How much DEF fluid do I need?

DEF is consumed at a rate of about 2-3% relative to the amount of fuel you are using. This means between 1.2 and 2.0 gallons of DEF will be required for a vehicle with a 65-gallon gas tank. If you have a five-gallon DEF tank, DEF should be replaced every third or fourth time you fill up.

How often do you add BlueDEF?

For example, for every 100 gallons of diesel fuel consumed, between 2 and 4 gallons of DEF will be automatically injected into the exhaust system. The typical DEF tank will be approximately 15 – 20 gallons, thus requiring a fill every 5,000 to 6,000 miles.

Is BlueDEF the same as AdBlue?

What is AdBlue vs SCR vs BlueTec vs DEF? – AdBlue, SCR and BlueTec are the same thing, just different manufacturers and names. SCR is Selective Catalytic Reduction, the generic name for the system. The fluid used is DEF, or Diesel Exhaust Fluid.

How long does BlueDEF last?

two years
BlueDEF conforms to the ISO-22241-1 specification for DEF, is API registered and meets or exceeds OEM specifications. The shelf life of DEF is directly related to the temperature at which it is stored. Storage temperature between 12º and 86º F are recommended to maintain optimal shelf life of up to two years.

Can you pee in your DEF tank?

The urea found in urine is not in the proper concentration needed for DEF, nor is it of a sufficient level of purity, in either urea or water. The bottom line, to spell it out just one more time… urine and DEF = Never. DON’T PEE IN YOUR DEF TANK!

Can you overfill DEF fluid?

Do Not fill beyond this connection. The neck of the tank acts as a breather tube for DEF. If it is “capped off” by overfilling, the DEF within the tube crystalizes. Crystalized DEF prevents air from entering the tank.

What happens if I run out of DEF fluid?

If the truck is allowed to run out of DEF the engine’s power is reduced, a solid red warning will be displayed and the vehicle speed will be limited to 5 mph until the DEF tank is refilled.

How much AdBlue do I add?

AdBlue is consumed in proportion to engine usage. It is estimated that a passenger car will consume approximately 1.5 litres of AdBlue for every 620 miles. The size of AdBlue tanks vary, too, so when you need to top up depends on your driving style, the number of miles you cover, and the size of the tank.

Can I pee in DEF tank?

What is the difference between BlueDef and BlueDef platinum?

As far as what the fluid is used for, which is the actual DEF, there is no difference. The difference is in the proprietary ingredients that was put into Platinum that they say keeps the DEF from crystalizing in the exhaust over time.

Can I use distilled water instead of AdBlue?

Using water instead of AdBlue – In short, you mustn’t use water instead of AdBlue, or water down the AdBlue in anyway. AdBlue is a mixture of urea and 67.5% de-ionized water. Where as tap water contains a lot of minerals and ions that is harmful to the vehicle exhaust treatment system.

Is AdBlue a pigs urine?

AdBlue® is a synthetic, highly purified solution of urea and demineralized water NOT pigs urine. Whilst the chemical urea is in pigs’ urine, it is found in much lower concentration alongside many other elements.

How often should a DEF filter be changed?

Our recommendation? Change the filter at least every 3 years. If you are putting more than 35k miles on a year, try to have it done every 100k miles.

How many miles does a gallon of DEF last?

between 300 to 500 miles
Most DEF tanks require one gallon of DEF for every 50 gallons of diesel fuel, and one gallon will generally last between 300 to 500 miles.

Can you use water as DEF fluid?

If you put water in an EMPTY DEF tank, there will be no urea injected into the exhaust to convert to ammonia. Ammonia is an essential requirement to eliminate NOX (Oxides of Nitrogen) via the SCR (Selective Catalytic Reducer).

Can you overfill with AdBlue?

When the AdBlue level starts to become low, a symbol illuminates in the driver display and the Refill AdBlue well in advance No restart after %1 %2 message is shown. Do not overfill the tank.

Can I refill AdBlue myself?

Can I top up with AdBlue® myself? Yes, you can top up with AdBlue® yourself. Every TotalEnergies service station sells standard 5L and 10L cans of AdBlue®. TotalEnergies is also gradually deploying special pumps for light vehicles.

What is the best blue def?

The best diesel exhaust fluid meets the Environmental Protection Agency’s standards and is free from impurities. Valvoline’s Premium Blue Diesel Exhaust Fluid is a top choice because it is compatible with all selective catalytic reduction systems and meets the EPA’s near-zero nitrogen oxide emissions levels standard.

How do you make AdBlue at home?

There are two ways of making AdBlue®:

  1. the first involves dissolving granules of solid urea, called prills in demineralised water;
  2. the second involves mixing synthetic urea with demineralised water.