Trouble starting

2014 PEUGEOT BOXER
71,000 MILES • 2.2L • 2WD • MANUAL
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ALANJAM
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I've been told I've got a blocked or dirty DPF which is responsible for my van not turning over properly. I disagree and think it's either the battery which is only 2 years old or the starter motor being a bit lazy.
Nov 7, 2019 at 11:10 AM
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KASEKENNY
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When they told you the DPF was plugged, were they basing this on something or just a guess? Did they actual look at the vehicle or just tell you that is the most likely cause?

If the DPF is clogged then it can cause a no start because this is basically just a plugged exhaust. However you would have codes and probably a check engine light. If you don't have this then you are probably correct that there is an issue with the starting system.

Can you get a video of what the vehicle is doing when it is trying to start?
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Nov 8, 2019 at 2:16 PM
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