Change Car Particulate Filter (DPF) Renault Trafic

Change Car Particulate Filter (DPF)

Easy 0h30–0h45 ~50–75£
Estimated time 0h30–0h45
Estimated labour cost ~50–75£
Difficulty Easy
Vehicles
Trafic II 2001-2015 17
  • 1.9 dCi 100 Diesel (F9Q-760 (U7))
  • 1.9 dCi 80 Diesel (F9Q-762 (U7))
  • 2.0 dCi 115 (B30) Diesel (M9R-780 (E7))
  • 2.0 dCi 115 Diesel (M9R-692 (F6))
  • 2.0 dCi 115 Diesel (M9R-782 (M7))
  • 2.0 dCi 115 Diesel (M9R-786 (L7))
  • 2.0 dCi 115 Diesel (M9R-788)
  • 2.0 dCi 115 FAP Diesel (M9R-630 (A6))
  • 2.0 dCi 90 Diesel (M9R-692 (F6))
  • 2.0 dCi 90 Diesel (M9R-780 (E7))
  • 2.0 dCi 90 Diesel (M9R-782 (M7))
  • 2.0 dCi 90 Diesel (M9R-784)
  • 2.0 dCi 90 Diesel (M9R-786 (L7))
  • 2.0 dCi 90 FAP Diesel (M9R-630 (A6))
  • 2.5 dCi 115 FAP Diesel (G9U-630 (B6))
  • 2.5 dCi 140 Diesel (G9U-730 (B7))
  • 2.5 dCi 145 FAP Diesel (G9U-630 (B6))
Trafic III 2014-2025 17
  • 1.6 dCi 115 Diesel (R9M-408 (A4))
  • 1.6 dCi 120 Diesel (R9M-413 (H4))
  • 1.6 dCi 120 TwinTurbo Diesel (R9M-450 (D4))
  • 1.6 dCi 125 TwinTurbo Diesel (R9M-452 (D4))
  • 1.6 dCi 140 TwinTurbo Diesel (R9M-450 (D4))
  • 1.6 dCi 145 TwinTurbo Diesel (R9M-452 (D4))
  • 1.6 dCi 90 Diesel (R9M-408 (A4))
  • 1.6 dCi 90 Diesel (R9M-413 (H4))
  • 2.0 dCi 110 Diesel (M9R-717 (Z7))
  • 2.0 dCi 120 Diesel (M9R-710 (V7))
  • 2.0 dCi 130 Diesel (M9R-714 (Z7))
  • 2.0 dCi 130 Diesel (M9R-717 (Z7))
  • 2.0 dCi 145 Diesel (M9R-710 (V7))
  • 2.0 dCi 150 Diesel (M9R-714 (Z7))
  • 2.0 dCi 150 Diesel (M9R-717 (Z7))
  • 2.0 dCi 170 Diesel (M9R-710 (V7))
  • 2.0 dCi 170 Diesel (M9R-717 (Z7))
Check the catalytic converter 0h30
Check the diesel particulate filter 0h30
Remove/refit the catalytic converter 0h45–20h00
Renew the catalytic converter 0h45–20h00
Prepare the catalytic converter heat shield for installation* 0h45
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter 1h30–7h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter 1h30–7h00
Remove/refit the front catalytic converter 7h00
Renew the front catalytic converter 7h00
Remove/refit the rear catalytic converter 0h45
Renew the rear catalytic converter 0h45
Renew the diesel particulate filter fuel additive reservoir 0h45–2h30
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter fuel additive reservoir 0h45–2h00
Remove/refit the AdBlue system control unit 0h45
Renew the AdBlue system control unit 0h45
Drain/refill the diesel particulate filter fuel additive reservoir 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
Remove/refit the AdBlue tank 2h00
Drain/refill the AdBlue tank 1h00
Renew the AdBlue tank control unit 0h45
Renew the AdBlue tank 2h00
Remove/refit the AdBlue injector 1h30
Renew the AdBlue injector 1h30

What is a Renault Trafic 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 Renault Trafic 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 Renault Trafic 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 Renault Trafic 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 Renault Trafic 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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2 models covered

Model Year Range Engines covered Fuel
Trafic II 2001-2015 2001-2015 1.9 dCi 100 Diesel (F9Q-760 (U7)), 1.9 dCi 80 Diesel (F9Q-762 (U7)), 2.0 16V 120 Petrol (F4R-720 (L7)), 2.0 16V 120 Petrol (F4R-820 (H8)), 2.0 dCi 115 (B30) Diesel (M9R-780 (E7)), 2.0 dCi 115 Diesel (M9R-692 (F6)), 2.0 dCi 115 Diesel (M9R-782 (M7)), 2.0 dCi 115 Diesel (M9R-786 (… Diesel, Petrol
Trafic III 2014-2025 2014-2025 1.6 dCi 115 Diesel (R9M-408 (A4)), 1.6 dCi 120 Diesel (R9M-413 (H4)), 1.6 dCi 120 TwinTurbo Diesel (R9M-450 (D4)), 1.6 dCi 125 TwinTurbo Diesel (R9M-452 (D4)), 1.6 dCi 140 TwinTurbo Diesel (R9M-450 (D4)), 1.6 dCi 145 TwinTurbo Diesel (R9M-452 (D4)), 1.6 dCi 90 Diesel (R9M-408 (A… Diesel

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