Can I refill AdBlue myself?
AdBlue is available to buy in most garages, petrol stations and supermarkets and topping it up is a fairly easy & straightforward process. All AdBlue products meet specific standards, so it is essential that you do not use any other products as they could damage your vehicles SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) system resulting in expensive repairs and warranty violations.
Can I use water instead of AdBlue?
Even before engine damage occurs, using water instead of AdBlue® will also increase fuel consumption and cause your vehicle to break emissions reduction rules. As such, if you do mistakenly use water instead of AdBlue®, do not start your engine and contact a professional. Running out of AdBlue may trigger a reduction in engine power and efficiency, affecting the overall performance of the vehicle. Warning Indicators and Reduced Speed: Most vehicles with AdBlue systems are designed to display warning indicators when the fluid level is low.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 is running low.No, the engine will not be damaged if you run out of AdBlue™. You can proceed to the next AdBlue™ distribution point or use your emergency supply at the next safe stop if you have this on board. However, engine performance could be affected until you fill up.Adblue is not physically required to run an engine, but running an engine without it will cause the vehicle emissions to exceed what’s legally permitted, so the vehicles are programmed to refuse to start if it runs out. Some will restrict performance if the adblue runs low, again to reduce emissions.
Can you use water instead of AdBlue?
Even before engine damage occurs, using water instead of AdBlue® will also increase fuel consumption and cause your vehicle to break emissions reduction rules. As such, if you do mistakenly use water instead of AdBlue®, do not start your engine and contact a professional. You find AdBlue in all modern diesel engines on British roads. AdBlue is a mixture of 32. Your VW injects it into the exhaust system. The AdBlue reacts with harmful nitrogen oxides (NOx) in the exhaust gases, breaking them down into harmless nitrogen and water vapour.