Change Car Particulate Filter (DPF) Vauxhall Astra

Change Car Particulate Filter (DPF)

Easy 0h30–3h30 ~50–350£
Estimated time 0h30–3h30
Estimated labour cost ~50–350£
Difficulty Easy
Vehicles
Astra K 2016-2022 9
  • 1.5 Turbo Diesel (F15DVC (LXD+PL5))
  • 1.5 Turbo Diesel (F15DVH (LXD))
  • 1.6 CDTi Diesel (B16DTE (LWQ))
  • 1.6 CDTi Diesel (B16DTH (LVL))
  • 1.6 CDTi Diesel (B16DTR (LVK))
  • 1.6 CDTi Diesel (B16DTU (LWV))
  • 1.6 CDTi Diesel (D16DTI (LXO))
  • 1.6 CDTi Diesel (D16DTR (LVK))
  • 1.6 Turbo Diesel (D16DTH (LVL))
Astra Mk III (F) 1992-2001 3
  • 1.7 D Diesel (17D)
  • 1.7 D Diesel (17DR)
  • 1.7 TD Diesel (TC4EE1 (17DT))
Astra Mk IV (G) 1998-2007 7
  • 1.7 CDTi 16V Diesel (Z17DTL)
  • 1.7 DTi 16V Diesel (Y17DT)
  • 1.7 DTi Diesel (X17DTL)
  • 2.0 Di 16V Diesel (X20DTL)
  • 2.0 Di 16V Diesel (Y20DTL)
  • 2.0 DTi 16V Diesel (Y20DTH)
  • 2.2 DTi 16V Diesel (Y22DTR)
Astra Mk V (H) 2004-2012 11
  • 1.3 CDTi 16V (DPF) Diesel (Z13DTH)
  • 1.7 CDTi Diesel (A17DTJ (LPV))
  • 1.7 CDTi Diesel (A17DTR)
  • 1.7 CDTi Diesel (Z17DTH)
  • 1.7 CDTi Diesel (Z17DTJ)
  • 1.7 CDTi Diesel (Z17DTL)
  • 1.7 CDTi Diesel (Z17DTR)
  • 1.9 CDTi 16V Diesel (Z19DTH)
  • 1.9 CDTi 16V Diesel (Z19DTJ)
  • 1.9 CDTi 8V Diesel (Z19DT)
  • 1.9 CDTi 8V Diesel (Z19DTL)
Astra Mk VI (J) 2010-2018 13
  • 1.3 CDTi Diesel (A13DTE (LSF))
  • 1.6 CDTi Diesel (B16DTH (LVL))
  • 1.6 CDTi Diesel (B16DTL (LVM))
  • 1.7 CDTi Diesel (A17DTC (LUE))
  • 1.7 CDTi Diesel (A17DTE (LKR))
  • 1.7 CDTi Diesel (A17DTF (LKR+PL1))
  • 1.7 CDTi Diesel (A17DTJ (LPV))
  • 1.7 CDTi Diesel (A17DTN (LUE))
  • 1.7 CDTi Diesel (A17DTR (LPL))
  • 1.7 CDTi Diesel (A17DTS (LUD))
  • 2.0 CDTi (GTC) Diesel (A20DTH (LBS))
  • 2.0 CDTi Diesel (A20DTH (LBS))
  • 2.0 CDTi Diesel (A20DTR (LBY))
Check the catalytic converter 0h30
Renew the diesel particulate filter fuel additive reservoir Hatchback, 5 doors 1h30
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter fuel additive reservoir Hatchback, 5 doors 1h30
Remove/refit the catalytic converter 0h45–3h30
Renew the catalytic converter 0h45–3h30
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter fuel additive injector 0h45
Renew the diesel particulate filter fuel additive injector 0h45
Prepare the catalytic converter heat shield for installation 0h45
Remove/refit the AdBlue tank 2h00
Drain/refill the AdBlue tank 2h00
Renew the AdBlue tank 2h00
Prepare the catalytic converter heat shield for installation* 0h45
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter/catalytic converter assembly 1h30–5h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter/catalytic converter assembly 1h30–5h00
Remove/refit the front catalytic converter with the exhaust pipe 1h30
Renew the front catalytic converter with the exhaust pipe 1h30
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter 0h30–2h30
Renew the diesel particulate filter 0h30–2h30
Check the diesel particulate filter 0h30
Remove/refit the catalytic converter Without air conditioning 5h00
Remove/refit the catalytic converter With air conditioning 6h00
Renew the catalytic converter Without air conditioning 5h00
Renew the catalytic converter With air conditioning 6h00
Remove/refit the front catalytic converter 3h00
Renew the front catalytic converter 3h00
Remove/refit the rear catalytic converter 1h00
Renew the rear catalytic converter 1h00
Remove/refit both catalytic converters 3h30
Renew both catalytic converters 3h30
Check/top up the diesel particulate filter fuel additive 0h30
Selective catalytic reduction (SCR): check the fluid level; top up if necessary 0h30
Renew the catalytic converter gasket 3h00

