter Manual transmission 5h00

What is a Peugeot 308 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 Peugeot 308 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 Peugeot 308 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 Peugeot 308 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 Peugeot 308 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
308 2007-2015 2007-2015 1.4 VTi Petrol (EP3 (8FS)), 1.4 VTi Petrol (EP3C (8FR)), 1.6 8V HDi Diesel (DV6C (9HD)), 1.6 8V HDiF Diesel (DV6DTED (9HP)), 1.6 8V HDiF, -CC Diesel (DV6C (9HR)), 1.6 BioFlex Bioethanol (E85),Petrol (TU5JP4 (NFU)), 1.6 HDi Diesel (DV6ATED4 (9HX)), 1.6 HDi Diesel (DV6TED4 (9HY)),… Bioethanol (E85), Diesel, Petrol
308 2013-2021 2013-2021 1.2 PureTech 110 Petrol (EB2ADT (HNP)), 1.2 PureTech 130 Petrol (EB2ADTS (HNS)), 1.2 THP Petrol (EB2DT (HNZ)), 1.2 THP Petrol (EB2DTS (HNY)), 1.2 THP Petrol (EB2DTSM (HNW)), 1.2 VTi Petrol (EB2 (HMZ)), 1.5 BlueHDi Diesel (DV5RC (YHZ)), 1.5 BlueHDi Diesel (DV5RD (YHY)), 1.6 BlueH… Diesel, Petrol
308 2021-2025 2021-2025 1.2 PureTech 110 Petrol (EB2ADT (HNP)), 1.2 PureTech 130 Petrol (EB2ADTS (HNS)), 1.5 BlueHDi 130 Diesel (DV5RC (YHZ)), 1.6 Hybrid 180 Electricity,Petrol (EP6FADTXHPE (DGX)), Hybrid 225 Electricity,Petrol (EP6FADTXHPD (DGY)) Diesel, Electricity, Petrol

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