Change Car Particulate Filter (DPF) Opel Vivaro

Change Car Particulate Filter (DPF)

Easy 0h30–4h00 ~50–400£
Estimated time 0h30–4h00
Estimated labour cost ~50–400£
Difficulty Easy
Vehicles
Vivaro A 2001-2014 19
  • 1.9 CDi Diesel (F9Q-762 (U7))
  • 1.9 CDTi Diesel (F9Q-760 (U7))
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 115 Diesel (M9R-780 (E7))
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 115 Diesel (M9R-782 (L7))
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 115 Diesel (M9R-784)
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 115 Diesel (M9R-786 (M7))
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 115 Diesel (M9R-788)
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 115 DPF Diesel (M9R-630 (A6))
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 115 DPF Diesel (M9R-692 (F6))
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 90 Diesel (M9R-780 (E7))
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 90 Diesel (M9R-782 (L7))
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 90 Diesel (M9R-784)
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 90 Diesel (M9R-786 (M7))
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 90 Diesel (M9R-788)
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 90 DPF Diesel (M9R-630 (A6))
  • 2.0 CDTi 16V 90 DPF Diesel (M9R-692 (F6))
  • 2.5 CDTi 114 DPF Diesel (G9U-630 (B6))
  • 2.5 CDTi 145 (DPF) Diesel (G9U-630 (B6))
  • 2.5 CDTi Diesel (G9U-730 (B7))
Vivaro B 2015-2019 8
  • 1.6 CDTi Bi-Turbo Diesel (R9M-450 (LWU))
  • 1.6 CDTi Bi-Turbo Diesel (R9M-450 (LWY))
  • 1.6 CDTi Bi-Turbo Diesel (R9M-452 (LQI))
  • 1.6 CDTi Bi-Turbo Diesel (R9M-452 (LWY))
  • 1.6 CDTi Diesel (R9M-408 (LWX))
  • 1.6 CDTi Diesel (R9M-408 (LWZ))
  • 1.6 CDTi Diesel (R9M-413 (LWX))
  • 1.6 CDTi Diesel (R9M-413 (LWZ))
Vivaro C 2019-2025 8
  • 1.5 CDTi 100 Diesel (DV5RUCD (YHR))
  • 1.5 CDTi 120 Diesel (DV5RD (YHY))
  • 1.5 CDTi 120 Diesel (DV5RUC (YHV))
  • 2.0 CDTi 145 Diesel (DW10FDDU (EHS))
  • 2.0 CDTi 145 Diesel (DW10FDDU (EHT))
  • 2.0 Diesel 120 Diesel (DW10FEU (AHK))
  • 2.0 Diesel 150 Diesel (DW10FDU (AHX))
  • 2.0 Diesel 180 Diesel (DW10FDCU (EHZ))
Check the catalytic converter 0h30
Check the diesel particulate filter 0h30
Remove/refit the catalytic converter 0h45–4h00
Renew the catalytic converter 0h45–4h00
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter 1h30–6h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter 1h30–6h00
Prepare the catalytic converter heat shield for installation* 0h45
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter/catalytic converter assembly 1h30–6h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter/catalytic converter assembly 1h30–6h00
Remove/refit the front catalytic converter 2h30
Renew the front catalytic converter 2h30
Remove/refit the rear catalytic converter 0h30
Renew the rear catalytic converter 0h30
Remove/refit both catalytic converters 2h30
Renew both catalytic converters 2h30
Renew the diesel particulate filter fuel additive reservoir 2h30
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter fuel additive reservoir 2h30
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter fuel additive injector 0h45–1h30
Renew the diesel particulate filter fuel additive injector 0h45–1h30
Remove/refit the AdBlue tank 1h00–2h30
Renew the AdBlue tank 1h00–2h30
Remove/refit the pre-catalytic converter 4h00
Renew the pre-catalytic converter 4h00
Drain/refill the AdBlue tank 0h45
Remove/refit the pre-catalytic converter Manual transmission 4h00
Remove/refit the pre-catalytic converter Automatic transmission 3h30
Renew the pre-catalytic converter Automatic transmission 3h30
Renew the pre-catalytic converter Manual transmission 4h00

What is a Opel Vivaro 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 Opel Vivaro 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 Opel Vivaro 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 Opel Vivaro 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 Opel Vivaro 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
Vivaro A 2001-2014 2001-2014 1.9 CDi Diesel (F9Q-762 (U7)), 1.9 CDTi Diesel (F9Q-760 (U7)), 2.0 16V Petrol (F4R-720 (L7)), 2.0 16V Petrol (F4R-820 (H8)), 2.0 CDTi 16V 115 Diesel (M9R-780 (E7)), 2.0 CDTi 16V 115 Diesel (M9R-782 (L7)), 2.0 CDTi 16V 115 Diesel (M9R-784), 2.0 CDTi 16V 115 Diesel (M9R-786 (M7)),… Diesel, Petrol
Vivaro B 2015-2019 2015-2019 1.6 CDTi Bi-Turbo Diesel (R9M-450 (LWU)), 1.6 CDTi Bi-Turbo Diesel (R9M-450 (LWY)), 1.6 CDTi Bi-Turbo Diesel (R9M-452 (LQI)), 1.6 CDTi Bi-Turbo Diesel (R9M-452 (LWY)), 1.6 CDTi Diesel (R9M-408 (LWX)), 1.6 CDTi Diesel (R9M-408 (LWZ)), 1.6 CDTi Diesel (R9M-413 (LWX)), 1.6 CDTi Die… Diesel
Vivaro C 2019-2025 2019-2025 1.5 CDTi 100 Diesel (DV5RUCD (YHR)), 1.5 CDTi 120 Diesel (DV5RD (YHY)), 1.5 CDTi 120 Diesel (DV5RUC (YHV)), 1.6 CDTi Diesel (DV6FCU (BHX)), 1.6 CDTi Diesel (DV6FDU (BHS)), 1.6 CDTi Diesel (DV6FDU (BHV)), 2.0 CDTi 145 Diesel (DW10FDDU (EHS)), 2.0 CDTi 145 Diesel (DW10FDDU (EHT)),… Diesel

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