DOC Cleaning

Diesel Oxidation Catalyst Cleaning

Struggling with poor emissions performance or rising fault codes? The Diesel Oxidation Catalyst is a vital part of your after-treatment system, responsible for converting harmful gases like carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons into less toxic substances. When blocked, it can cause knock-on issues across your Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) and (Selective Catalytic Reduction) SCR systems. That’s where we come in. At DPF Clean Team, we offer expert diesel oxidation catalyst cleaning that restores performance, extends system life and reduces emissions without the cost of replacement.

Comprehensive DOC Cleaning Services

Safe, Thorough Cleaning for Vans, HGVs, Cars and Plant Machinery

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We provide DOC cleaning services for passenger vehicles, commercial fleets, plant machinery and HGVs. Whether your DOC is part of a combined DPF system or a standalone unit, we’ve got it covered. You can send us either the full housing or just the DOC section and we’ll handle the rest. Our process uses controlled thermal treatment followed by high-pressure air flushing to remove ash, soot and carbon build-up. Once clean, every unit is dried, tested and shipped back ready to refit. It’s quick, efficient and built on years of experience in emissions control.

Benefits of Diesel Oxidation Catalyst Cleaning

Why It Pays to Clean, Not Replace

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  • Restore engine performance

    A clean DOC helps maintain smooth exhaust flow and reduce backpressure.

  • Lower emissions

    Properly working DOCs break down harmful gases and keep your system compliant.

  • Save on parts

    DOC cleaning is more affordable than replacing the entire unit.

  • Extend after-treatment life

    Prevents early wear on connected components like DPFs and SCR systems.

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How Our DOC Cleaning Process Works

Once your garage confirms a DOC issue, whether that’s through emissions testing, warning lights or diagnostics we arrange fast collection. Using the same proven approach as our DPF services, we apply high-temperature treatment to dislodge carbon, then flush with air to restore flow. It doesn’t matter if the DOC is integrated with the DPF or housed separately, we’ll make sure it’s cleaned thoroughly and returned in top working condition. All units are tested before dispatch and include a 12-month warranty. Most are back with you in just 2–3 days.

Frequently Asked Questions

DOC cleaning removes carbon, hydrocarbons and residue from the catalyst, restoring its ability to reduce harmful emissions.

Yes. You can send just the DOC or the entire exhaust housing — we clean both.

Yes. Our process is non-invasive and safe for all Euro-compliant after-treatment systems.

Signs include MOT emissions failures, warning lights or sluggish engine performance.

Standard turnaround is 2–3 working days. We also offer an express service for urgent cases.

Absolutely, we clean DOCs on diesel cars, commercial vans, HGVs and off-road plant vehicles.

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  • Good Company

    Amin Mirzaee Avatar Amin Mirzaee
    July 13, 2024

    Do exactly what they say

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    March 13, 2024

    Good helpful company and staff

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    January 13, 2024
  • Recommend

    Damian Ruszkowski Avatar Damian Ruszkowski
    September 13, 2023

    Thanks Nicola for sorting me out with replacement dpf. Delivered when they said they would now just organised returning... read more

    David Ross Avatar David Ross
    September 13, 2023

    What can I say? Adam and Nicola were amazing from start to finish? I would highly recommend this business. They... read more

    Richard Russell Avatar Richard Russell
    September 13, 2023
  • I can not praise Scott and his team enough! I rang them after my car went into limp mode with... read more

    Jon wood Avatar Jon wood
    September 13, 2023

    As someone else said, I don't normally write reviews, but this company deserves it. Excellent service, friendly, not pushy.... read more

    Jane Cross Avatar Jane Cross
    September 13, 2022

    Friendly staff.

    Jem Broccoli Avatar Jem Broccoli
    September 13, 2021
  • TOP SERVICE FROM CHRISTIAN AND ADAM ORDERED A DPF 4PM FRIDAY THEY TOLD ME 3-5 WORKING DAYS ARRIVED BEFORE THE... read more

    Carlo Vaccaro Avatar Carlo Vaccaro
    September 13, 2021

    The DPF works well. I am a Range Rover L405 owner in the Philippines. I needed a new DPF and... read more

    ABS Santos Avatar ABS Santos
    September 13, 2021

    Excellent communication and a pleasure to deal with. Great price & delivered on time. Thank you.

    Deano Avatar Deano
    September 13, 2021
  • Have had many sprinter dpf cleaned and repaired. I am very pleased with the service provided.

    Tom Upcott Avatar Tom Upcott
    September 13, 2021

    Very good at cleaning particulate filters

    Lea Hudson Avatar Lea Hudson
    September 13, 2020

    Excellent service from start to finish. Did exactly what they said they would do. Pleasure dealing with them and will... read more

    Simon Fox Avatar Simon Fox
    September 13, 2020
  • Just had my dpf cleaned by the dpf clean team . Fast efficient service, highly recommended

    George bear Avatar George bear
    September 13, 2020

    Used Clean team MANY times as we're a garage. Dundalk Motors London, very professional service never had any issues, people... read more

    Robert Katchis Avatar Robert Katchis
    September 13, 2019

    Did a clean on my insignia DPF was sluggish and slow, after a clean through was great! Even recommended a... read more

    Kaptin Karl Avatar Kaptin Karl
    September 13, 2019
  • Used them many times, great sevice

    Glen Strachan Avatar Glen Strachan
    September 13, 2018

    Used local Hinkley firm Terry Taylor to test and remove the dpf prior to it being taken to DPF Cleanteam.... read more

    Stuart Bower Avatar Stuart Bower
    September 13, 2016

    I wouldn't usually review but the service i received was brilliant. i had a problem with my Mercedes sprinter, ... read more

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    September 13, 2016