AdBlue - is it all pretty much the same?
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Possible stupid question, but I've never had to buy any before. Is it all pretty much the same, or does it vary in makeup and consistency? Looking at grabbing 10L of Redex AdBlue, but haven't the foggiest if it's right or not.
Additional Q - is it somehow difficult to fill the tank? The manufacturer will happily sell me a very expensive option where the container attaches to the tank cap to avoid spillage - really not sure why this would be required other than ease and to combat carelessness.
Additional Q - is it somehow difficult to fill the tank? The manufacturer will happily sell me a very expensive option where the container attaches to the tank cap to avoid spillage - really not sure why this would be required other than ease and to combat carelessness.
Ford transits have to have a specific adblue, if there is a problem and they find that a none approved product has been used they will refuse to carry out warranty work.
Storage of opened adblue containers is also crucial. They should be kept away from any light otherwise they can crystallise.
Storage of opened adblue containers is also crucial. They should be kept away from any light otherwise they can crystallise.
Our Seat Alhambra you have to use the refilling attachment, the filler is in the boot void the 3rd row seats fold down into so there just isn't space to get a 10l container in there and tip it without spilling! Luckily VAG only charge about a tenner for it.
I think some cars have the adblue filler next to the diesel cap, the spout provided with the adblue should be fine for these.
I think some cars have the adblue filler next to the diesel cap, the spout provided with the adblue should be fine for these.
grumbas said:
Our Seat Alhambra you have to use the refilling attachment, the filler is in the boot void the 3rd row seats fold down into so there just isn't space to get a 10l container in there and tip it without spilling! Luckily VAG only charge about a tenner for it.
I think some cars have the adblue filler next to the diesel cap, the spout provided with the adblue should be fine for these.
Tell me more! Mine is VW, and the tank is in the boot. The VW AdBlue with the filler attachment I have seen is significantly more expensive than other brands.I think some cars have the adblue filler next to the diesel cap, the spout provided with the adblue should be fine for these.
blue_haddock said:
In theory Yes it should all be the same however some vehicles can come up with a warning that the adblue is not high enough quality.
JLR in particular are fussy on it.
Usually comes up as "poor quality detected " which is BS, when it is actually a system fault , faulty doser etc .JLR in particular are fussy on it.
AdBlue ® Is actually a registered trademark of the VDA (German Automotive Industry). Only officially approved manufacturers can market diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) under the AdBlue ® name. So anything labeled "Adblue" should be ok.
AdBlue® is a high purity, 32.5% urea solution and decomposes above 25C so should be kept in a cool place.
AdBlue® is a high purity, 32.5% urea solution and decomposes above 25C so should be kept in a cool place.
Recently had to fill my Arteon. My previous Merc never asked for a drop in 14k miles.
It was pretty easy. Filler next to fuel filler.
I bought a container of it from a local retailer, popped a set of disposable gloves on (I always have them for filling diesel anyway), screwed the neck into the container, nozzle in, lift up and empty.
It was pretty easy. Filler next to fuel filler.
I bought a container of it from a local retailer, popped a set of disposable gloves on (I always have them for filling diesel anyway), screwed the neck into the container, nozzle in, lift up and empty.
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