What is AdBlue?
AdBlue is a urea solution that is 65% water. It is injected into the SCR catalytic converter via an AdBlue dosing module, thereby converting NOx (nitrogen oxides) into harmless nitrogen gas and water found in the air. In short, it helps neutralize the harmful gases emitted by diesel heavy vehicles (trucks, vans, and buses). AdBlue is an environmentally friendly product.
AdBlue is a portable liquid and does not harm the environment. However, because it is a corrosive liquid, it requires specific materials for transportation and use.
In Europe, AdBlue has been mandatory since 2006 with licenses renewed annually. Four liters of AdBlue are required for every 100 liters of diesel fuel. If the AdBlue runs out in a vehicle, the engine power is reduced to a minimum level. Vehicles that continue driving in this condition experience serious malfunctions, and repairing these malfunctions results in very high costs.
What is AdBlue Cancellation?
In vehicles that use AdBlue, the AdBlue system can be disabled using an AdBlue Cancellation Emulator, allowing the vehicle to run solely on diesel. This process is very easy to implement; it's either plug-and-play or requires installation into the vehicle's Can-Bus module. Because the AdBlue Cancellation Emulator programmatically stops the vehicle's AdBlue fluid usage, it does not cause any power loss.
The AdBlue Cancellation Emulator software is designed to be compatible with each vehicle's own ECU software, therefore it does not cause any errors, warning lights, or software malfunctions on the vehicle's dashboard or diagnostic systems. Because the AdBlue Cancellation Emulator operates independently of other electronic components in the vehicle, it does not damage any other electronic systems.
Why Use an AdBlue Cancellation Emulator?
AdBlue fluid is not mandatory in every country. Therefore, AdBlue fluid is not sold in countries where it is not mandatory. International transport companies use AdBlue cancellation emulators when their vehicles travel to these countries to prevent a decrease in traction and subsequent damage to their vehicles.
Additionally, AdBlue fluid freezes at -11 degrees Celsius. Therefore, AdBlue tanks utilize heating systems similar to glow plugs. This entire system is called an SCR (selective catalytic converter) system. Mechanics have found that this system frequently fails in vehicles where it is used intensively. In such cases, the AdBlue system must be temporarily deactivated before the vehicle can be taken to a workshop.