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Symbols and messages for AdBlue®

The emission control system continuously monitors the level, quality and dosage of AdBlue. If something is wrong, a message is shown in the driver display.
P5-1746-XC60-Adblue message in DIM
SymbolMessageSpecification
P5-1746-XC60-Adblue DIM soul symbol white
AdBlue level lowThe AdBlue level is low and the tank needs to be topped up.
P5-1746-XC60-Adblue DIM soul symbol white

AdBlue dosing

and

AdBlue quality

The system does not function as it should. Contact a workshop1 to check the function.
P5-1746-XC60-Adblue DIM soul symbol yellow
Refill AdBlueThe AdBlue level is critically low and the tank needs to be topped up immediately.
P5-1746-XC60-Adblue DIM soul symbol red

Engine start prohibit.

and e.g.: Fill a minimum of 4 litres of AdBlue

The car cannot be started before AdBlue has been filled. Fill with AdBlue to the amount specified in the driver display, or contact a workshop1.

Note that:
  • The car must be level for the level gauge to be able to correctly register the amount of AdBlue filled.
  • It can take up to 20 seconds after filling before the system has been updated with the correct level indication.
P5-1746-XC60-Adblue DIM soul symbol red

Engine start prohibited

Service of AdBlue system needed to allow restart

The system does not function as it should. Contact a workshop1 to check the function.
  1. 1An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.

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