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LAND ROVER ADBLUE AND DEF
LAND ROVER ADBLUE AND DEF

LAND ROVER DEF/ADBLUE®

EURO 6, DIESEL ENGINES AND SELECTIVE CATALYTIC REDUCTION: WHAT IS DEF, HOW TO REFILL AND FAQs
LAND ROVER DEF/ADBLUE®

WHAT IS DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID/AdBlue®

Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) also known as AdBlue®, is a non-toxic, colourless, odourless and non-flammable fluid. Stored in a dedicated tank in your car, it is injected into the exhaust system to clean exhaust gases. Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) technology is fitted to all Land Rover diesel vehicles from 2016 Model Year. It enables Land Rover to meet EU6 emissions legislation by reducing the levels of nitrogen oxide (NOx) emitted from the exhaust system by up to 90%. In addition to a new generation of catalytic converter, SCR Technology requires the use of DEF.

HOW WILL I KNOW IF MY DEF/AdBlue™ LEVELS ARE LOW?

The message centre displays a series of messages when the DEF level becomes low.

1. The first message states that the DEF level is at a level where a Top-Up is advised.

2. The second message is accompanied by an AMBER warning icon and states to refill the DEF tank.

3. The third message starts a countdown of the distance remaining until the DEF tank is empty, after which the vehicle will fail to start.

4. The final message is accompanied by a RED warning icon and is displayed when the distance remaining is zero and states that no further restarts will be possible until DEF is added to the tank.
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MAINTAINING DEF/AdBlue®

It is important that your Land Rover’ supply of DEF is maintained, as EU legislation means that you cannot start the engine without it. Your car’s message centre will give you advance warning when your DEF level is low and will alert you in plenty of time to book a refill.
For mid-service Top-Ups, we are now offering an AdBlue® refill RRP to manufacturers recommended fill-level, regardless of the amount required*. If you have purchased a Land Rover Service Plan you can get a free refill from your local Retailer. Please see terms below.
* Eligible on Land Rover vehicles only. Please contact your Retailer to book in advance to avoid disappointment.
MAINTAINING DEF/AdBlue®

HOW TO REFILL YOUR AdBlue® TANK

The AdBlue® reservoir filler cap is located under the bonnet on the right hand side. Please consult your manual for more information.
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ADBLUE® REFILL

For mid-service Top-Ups, we are now offering an AdBlue® refill to manufacturers recommended fill-level, regardless of the amount required*. If you have purchased a Land Rover Service Plan you can get a free refill from your local Retailer. Please see terms below.
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DPF - EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

Did you know that your daily driving habits could be having a negative effect on your Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)? Follow our simple guide to keep your engine performing at its peak, all year round.
DPF - EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

SERVICE PLANS

Thanks to our bespoke Service Plans designed specifically around you and your vehicle, keeping your Land Rover performing at its peak has never been simpler.
SERVICE PLANS

FAQs

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HOW DO I CHECK MY DEF/ AdBlue® LEVEL?
HOW OFTEN SHOULD I REFILL MY DEF/ AdBlue®?
WHAT HAPPENS IF I RUN OUT OF DEF/ AdBlue®?
CAN I REFILL THE DEF TANK MYSELF?
IS DEF/ AdBlue® HAZARDOUS?
HOW SHOULD I STORE DEF/ AdBlue®

WHAT IS EURO 6?

Euro 6 is a piece of European Legislation aimed at making cars more environmentally friendly by limiting their exhaust emissions. The legislation sets restrictions on how much nitrogen oxide (NOx) and hydrocarbon gases may be emitted per kilometre by a road vehicle.

Petrol and diesel cars are subject to different restrictions under the new Euro 6 legislation. For diesel cars, the permitted level of NOx emissions has been brought down to 80 mg/km (from 180 mg/km), while the permitted level of hydrocarbons emissions has been brought down to 170 mg/km (from 230 mg/km). The permitted level of NOx emissions for petrol cars remains at 60 mg/km, while the permitted level of hydrocarbons emissions remains at 100 mg/km.

Along with other car manufacturers, Land Rover is legally obligated to comply with these new regulations by the following dates:

From 1st January 2015, all newly introduced vehicles must meet Euro 6 standards. This includes any new models on the market, for example: Discovery Sport. Vehicles already on sale must comply with Euro 6 by 1st September 2015, but;
Individual vehicles already on sale that were built by, and dispatched from, the manufacturer before 1st June 2015 can continue to be sold until 1st September 2016. However, the manufacturer must apply for derogation in these instances.

For more information on AdBlue® please contact your local Land Rover Retailer or refer to your Owner’s Handbook.

*When the AdBlue™ level becomes low, a notification message displays in the message centre. Refill the AdBlue™ tank at the earliest opportunity. A Land Rover Retailer/Authorised Repairer can be contacted to arrange a full AdBlue™ refill.
If required, AdBlue™ can be topped up using non-drip refill bottles available from a Land Rover Retailer/Authorised Repairer. An average consumption of AdBlue™ is 800km (500 miles) /1 litre. However, consumption can vary greatly depending on your driving style, the weather and the condition of the road.


AdBlue™ is the registered trademark of the Verband der Automobilindustrie e. V. (VDA)