Can I run water instead of DEF?

Subject: RE: Anyone replace DEF with water? Water won't hurt the system but it will de-rate you pretty quick. ECM compares NOx values pre/post, if conversion is low it will start throwing codes and will eventually derate.
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Can you use water instead of blue DEF?

If you remove the urea from the DEF -- that is, if you run water through the injectors instead -- it probably won't hurt anything, since you're reducing the level and quantity of corrosive reactants inside the stainless steel SCR system.
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What happens if I use water instead of AdBlue?

If you fill up with water instead of AdBlue, you can block the injector and damage the catalyst. Progressive damage to your SCR system can reduce engine performance and actually increase the fuel consumption per mile or kilometer.
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Can you run without DEF fluid?

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency requires vehicle manufacturers to put measures in place to ensure that vehicles cannot run without Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF).
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What can be used in place of DEF?

DEF is urea or otherwise known as aqueous ammonia. Windshield washer fluid that contains ammonia will do in a pinch.
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ADBLUE vs WATER, What Happens If You Use Tap Water Instead Of ADBLUE??



Is it possible to bypass DEF?

If you're thinking of bypassing any of your diesel's emission controls, remember that that it's highly illegal and the fines can be steep. The chances of getting caught may be low, but the consequences are costly.
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Is it illegal to bypass DEF system?

Given the open availability of this service, a farmer could be forgiven for believing that DEF modifications are legal. They're not. In the U.S., the EPA Clean Air Act prohibits anyone from tampering with an emission control device on a motor vehicle by removing it or making it inoperable.
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What happens if you run without DEF?

If you ignore the DEF warning the truck will cease to work. Some diesel engine manufacturers allow the engine to go into reduced power mode so the truck can “limp home” or limit the number of times you can turn the engine over. At some point though the diesel engine will not start.
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What to do when you run out of DEF fluid?

In a best-case scenario, running out of DEF simply means refilling the tank and restarting your machine. If you have DEF nearby, you could be back to work within minutes.
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Can you bypass the AdBlue system?

Disabling the AdBlue system is normally completed by reprogramming the engine management system, however some vehicles will require a small electronic unit to be hardwired into the vehicle.
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Can I run my truck without AdBlue?

Most modern heavy equipment is not designed to operate without AdBlue. The engines fitted to these vehicles simply cannot run without DEF, which means grain harvests, as well as the mining of coal (to supply power-generation facilities), could soon be halted.
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Can you run a diesel engine without AdBlue?

No, while driving the engine will not shut down, but some engines will automatically restrict engine performance when AdBlue™ supplies are drained. If your engine is outfitted with SCR technology, your vehicle will drop power and reduce its emission according to legal criteria.
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Can you make DEF fluid?

DEF is a mixture of (typically) 2/3 deionized water and 1/3 urea. It's carefully regulated by the American Petroleum Institute. Technically, urea is derived from one of the byproducts of urine. But it's synthetically made, so no cats are ever harmed in the production of the fluid.
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Can you 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.
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What happens if my truck runs out of AdBlue?

If you run out of AdBlue while you're driving, then the engine's power and performance will be reduced to limit its emissions. Once you've stopped, you won't be able to restart the engine if the AdBlue tank's empty. The car will give you plenty of warning that the AdBlue tank's running low.
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Can you pee in your DEF tank?

Please do not urinate in your DEF tank, the SCR system will be damaged and it will cost thousands of dollars to repair. Here at Transliquid Technologies we specialize in providing the best quality of Diesel Exhaust Fluid.
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What happens if you delete DEF system?

DEF Delete

Just like the DPF, the system will clear out excess soot by going into a regen cycle and using your vehicle's fuel to burn off and blow out the soot. The DEF can also reduce performance and fuel efficiency but can also cause issues with the system freezing up.
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Is DEF fluid necessary?

DEF is a requirement for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles with diesel engines produced after 2010. The vehicle is programmed to inject the DEF into the exhaust stream to meet emissions requirements. If the vehicle is allowed to run out of DEF, the engine performance will be reduced, and lower speeds are imposed.
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Can you delete DPF legally?

Is a DPF delete legal? Okay, so the $22,000 question: is it legal, and can you get fined for deleting the DPF? The short answer is, yes you can get fined, and no, it's not legal.
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Can you delete DEF on a Duramax?

A DEF Delete Service for your Cummins, Duramax, or Powerstroke diesel engine from Revolution Motors will remove this system so your truck is running at peak efficiency and performance. Trucks with the DEF delete install can improve fuel efficiency by up to 30%.
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Is deleting DEF worth it?

The catch about a DEF system is that you have to keep its fluid reservoir filled regularly to keep it functioning properly. This doesn't just take time – it costs money, too. Deleting your DEF system can help save you money. Plus, your exhaust might have a bit of a beefier growl once you're done.
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Will the EPA get rid of DEF?

After finding dozens of aftermarket parts companies in violation of the Clean Air Act for selling emissions defeat devices last year, the Environmental Protection Agency has announced that it will step up enforcement against such companies and clamp down on any aftermarket parts designed to bypass emissions controls, ...
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Is AdBlue a pigs urine?

Is AdBlue made from pig urine? Well no, not quite. The reason for the rumours is that AdBlue is a 32.5% solution of pure urea in demineralised water. And while AdBlue is a synthetically based product, urea is something that is found in urine (animal and human) although in much, much, lower concentrations.
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