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.

How do you fill AdBlue yourself?

Can I top up my AdBlue anytime?

The size of the AdBlue tank fitted to vehicles varies between manufacturers and models, so therefore the interval between top-ups will vary. Based on conservative estimates, AdBlue may require topping up every 5,000 to 8,000 miles although this will fluctuate based on manufacturer, model, and driving style.

Can I fill up AdBlue at the pump?

Top up yourself

You can refill the AdBlue® tank with suitable bottles/canisters or at specially-designed pumps available at an ever-increasing number of filling stations.

What happens if I run 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.

How to refill or top up your AdBlue and where to find your filler cap. Universal Tutorial

How do I know when AdBlue tank is full?

Simply tip the solution into the car and when you're full, you're full! Most vehicles with AdBlue will have a gauge of how full the tank is buried somewhere in the car's infotainment. Keep searching until you find it, and you'll know how much AdBlue you need.

What can I use instead of AdBlue?

What should I know about using 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.

How much is AdBlue per litre at the pump?

AdBlue Price Per Litre

Our AdBlue prices start at as little as 48p per litre when purchasing our 1000L Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC), and range upwards if you're looking to purchase a smaller quantity of AdBlue, like our 5L Jerry Cans.

Can you buy AdBlue on fuel card?

The Fuelcard Company and AdBlue

You can pay for AdBlue using your fuel card. Simply fill up at the pump and pay using your The Fuelcard Company card as normal. Some cards, like the Shell CRT card, offer discounted, or even free, AdBlue in certain forecourts, so it's worth checking.

Do Tesco petrol stations sell AdBlue?

Redex Adblue 10L - Tesco Groceries.

How many miles will 10 Litres of AdBlue last?

According to GreenChem, a typical mid-sized diesel car will travel 1,000km (620 miles or so) on a single litre of AdBlue. Most AdBlue tanks hold around 10 litres or more, so you may find it won't need to be topped up until the next scheduled service.

How do I check my AdBlue level?

Checking AdBlue level

Open the Car status app in the app view. Press Status to show the AdBlue level.

How do I reset my AdBlue warning?

Fill the tank. Turn the ignition on, don't start the car. Leave ignition on for 30 seconds or so. Warning should clear.

Is all AdBlue the same?

Is all AdBlue® the same? Are there different types? While there are different names for AdBlue®, such as Bluedef, BlueTec and so forth, all mixes should contain the same solution of 32.5% urea and 67.5% de-ionised water.

Can you use Shell fuel card AdBlue?

The Shell CRT 2 (commercial road transport) Fuel Card is a single network card. It can be used to purchase diesel, petrol, top up lubricants, LPG, adblue and also for payment on the M6 Toll.

Can you get AdBlue on DCI fuel card?

What is a DCI Card and what are the benefits of having one? A fuel card is a payment card for diesel, petrol, Adblue and other fuel related costs.

Is AdBlue generic?

– 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.

Why is AdBlue so expensive?

The price fluctuations of AdBlue are due to the prices of the raw products which go into making the solution. AdBlue is made up of urea and water. There are no active Urea processing plants in the UK today which means demand for Urea can be a contributing factor to price.

How long does AdBlue last in Container?

How long does AdBlue® last? When kept in optimum condition (in a sealed container kept between -6°C and 25°C) AdBlue® can be stored for between 12 and 18 months. If stored in a vented container or above 25°C then the shelf-life may be around 6 months.

How long will AdBlue last?

A full tank of AdBlue should last between 6,000 and 7,000 miles, on average. 1 litre of Adblue lasts around 600 miles, but this can be affected by your driving style. The more fuel your vehicle uses, the more AdBlue it will consume as well.

Can diesel engines run without AdBlue?

Without AdBlue, most modern diesel engines will automatically de-rate and won't operate beyond moving the truck off the road.

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.

What happens if you use 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.

Is AdBlue made from pigs urine?

Is AdBlue® made from 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 is AdBlue needed?

Most cars will display a dashboard warning light when the AdBlue is starting to run low; this usually illuminates when there's around three litres of fluid left, giving you approximately 1200 miles to refill it.