Learn more about AdBlue®

AdBlue^®, also known as AUS 32 or DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid), is a liquid that aids in the conversion of harmful NOx molecules from untreated exhaust into harmless nitrogen and water; these transformed compounds are then released from the tailpipe as steam.

^*DOC (Diesel Oxidation Catalyst)

What happens if you run out of AdBlue^® in your Bobcat equipment?

When AdBlue^® levels are low, several alerts will warn the operator:

With less than 25% of AdBlue^® in the reservoir, the operator will see the first warning signal on the panel. (the reservoir level icon will turn from green to orange)
With less than 10% of AdBlue^®, the first level derate is applied, which means a 25% torque limit (the reservoir level icon will turn from orange to red).
With less than 2.5% of AdBlue^®, the second level derate is applied, with torque limited at 50% and engine speed limited to 60% of the rated speed (the reservoir level icon starts to flash).

A 10L AdBlue® top-up will get the machine back on track with full power and performance.

Kindly remind your customers of this and provide the AdBlue^® 10L or 20L as a solution when they are working in the field.

AdBlue^® is available to order through the Parts Portal.

Bobcat P/N	Bobcat P/N description
7526164A	ADBLUE^® 10L (with spout)
7526164B	ADBLUE^® 20L (without spout)
7526164C	ADBLUE^® 210L

Bobcat P/N

Bobcat P/N description

7526164A

ADBLUE® 10L (with spout)

7526164B

ADBLUE® 20L (without spout)

7526164C

ADBLUE® 210L

Storage Recommendations

AdBlue^® has a limited shelf-life ; it is recommendeded to store AdBlue^® in a covered dry area, out of direct sunlight and at a temperature between 5°C and 20°C. (Maximum temperature is 30°C).

Avoid AdBlue^® crystallization in the SCR System

When exhaust temperatures and exhaust gas flow rates are low, there is a risk of urea deposit formation in the exhaust system and catalyst. To minimize the risk of urea crystallization:

Avoid long-term storage of used machines without performing proper cleaning and purging of the urea system and its components. (Refer to your Operations Manual for additional information.)
Avoid frequent starts and stops, especially in low ambient temperatures.
Avoid running machines at low idle.