Mazda CX-5 2017 - Diesel Exhaust Fluid; Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Handling

Diesel Exhaust Fluid
(DEF) (SKYACTIV-D 2.2)
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Handling
CAUTION
If DEF gets in your mouth, wash your
mouth with a large amount of water
immediately and seek medical attention.
If DEF is mistakenly swallowed, drink one
to two cups of water immediately and
seek medical attention.
If DEF gets in your eyes, rinse them with
running water immediately and seek
medical attention.
Do not use DEF when two years have
elapsed from the production date
indicated on the container or the use
period has expired. If DEF with an expired
use period is used, the Selective Catalytic
Reduction (SCR) System may not operate
normally.
Do not store DEF in the vehicle. DEF may
deteriorate or the interior may be
damaged due to uid leakage from the
container.
If DEF gets on the painted surface or the
interior, wash it o with water or wipe it
o with a wet cloth immediately.
Otherwise, it may damage the painted
surface or the interior.
If DEF crystals form on the painted
surface or the interior, wipe them
o
with
a wet cloth. Otherwise, it may damage
the painted surface or the interior.
Store DEF in a place out of the reach of
children.
Do not put DEF into a
dierent
container.
There may be foreign matter in the
container. If DEF containing foreign
matter is used, it could cause a problem
with the SCR system. In addition,
changing containers is dangerous
because it increases the risk of accidental
ingestion.
NOTE
•
DEF is a colorless, transparent,
odorless, and nonpoisonous solution
(urea: 32.5 %, aqueous solution
(AUS32)).
•
Store DEF in a cool, dark place.
•
DEF freezes at –11 °C (12 °F), however,
when the temperature increases, the
DEF returns to its original condition.
•
When opening the container, there may
be a smell of ammonia. Open the
container in a well-ventilated area.
•
If DEF gets on your hands, wash them
with running water immediately.
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Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
Replenishment
CAUTION
Use a Mazda genuine product or a
product conforming to ISO22241-1 for
DEF. If incompatible DEF is used, the
Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR)
system may not operate normally. For
the recommended DEF, consult the
nearest Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Do not dilute the DEF with water. If
diluted DEF is used, it could cause a
problem with the SCR system or damage
it.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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