How far can you go on DEF fluid?
You should get around 3000 miles per tank DEF. 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.
How much DEF is used per mile?
No matter how heavy the load, according to the OE manufacturer, the typical average light duty truck will consume 2-3 gallons of DEF per 800 miles. However, most new trucks with an average miles per gallon rating of 20+mpg will go roughly 8,000-10,000 miles on a tank full (10 gallons) of DPF.
How long does 5 gallons of DEF?
If you have a five-gallon DEF tank, DEF should be replaced every third or fourth time you fill up.
Can I use urine instead of DEF?
Diesel exhaust fluid requires de-ionized water, which is both de-ionized and de-mineralized. Therefor, both DEF and urine contain urea and water, but that does not mean the two are interchangeable, or that urine is somehow an adequate substitute for DEF. In short, the combination of urine and DEF is a very bad idea.
What can you use instead of DEF?
Registered. DEF is urea or otherwise known as aqueous ammonia. Windshield washer fluid that contains ammonia will do in a pinch. It contains less AA than needed but will get you to a town where you can get DEF.
What to do if you have Def in your diesel fuel system?
If you suspect you have DEF in your diesel’s fuel system, do not drive the vehicle and do not attempt to start the engine. Don’t even turn the key on, as this will energize the fuel system and could pump DEF-contaminated fuel into the rest of the fuel system.
How many miles does a DEF tank last?
According to the owner’s manual, a full DEF tank should last 6300 miles, but, as everyone knows by now, your mileage will vary.
Can a diesel pump fit in a DEF tank?
Thank God I don’t have Def on my truck yet but, I don’t believe a Diesel pump will fit in a def tank, its designed like that for a reason\… Some people remove the blue filler “bushing” from the DEF tank to aid filling making it possible to put a diesel nozzle in the DEF tank.
How much does it cost to repair a Def contaminated fuel system?
The recommend repair is to replace the entire fuel system, from tank to injectors. We’ve seen reports of Ford dealerships quoting between $12,000 and $20,000 to replace a DEF-contaminated fuel system.