Change Car Particulate Filter (DPF) Mini Mini

Change Car Particulate Filter (DPF)

Easy 0h30 ~50£
Estimated time 0h30
Estimated labour cost ~50£
Difficulty Easy
Vehicles
Mini 2001-2007 2
  • One 1.4d Diesel (W17D14 (1ND))
  • One 1.4d Diesel (W17D14 (1ND))
Mini 2006-2015 6
  • Cooper D Diesel (N47C16A)
  • Cooper D Diesel (N47C20A)
  • Cooper D Diesel (W16D16 (9HZ))
  • Cooper SD Diesel (N47C20A)
  • One D Diesel (N47C16A)
  • One D Diesel (W16D16 (9HZ))
Mini 2013-2024 4
  • Cooper D Diesel (B37C15A)
  • Cooper SD Diesel (B47C20A)
  • Cooper SD Diesel (B47C20B)
  • One D Diesel (B37C15A)
Check the catalytic converter 0h30
Check the diesel particulate filter 0h30
Remove/refit the catalytic converter 1h30–3h30
Renew the catalytic converter 1h30–3h30
Prepare the catalytic converter heat shield for installation* 0h45–8h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter fuel additive reservoir 0h30
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter fuel additive reservoir 0h30
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter 3h30–6h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter 4h00–6h00
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter/catalytic converter assembly 5h00–8h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter/catalytic converter assembly 5h00–8h00
Remove/refit the AdBlue tank 0h30
Renew the AdBlue tank 0h30
Check/top up the diesel particulate filter fuel additive 0h30
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter Dual-clutch transmission 7h00
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter (Manual transmission, Automatic transmission) 7h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter (Manual transmission, Automatic transmission) 7h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter Dual-clutch transmission 7h00
Remove/refit the front catalytic converter with the exhaust pipe (Manual transmission, Automatic transmission), XN01 1h00
Remove/refit the front catalytic converter with the exhaust pipe Automatic transmission, XY61 1h30
Renew the front catalytic converter with the exhaust pipe (Manual transmission, Automatic transmission), XN01 1h00
Renew the front catalytic converter with the exhaust pipe Automatic transmission, XY61 1h30
Remove/refit the catalytic converter with the exhaust pipe Automatic transmission, XY61 1h30
Remove/refit the catalytic converter with the exhaust pipe (Manual transmission, Automatic transmission), XN01 1h00
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter Automatic transmission, XY61 8h00
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter (Manual transmission, Automatic transmission), XN01 6h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter (Manual transmission, Automatic transmission), XN01 6h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter Automatic transmission, XY61 8h00

What is a Mini Mini 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 Mini Mini 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 Mini Mini 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 Mini Mini 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 Mini Mini 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
Mini 2001-2007 2001-2007 Cooper, -LPG LPG,Petrol (W10B16A), One 1.4d Diesel (W17D14 (1ND)), One 1.4d Diesel (W17D14 (1ND)), One 1.4i Petrol (W10B14A), One 1.6i, -LPG LPG,Petrol (W10B16A) Diesel, LPG, Petrol
Mini 2006-2015 2006-2015 Cooper D Diesel (N47C16A), Cooper D Diesel (N47C20A), Cooper D Diesel (W16D16 (9HZ)), Cooper Petrol (N12B16A), Cooper Petrol (N12B16A), Cooper Petrol (N16B16A), Cooper S John Cooper Works Petrol (N14B16A), Cooper S Petrol (N14B16A), Cooper S Petrol (N14B16A), Cooper S Petrol (N1… Diesel, Petrol
Mini 2013-2024 2013-2024 Cooper D Diesel (B37C15A), Cooper Petrol (B38A15A), Cooper Petrol (B38A15F), Cooper S JCW tuning kit Petrol (B48A20A), Cooper S Petrol (B48A20A), Cooper S Petrol (B48A20A), Cooper S Petrol (B48A20F), Cooper S Petrol (B48A20F), Cooper SD Diesel (B47C20A), Cooper SD Diesel (B47C20… Diesel, Petrol

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