Topping up your AdBlue levels is relatively easy. Ford Transit Custom AdBlue tanks are easily accessible and are found just under the fuel cap. They have a blue cap, so you won’t confuse the two. The AdBlue tank can be filled up via a specialist pump at a petrol station, or directly from a bottle via a funnel or hose. AdBlue ® is stored in a separate tank which must be kept topped-up by the driver. Further information on AdBlue ® can be found below, or in your vehicle Owner’s Manual. Does my Vehicle Need AdBlue ®? AdBlue ® is only used for keeping diesel emissions as clean as possible. All new Ford diesel vehicles will require AdBlue ®. AdBlue® for Commercial Vehicles. If you have a commercial vehicle equipped with SCR technology with the standards Euro IV, V or Euro VI, you will need AdBlue. These cover the following vehicles: Commercial vehicles with SCR such as trucks, refuse trucks, fire engines, etc. Light-goods vehicles with SCR or “LGV” such as vans. It’s important to note that AdBlue will freeze below -10ºC, turning it slushy, but this does not impede performance or quality. If it’s going to be kept somewhere cold, ensure that you have an expandable container, as its volume. increases by 7% once it hits freezing. Although AdBlue naturally degrades over time, it can last up to one year. Not all car manufacturers use AdBlue technology. But chances are if you’ve got a diesel from Jaguar, Land Rover or any French or German manufacturer, and it was registered new after September 2015, it’ll use AdBlue. From the AA website. My 2014 Volkswagen didnt, but my 2020 one does. WiganLaticsFan. Depending on use, an AdBlue-equipped diesel passenger car will typically only need a 10-litre refill approximately every 10,000km. and therefore does not require AdBlue. The 1500 mile countdown implies that the system is losing track of the AdBlue level in the tank. This is directly measured so maybe there's an intermittent connection somewhere. If it's the actual level measurer, that's part of the tank and not available separately. Not using any AdBlue will have absolutely no effect on the DPF. Hello dodso!!! My November 2020 Ford Focus Ecoblue 1,5 lt with the 120hp has a blue cap next to diesel refuelling hole that writes 'ADBLUE' on it. Ford dealership told me that it has an autonomy of 7.500 km (4.660 miles) and it also has a virtual gauge on the info screen same as the analogic gauges for water temp and fuel tank. How much AdBlue do I need? The amount of AdBlue you need to use varies, depending on your vehicle, tank size and driving style. Generally, you need to use a litre of AdBlue for every 600 miles travelled by your vehicle. However, it can equally be the case that you need to use a litre of AdBlue every 350 miles — it all depends on the driver. How many litres does my car need? Because your engine needs AdBlue to run, our workshops can top up your AdBlue tank at every service. You can refill AdBlue yourself by referring to your handbook. However, please be aware that the liquid can stain clothing and may need special equipment to do so. All our retailers will be happy to refill for you. GEFMrE.