Reagent tank

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Reagent tank

Introduction

WARNING
The reagent must not come into contact with eyes or skin. If it does, wash the affected area with plenty of cold water. If necessary, consult a doctor.
WARNING
No work whatsoever is permitted on any part of the system. To prevent damage, only qualified personnel from our network may work on the system.
WARNING
If the "XXX MILES (KM) lockout fille AdBlue" message appears, fill the reagent tank and refer to the filling instructions.
Risk of immobilisation of the vehicle.
WARNING
Fuel filler cap: this is a specific type.
If you have to replace it, make sure it is identical to the original cap. Contact an approved Dealer. Do not wash the filler area with a high pressure washer.
Please ensure that you comply with the legislation of your country.
It is important to remember that failure to respect regulations in force could lead to legal action being taken against the vehicle owner.

Operating principle

The reagent is intended for Diesel engines fitted with the SCR (selective catalytic reduction) system. Using the reagent reduces the quantity of nitrogen oxides in exhaust gases.
Consumption in real time depends on vehicle usage conditions, the equipment fitted and the user's driving style.

Reagent quality

Use only reagents which comply with the ISO 22241 standard and in accordance with the mark on the tank filler cap.

Topping up

Useable capacity of the tank: between approximately 4.84 gal and 5.5 gal (22 litres and 25 litres) (depending on the vehicle).
With the ignition off, open the front left-hand door to open the flap A. Loosen the cap 1.
Note: ammonium hydroxide vapour may escape from the cap opening when the tank temperature is high.
Tip
To fill up with reagent, the engine must be stopped (not just on standby in the case of vehicles with the Stop and Start function). You must switch off the ignition STARTING, STOPPING THE ENGINE, STOP AND START FUNCTION.

Precautions for use

The tank can be filled at the pump. In other cases, it is essential to read the information shown on the reagent container (e.g. the can or bottle).
When filling, handle the reagent with care as it can damage clothes, shoes, the bodywork, etc.
If the reagent overflows, or contaminates any paintwork, clean the affected area quickly with plenty of cold water and a soft cloth.
Note: if the reagent fluid crystallises, use a soft sponge.
In extreme cold weather conditions
In frosty weather conditions, the reagent tank should be refilled as soon as the warning light and the "TOP UP AdBlue before 1200 km" message appear on the instrument panel.

Special cases

The reagent fluid freezes below approximately -10°C.
If it is necessary to top up or fill the reagent ( on):
  • park the vehicle in a warmer area (temperature above approximately -10°C);
  • do not attempt to fill while the fluid is frozen;
  • wait for the reagent to return to its liquid state (approximately eight hours);
  • top up or fill with reagent.
Note: if it is not possible to apply the procedure, have an accredited professional top up or refill the reagent fluid.
When the vehicle is travelling in temperatures below approximately -20°C, the and warning lights appear on the instrument panel accompanied by the "Check injection" message. This is not necessarily a fault but related to the freezing of the fluid. Under these conditions, follow the instructions mentioned above. Do not top up the fluid and restart the vehicle after the reagent has returned to its liquid state.
If the warning lights and message continue to appear, there is another cause. Contact your approved Dealer as soon as possible.
Tip
After filling the reagent tank, check that the cap and cover are closed, start the engine and WAIT 10 seconds with the vehicle stationary, engine on, before setting off again.
If this operation is not carried out, the filling of the tank will not be taken into account automatically until after several dozens of minutes of driving.
The "Fill AdBlue" message and/or the warning lights will continue to appear until the filling has been registered by the system.

Maintenance/Range

The information displayed on the instrument panel may be accompanied by a beep.
Indicator lightsMessagesWhat to do?
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« Top Up AdBlue before 2400 km »
When the message is displayed when the ignition is switched on, you have less than 1,488 miles (2,400 km) range.
Refill, or have an Approved Dealer refill the reagent in the tank.
appears.
« TOP UP AdBlue before 1200 km »
When the message is displayed when the ignition is switched on, you have between 744 miles (1,200 km) and 496 miles (800 km) range.
Refill, or have an Approved Dealer refill the reagent in the tank.
appears.
"XXX MILES (XXX KM) lockout fill AdBlue"
The message is displayed when the ignition is switched on and is repeated:
- approximately every 62 miles (100 km), you have a range of between about 496 miles (800 km) and 124 miles (200 km);
- approximately every 31 miles (50 km), you have less than 124 miles (200 km) range.
In any event, fill or have an Approved Dealer fill the reagent tank as soon as possible.
flashes or comes on, depending on the vehicle.
"0 MILES (0 KM) lockout fill AdBlue"
The engine will not start.
To restart, you must fill the reagent tank yourself.

System faults

When the indicator lights light up, this may be accompanied by a beep.
Indicator lightsMessagesWhat to do?
and illuminate.
« Check Anti- Pollution System »
« AdBlue quality to check »
« AdBlue injection to check »
Indicates a fault in the system. Contact your approved Dealer as soon as possible.
and illuminate.
"XXX MILES (XXX KM) lockout emission control"
Indicates a system fault and that less than 621 miles (1,000 km) remains, or, depending on the vehicle, less than 497 miles (800 km) remains until it is no longer possible to restart the vehicle.
These warnings are repeated:
  • every 62 miles (100 km) until between approximately 621 miles (1,000 km) and 124 miles (200 km) remains or, depending on the vehicle, between 497 miles (800 km) and 124 miles (200 km) remains until it is no longer possible to restart the vehicle;
  • Every 31 miles (50 km) when there is less than 124 miles (200 km) left before the vehicle cannot be restarted.
Contact your approved Dealer as soon as possible.
and illuminate.
"0 MILES (0 KM) lockout emission control"
Indicates that after the ignition is switched off the vehicle will not restart. Call an approved dealer.