What is Audi AdBlue?

AdBlue® is a non-toxic, non-flammable, odourless and biodegradable reducing agent that helps make cars cleaner and more efficient which in turn lowers the levels of harmful exhaust emissions that are released.

How often do you fill up AdBlue?

Typical consumption is around a litre of AdBlue every 600 miles. But it could be as high as a litre every 350 miles. Tank size varies too, so you could need to refill somewhere between 3,000 and 12,000 miles depending on the car and your driving style.

Where can I buy AdBlue for Audi?

Buy it: Purchase AdBlue® from an authorized Audi dealer, or buy ISO 22241 specification diesel exhaust fluid available at most auto parts stores and diesel service stations. Refill the tank: The illustrations at the right show the location of the AdBlue® fill port.

Can I refill 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. Never top up with a pump for heavy goods vehicles.

How much AdBlue do I put in my Audi?

You must add at least 4 litres of AdBlue® to the special tank to restart your Audi.

How much AdBlue should I add?

It is difficult to say exactly how much AbBlue® your car needs as models differ, but usage generally equates to around 1 litre per 350 to 600 miles. AdBlue® use is also usually around 3 to 6% of diesel consumption. The amount your car needs is dependent on engine size, driving style and the size of the AbBlue® tank.

Do all Audis use AdBlue?

Which cars need AdBlue? Many diesel cars registered after September 2015 use AdBlue to reduce emissions. In general, if you own a Euro 6-compliant diesel Audi, BMW, Citroën, Jaguar, Land Rover, Mercedes-Benz or Peugeot, it’s likely to use AdBlue technology.

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 happens if you run out of AdBlue?

What happens if your car 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 ‘limp home’ mode to limit its emissions and once the engine has stopped, it won’t re-start until the AdBlue tank is refilled.

Can you overfill an AdBlue tank?

Do not overfill the AdBlue reservoir. On some cars, the AdBlue pump and circuitry are located on top of the tank, so overfilling risks moisture contamination that can damage the circuits.

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.

Where to find the Audi A5 AdBlue refill kit?

The filler cap of the AdBlue tank is next to the filler cap of the diesel tank. To refill your tank, use your Adblue refill kit (available at amazon) or fill up with pumps especially made for light vehicles. Where to find the Audi A5’s Adblue-Tank?

What do you need to know about Audi AdBlue?

Several Audi models use AdBlue ® to transform nitrogen oxides into nitrogen and steam, which are both harmless to the environment. The Audi models that use this product give drivers three levels of warnings that the time has come to top up with AdBlue ®.

Where is the AdBlue tank filler on an Audi A4 Avant?

The Adblue tank filler of your Audi A4 Avant is in the fuel filler compartment next to the diesel filler cap. The capacity of your Audi A4 Avant’s A tank is 12 Liters and should be sufficient for 6.250 miles according to the car manufacturer.

Where is the AdBlue cap located on an Audi?

In Audis, the AdBlue filler cap is located next to the Diesel filler cap. This is easy to locate – However it is removed differently for car model variations. Many cars have a simple twist mechanism that’s identical to the fuel filler cap.