Change Car Particulate Filter (DPF) Volkswagen Touran

Change Car Particulate Filter (DPF)

Easy 0h30–1h30 ~50–150£
Estimated time 0h30–1h30
Estimated labour cost ~50–150£
Difficulty Easy
Vehicles
Touran MkI 2003-2015 17
  • 1.6 CR TDI DPF Diesel (CAYB)
  • 1.6 CR TDI DPF Diesel (CAYC)
  • 1.9 TDI Diesel (AVQ)
  • 1.9 TDI Diesel (BKC)
  • 1.9 TDI Diesel (BRU)
  • 1.9 TDI Diesel (BXE)
  • 1.9 TDI Diesel (BXF)
  • 1.9 TDI DPF BlueMotion Diesel (BLS)
  • 1.9 TDI DPF Diesel (BXJ)
  • 2.0 16V TDI Diesel (AZV)
  • 2.0 16V TDI Diesel (BKD)
  • 2.0 16V TDI DPF Diesel (BMN)
  • 2.0 8V TDI DPF Diesel (BMM)
  • 2.0 CR TDI DPF Diesel (CFHC)
  • 2.0 CR TDI DPF Diesel (CFJA)
  • 2.0 CR TDI DPF Diesel (CFJB)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (CFHF)
Touran MkII 2016-2025 10
  • 1.6 TDI Diesel (CRKB)
  • 1.6 TDI Diesel (DGDA)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (DFEA)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (DFEB)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (DFGA)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (DFGB)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (DFGC)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (DFHA)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (DTRC)
  • 2.0 TDI Diesel (DTSB)
Check the catalytic converter 0h30
Check the diesel particulate filter saturation (using a diagnostic tool) 0h30
Remove/refit the catalytic converter 1h00–2h30
Renew the catalytic converter 1h00–2h30
Remove/refit the front catalytic converter with the exhaust pipe 1h30–5h00
Renew the front catalytic converter with the exhaust pipe 1h30–5h00
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter 5h00–13h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter 5h00–13h00
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter/catalytic converter assembly 5h00–9h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter/catalytic converter assembly 5h00–9h00
Prepare the catalytic converter heat shield for installation* 0h45
Check the diesel particulate filter 0h30
Remove/refit the AdBlue system control unit 1h30
Renew the AdBlue system control unit 1h30
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter Semi-automatic transmission 10h00
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter Manual transmission 10h00
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter fuel additive injector 0h45
Renew the diesel particulate filter Semi-automatic transmission 10h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter Manual transmission 10h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter fuel additive injector 0h45
Remove/refit the AdBlue injector 0h45
Renew the AdBlue injector 0h45
Check/top up the diesel particulate filter fuel additive 0h30
Renew the diesel particulate filter fuel additive reservoir 1h30
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter fuel additive reservoir 1h30
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter fuel additive injector N758 0h30
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter fuel additive injector N474 0h45
Renew the diesel particulate filter fuel additive injector N474 0h45
Renew the diesel particulate filter fuel additive injector N758 0h30
Drain/refill the AdBlue tank 0h45
Remove/refit the AdBlue tank control unit 1h30
Remove/refit the AdBlue tank 1h30
Renew the AdBlue tank control unit 1h30
Renew the AdBlue tank 1h30
Remove/refit the diesel particulate filter Dual-clutch transmission 10h00
Renew the diesel particulate filter Dual-clutch transmission 10h00

What is a Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran 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
Touran MkI 2003-2015 2003-2015 1.2 TSI Petrol (CBZB), 1.4 TSI EcoFuel (CNG) CNG,Petrol (CDGA), 1.4 TSI Petrol (BLG), 1.4 TSI Petrol (BMY), 1.4 TSI Petrol (CAVB), 1.4 TSI Petrol (CAVC), 1.4 TSI Petrol (CTHB), 1.4 TSI Petrol (CTHC), 1.6 16V FSi Petrol (BAG), 1.6 16V FSi Petrol (BLF), 1.6 16V FSi Petrol (BLP), 1… CNG, Diesel, Petrol
Touran MkII 2016-2025 2016-2025 1.0 TSI Petrol (DKRB), 1.2 TSI Petrol (CYVB), 1.4 TSI Petrol (CZDA), 1.5 TSI Petrol (DADA), 1.5 TSI Petrol (DPCA), 1.6 TDI Diesel (CRKB), 1.6 TDI Diesel (DGDA), 1.8 TFSI Petrol (CJSA), 2.0 TDI Diesel (DFEA), 2.0 TDI Diesel (DFEB), 2.0 TDI Diesel (DFGA), 2.0 TDI Diesel (DFGB), 2.… Diesel, Petrol

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