What should I do if I spill diesel exhaust fluid?
If DEF is spilled, contain the spilled liquid and absorb it with an inert, non-combustible absorbent material, such as sand. Shovel the material into a suitable container for disposal. Spills into a drain should be avoided. If spilled into a drain, flush thoroughly with water.
What happens if you have Def in your exhaust?
DEF is corrosive and, as you are about to see, causes severe damage to the fuel system. Early symptoms include hard starting, rough idle and smoking exhaust, and a DEF-contaminated engine may not start at all.
Where do you find the date code on diesel exhaust fluid?
All DEF packages will have a date code located somewhere on the product. The date code will allow you determine the date the DEF was made. 1 gallon containers will have a laser code imprinted on the bottle. 2.5 and 5 gallon containers have a small date code label applied to the bottle.
Can you use antifreeze in diesel exhaust fluid?
Any further blending or adjusting of the DEF mixture will impede its ability to perform correctly and may cause damage to the SCR components. Additives of any type are not approved for use in DEF today. If the ISO standards should change to allow antifreeze additives, Cummins Filtration will ensure our product continues to meet ISO requirements.
Can you reset the diesel ex fluid yourself?
Automotive Diagnostic Spe… Automotive Diagnostic Spe… Ex fluid said 75 miles till speed reduction to 65 mph. Put a jug in no reset, bought another jug put 1/2 in filled. Still on , now says 7 miles to speed … read more
How to clear exhaust fluid quality poor message?
After making repairs use the SI Document titled “Reductant Fluid Quality Test (With or without DTCs)” to evaluate and clear the Exhaust Fluid Quality Poor DIC message. If the Reductant Fluid Quality Test does not complete, or the Exhaust Fluid Quality Poor DIC message is difficult to clear, please follow the description and suggestions below.
How much Def fluid do I need to Reset my DIC?
Exhaust fluid was showing 22%, I got 3 gallons of def from dealer and added it and percentage did not reset. I seem to have miss placed the diesel supplement of my manual so thought I’d ask you guys here.
Why is diesel exhaust fluid stuck in my Silverado?
The warning light came on that the diesel exhaust fluid was low. I filled up he tank but I am still getting the … read more 2015 Silverado High Country 3500HD diesel. DEF Level stuck 2015 Silverado High Country 3500HD diesel. DEF Level stuck at 24%. Filled DEF tank, drove several days cross country, still stuck. Is there … read more