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VEHICLE SERVICE & MAINTENANCE
This message will display if Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) system issue detected is not serviced
during the allowed period. Your engine will not restart unless your vehicle is serviced by an
authorized dealer. If the level is not resolved, an additional warning appear whenever a certain
threshold is reached until it will no longer be possible to start the engine. When 200 km are
remaining before the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank is empty, a message will appear on the
instrument panel accompanied by a buzzer sound.
MESSAGE DESCRIPTION
Diesel Emissions Additive Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Fault Warning Messages:
Engine Will Not Restart Service Diesel
Exhaust Fluid (DEF) System See Dealer
Ÿ The display may take up to five seconds to update after adding 7.5 Liters or more of Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) to the Diesel
Exhaust Fluid (DEF) tank. If you have a fault related to the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) system, the display may not update to
the new level. See an authorized dealer for service.
Ÿ Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) freezes at temperatures lower than l2°F (-l1°C). If the car stands for a long time at this
temperature, refilling could be difficult. For this reason, it is advised to park the vehicle in a garage and / or heated
environment, and wait for the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) to return to liquid state before topping up.
Note
*The exact message on instrument cluster may vary.
VEHICLE SERVICE & MAINTENANCE
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) -
If Equipped
The vehicle is equipped with an Diesel Exhaust
Fluid (DEF) injection system and Selective
Catalytic Reduction to meet emission
standards. These two systems ensure
compliance with the diesel emissions
requirements; at the same time, they ensure
fuel-efficiency, handling, torque and power.
For messages and system warnings, refer to
the "Warning Lights And Messages" in the
"Getting To Know Your Instrument Panel"
section. Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is a very
stable product with a long shelf life. Stored at
temperatures LOWER than 90°F (32°C),it has
a shelf life of at least one year. For more
information on the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
liquid type, see the "Fluids and lubricants" in
the "Technical specifications" section.
NOTE:
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) freezes at
temperatures lower than 12°F (-11°C).
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Storage
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is considered a
very stable product with a long shelf life. If
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is kept in
temperatures between 10° and 90°F (-12° and
32°C), it will last a minimum of one year.
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is subject to
freezing at the lowest temperatures. For
example, may Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
freeze at temperatures at or below 12°F
(-11°C). The system has been designed to
operate in this environment.
NOTE:
When working with Diesel Exhaust Fluid
(DEF), it is important to know that:
Ÿ Any containers or parts that come into
contact with Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
must be Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
compatible (plastic or stainless steel).
Copper, brass, aluminum, iron or non-
stainless steel should be avoided as they
are subject to corrosion by Diesel Exhaust
Fluid (DEF).
Ÿ If is spilled, it Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
should be wiped up completely.
Consumption of the additive Diesel Exhaust
Fluid (DEF) depends on the condition of vehicle
use and is indicated by the Warning Light and /
or the message on the instrument panel.
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) freezes at
temperatures lower than 12°F (-11°C). If the
car stands for a long time at this temperature
refilling could be difficult. For this reason, it is
advised to park the vehicle in a garage and / or
heated environment and wait for the Diesel
Exhaust Fluid (DEF) to return to liquid state
before topping up.
Proceed as follows:
Ÿ Park the car on flat ground and stop the
engine by placing the ignition in the OFF
position.
Adding Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
Preliminary Conditions
1 2
1. Fuel Filler
2. Filler CapDiesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
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