What is a Vauxhall Astra 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 Vauxhall Astra 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 Vauxhall Astra 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 Vauxhall Astra 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 Vauxhall Astra 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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5 models covered

Model Year Range Engines covered Fuel
Astra K 2016-2022 2016-2022 1.0 12V Petrol (B10XFL (LE1)), 1.0 12V Petrol (D10XFL (LE1)), 1.2 Turbo Petrol (F12SHL (LIH)), 1.2 Turbo Petrol (F12SHR (LIH)), 1.2 Turbo Petrol (F12SHT (LIH)), 1.4 16V Petrol (B14XE (LV7)), 1.4 Turbo Petrol (B14XFL (LE2+PL5)), 1.4 Turbo Petrol (B14XFT (LE2)), 1.4 Turbo Petrol (… Diesel, Petrol
Astra Mk III (F) 1992-2001 1992-2001 1.4i 16V Petrol (X14XE), 1.4i Petrol (14SE), 1.4i Petrol (C14NZ), 1.4i Petrol (X14NZ), 1.4S Petrol (14NV), 1.4Si Petrol (C14SE), 1.6i 16V Petrol (X16XEL), 1.6i Petrol (16LZ2), 1.6i Petrol (16NZR), 1.6i Petrol (C16NZ), 1.6i Petrol (X16SZ), 1.6i Petrol (X16SZR), 1.6S Petrol (16SV)… Diesel, Petrol
Astra Mk IV (G) 1998-2007 1998-2007 1.2 16V Petrol (X12XE), 1.2 16V Petrol (Z12XE), 1.4 16V Petrol (X14XE), 1.4 16V Petrol (Z14XE), 1.4 16V Petrol (Z14XEP), 1.6 16V CNG CNG,Petrol (Z16YNG), 1.6 16V Petrol (X16SZR), 1.6 16V Petrol (X16XEL), 1.6 16V Petrol (Z16XEP), 1.6 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (Z16XE), 1.6, -LPG LPG,Pe… CNG, Diesel, LPG, Petrol
Astra Mk V (H) 2004-2012 2004-2012 1.2 16V Petrol (Z12XEP), 1.3 CDTi 16V (DPF) Diesel (Z13DTH), 1.4 16V Petrol (Z14XEL), 1.4 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (Z14XEP), 1.6 16V Petrol (A16LET (LLU)), 1.6 16V Petrol (A16XER (LDE)), 1.6 16V Petrol (Z16LET), 1.6 16V Petrol (Z16XE1), 1.6 16V Petrol (Z16XEP), 1.6 16V, -LPG LPG,Pet… Diesel, LPG, Petrol
Astra Mk VI (J) 2010-2018 2010-2018 1.3 CDTi Diesel (A13DTE (LSF)), 1.4 16V Turbo Petrol (A14NEI (LUV)), 1.4 16V Turbo Petrol (A14NEL (LUJ)), 1.4 16V Turbo Petrol (B14XER (LDD)), 1.4 16V Turbo, -LPG LPG,Petrol (A14NET (LUJ)), 1.4 16V Turbo, -LPG LPG,Petrol (B14NEL (LUJ)), 1.4 16V Turbo, -LPG LPG,Petrol (B14NET (LU… Diesel, LPG, Petrol

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