2022 XC60 Volvo AdBlue
Handling AdBlue®
Registered trademark that belongs to Ver-band der Automobilindustrie e.V. (VDA)
AdBlue consists primarily of water (approx. 67.5% water and 32.5% urea). The fluid is not flammable but should be handled with care since it can irritate the eyes and skin.
Points to remember when handling
Avoid inhaling vapour as well as contact with skin and eyes. Preferably use gloves that prevent irritation to sensitive skin when handling the fluid.
Warning
Action for first aid:
- For inhalation – get fresh air.
- For skin contact – wash the skin with soap and water.
- For contact with the eyes – rinse immediately with a lot of water.
- For ingestion – rinse the mouth thoroughly. Do not induce vomiting.
Seek medical attention if the discomfort remains or if a large quantity has been ingested.
Action in the event of a spill
AdBlue spilled on the ground, the car or painted surfaces must be rinsed thoroughly with water. Avoid releasing into the drainage system.
Storage
AdBlue must be stored in tightly sealing original packaging at a temperature above -11 °C (12 °F) and below 30 °C (86 °F). The fluid must not be stored in direct sunlight.
AdBlue freezes at -11 °C (12 °F) but can be used again when the solution has thawed.
Checking and filling with AdBlue®
Check the AdBlue level regularly and top up if the message for low AdBlue level is shown in the driver display.
The AdBlue consumption is dependent on driving style, if the AdBlue tank is allowed to drain completely then it will no longer be possible to start the car.
Note
Never run the AdBlue tank dry. Fill the tank in good time before it is empty.
If the tank is run dry, it will not be possible to start the engine after it is switched off – not the regular way or using aids.
The only way to be able to restart after driving the tank empty is to refill AdBlue of specified quality, with the minimum being the quantity shown in the driver display.
Checking AdBlue level
- Press
in the centre display. - Press Car status.
- Press Oil and AdBlue.
The colour of the cursor changes from green to orange when less than 25% of the tank remains available, and changes to red when less than 10% remains.
Filling with AdBlue
When the AdBlue level starts to become low, a symbol illuminates in the driver display and the Refill AdBlue well in advance No restart after %1 %2 message is shown.
- Do not overfill the tank.
- Use AdBlue of the correct quality
- Open the fuel filler flap with a gentle press on the rear of the flap.
- Open the blue cover for the smaller filler pipe intended for AdBlue.
Fill slowly/in portions, in order to avoid air pockets.
Warning
When filling from the AdBlue pump at a filling station, it is advisable to use the pump adapted for passenger cars. The AdBlue pump for heavy vehicles can also be used.
Important
Wipe away any spilled AdBlue.
Exercise caution to prevent AdBlue from coming into contact with the car’s paintwork. If it does, rinse with plenty of water since the fluid can affect the paintwork.
Symbols and messages for AdBlue®
Registered trademark that belongs to Ver-band der Automobilindustrie e.V. (VDA)
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.
An orange symbol is illuminated in the driver display when a problem needs to be rectified using AdBlue.
The AdBlue system gives a warning in different stages
When the AdBlue level starts to become low, or when service is required, the system gives a warning in different stages. A second symbol illuminates in combination with the orange symbol, see table below.
| Symbol | Message | Specification |
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Refill AdBlue well in advance No restart after %1 %2 | The AdBlue level is low and the tank needs to be topped up.
“%1 %2” is replaced by the relevant distance and unit in the driver display. |
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Refill AdBlue Level low No restart after %1 %2 | The AdBlue level is very low and the tank needs to be topped up.
“%1 %2” is replaced by the relevant distance and unit in the driver display. |
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Refill AdBlue See Owner’s manual No restart after %1 %2 | The AdBlue level is critically low and the tank needs to be filled immediately in order to avoid start of the car being prevented.
The symbol remains illuminated until a sufficient amount of AdBlue has been filled. “%1 %2” is replaced by the relevant distance and unit in the driver display. |
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AdBlue dosing No restart after %1 %2 Service required
or AdBlue quality No restart after %1 %2 Service required |
The system does not function as it should.
It will not be possible to start the car after the distance indicated in the driver display. Contact a workshop to check the function. The symbol remains illuminated until service has been carried out. “%1 %2” is replaced by the relevant distance and unit in the driver display. |
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Refill min %1$.1f %2$s of AdBlue to allow restart | Starting the car is prevented until AdBlue has been filled.
Park the car as level and horizontal as possible so that the car can detect the AdBlue level. Fill with the amount specified in the driver display, or contact a workshop. “%1$.1f %2$s” is replaced by the relevant quantity and unit in the driver display. |
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Service of AdBlue system needed to allow restart | System not working as intended, contact a workshop to check the function.
It is not possible to start the car before the service has been completed. |
Note
- The car must be level for the level gauge to be able to correctly register the amount of AdBlue filled.
- After filling with AdBlue, follow the instructions regarding empty tank and diesel engine when starting the car.