Emission control with AdBlue1
The AdBlue fluid helps to clean exhaust gases from hazardous substances and this way reduces emissions of nitrous oxides. The technology is based on a separate tank being used beside the diesel tank where a certain amount of AdBlue is injected into the exhaust system to reduce the emissions of hazardous substances. AdBlue mostly consists of water (approx. 67.5% water and 32.5% urea2). It is specially developed for use in the car's combustion system (SCR system). AdBlue has its own tank in the car which is topped up via a separate filler pipe behind the fuel filler flap. The driver display shows the level of AdBlue and advises when it is soon time to refill.
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Checking and filling AdBlue
Check the AdBlue level regularly and top up if the message for low AdBlue level is shown in the driver display. The emissions system continuously monitors the level, quality and dosage of AdBlue. If a fault arises, a message is shown in the driver display. The Volvo workshop can fill AdBlue during a service of the car, but it is also possible to fill it yourself if necessary. Depending on driving style, outside temperature and the operating temperature of the system, filling must also be performed several times between service intervals. AdBlue is topped up in a separate filler pipe behind the fuel filler flap.
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Checking the AdBlue level
Open the app in the app view.
Tap on to show the AdBlue level.
Each cursor represents approx. 25 % of a full tank. When less than 25% of the tank remains, the remaining cursor changes colour to amber, and at less than 10% it turns red.
Filling
When the AdBlue level starts to become low, a symbol illuminates in the driver display and the message AdBlue level low is shown.
Open the blue cap for the smaller filler pipe intended for AdBlue.
Top up with AdBlue of the correct quality3. Fill slowly/in portions, in order to avoid air pockets.
Do not overfill the tank.
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Handling AdBlue
AdBlue consists primarily of water and is not flammable but should be handled with care since it can irritate the eyes and skin. Avoid inhaling vapour as well as contact with skin and eyes.
Adblue must be stored in tightly sealed original packaging at a temperature between -11 °C and 30 °C. The fluid must not be stored in direct sunlight. When it is cold outside, pay attention to the fact that the fluid freezes at -11 °C.