Problem with a LEXUS IS220d 2.2 L 2006 80k

Excessive engine smoke when pulling away after engine running at idle.

The fault was cured by carrying out an extended Forté Advanced Formula Motor Flush and adding Forté Seal Conditioner to the new oil.

Thanks to Alan at A D Motors in Wormley, Hertfordshire.

Problem with a FORD FOCUS 1.6 L TDCi 2007 120k

EML on and fault codes stored for a DPF fault, suspect DPF blocked.

The fault was cured by removing the DPF and manually cleaning with Forté DPF Off-Car Cleaner as per instructions. The vehicle was then taken on an extended road test with the vehicle power and performance restored.

Thanks to Ernie at Manor Motor Services in Fenton, Stoke-on-Trent.

Problem with a VAUXHALL INSIGNIA 2.0L CDTi 2010 71k

Lack of power due to engine running in limp mode, engine management and Diesel Particulate Filter  (DPF) warning light on. Fault code stored for DPF blockage, unable to carry out regeneration of DPF due to soot loading.

The fault was cured by removing the DPF to manually clean using Forté DPF Off-Car Cleaner as per instructions, carrying out an extended Forté New Generation Engine Flush and adding Forté Diesel Specialist Injector Cleaner and Forté DPF Cleaner and Regenerator into the fuel tank.

The vehicle was then taken on an extended road test with the vehicle power and performance restored.

Thanks to Keith at Keith Wood Motors in Heywood, Lancashire.

Problem with a VAUXHALL ASTRA 1.9L CDTi 2006 120k

Lack of power due to engine running in limp mode, engine management and Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) warning light on.

Diagnostic check carried out showing 72% soot loading in the DPF and fault codes stored P242F DPF restriction due to ash accumulation, P2279 inlet air system leakage, P0380 glow plug heater circuit.

The fault was cured by replacing a split vacuum pipe and removing the DPF to manually clean using Forté DPF Off-Car Cleaner as per instructions, carrying out an extended Forté New Generation Engine Flush and adding Forté Diesel Specialist Injector Cleaner and Forté DPF Cleaner and Regenerator into the fuel tank.

The vehicle was then taken on an extended road test with the vehicle power and performance restored with no further fault codes stored.

Thanks to Andy at Nash Motor Vehicle Services Ltd in Faringdon, Oxfordshire.