Wrong liquid filled! It is important to pay attention to this!

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Recently updated on July 7, 2022 at 03:18 am

The following article deals with the topic of "wrong liquids in the vehicle". And there are more ways to do this than you might think. Regardless of whether it is the classic with gasoline in the diesel vehicle or the rather unusual variant of engine oil in the washer fluid tank. Lack of concentration, distraction and even lack of technical expertise can be the cause of such a mishap. However, constantly changing vehicles, incorrectly labeled filler necks through to uniformly installed tuning covers on the washer fluid tank, the cover for the radiator antifreeze or the cover on the oil filler neck can encourage such mix-ups. So what is to be done?

Wrong liquid filled!

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• Engine oil filled in windshield washer system
• Coolant filled in windshield washer system
• Windshield cleaner filled in coolant tank
• Engine oil filled in coolant tank
• Antifreeze filled in instead of engine oil
• Window cleaner filled in instead of engine oil
• Regular petrol instead of super
• Diesel fueled instead of gasoline
• Refueled with petrol instead of diesel
• AdBlue in the diesel tank
• Incorrect fluid in the brake fluid reservoir
• Incorrect fluid filled in power steering

Engine oil filled in windshield washer system

If you accidentally put the engine oil in the hole where the fluid for the Windshield wiper system comes in, then you should be in Under no circumstances operate the windscreen washer system. Completely independent of the amount filled! A single drop can contaminate up to 1.000 liters of water and so it should be clear what a small sip in a maximum 5 liter container does. The tank and hoses need to be on after the contents sucked off was, in any case, thorough clean and maybe even replace it completely. This can best be judged by an appropriate person Specialist workshop.

It is definitely dangerous to drive with the oily mopping water when it rains. An oil film on the disc is extreme Obstructed view. And not just for them, but also for the vehicles behind them. Serious accidents can be the result. Was the car wash already actuated, then the entire system MUST be included Hoses, Pump and jet properly cleaned in the workshop. Various Malfunction such as the lighting up of the indicator for the washer fluid or a defect in the pump can occur. 

PS:Tiny amounts in the milliliter range can also be used not to ignore. The procedure is therefore identical. "back

Coolant filled in windshield washer system

What if you accidentally hit the Antifreeze in the windscreen washer system? What can you do? Simply spray the windscreen washer system empty or empty to let? Or continue to use the windscreen washer system as normal? Our answer: Empty, collect and to dispose! And that from one Specialist workshopthat can properly dispose of the contaminated liquid. After all, the radiator antifreeze pollutes the environment massively. In addition, the radiator antifreeze ensures extreme streaks on the disc.

With that he is also in view of the security for oneself and vehicles behind one totally unsuitable and extremely dangerous. And radiator antifreeze also works Paint from the vehicle! Basically, the procedure applies for all liquidsthat do not belong there but were accidentally added.

PS: Tiny amounts in the milliliter range can also be used not to ignore. The procedure is therefore identical. "back

Windshield cleaner filled in coolant tank

What if you accidentally Window cleaner in the Coolant tank has filled? What can you do? Just go on or empty to let? Will the alcohol-containing concentrate evaporate by itself? Yes and no! Certainly evaporates ein teil from that. Nevertheless, you should always have it changed. Modern coolants contain additives that Cavitation and Air pockets should prevent. Such air inclusions are created, for example by the water pump. Since the windshield cleaner is very likely to start to foam, it can be quick too Overheating come from the Coolant temperature gauge might not even appear.

Incidentally, the entire process of cleaning must be carried out in one Specialist workshop be made. After all, with regard to the environment, the mixed coolant can only be properly disposed of by a specialist company. Will the mishap after a short time already noticed is with higher damage usually not to be expected. Basically, the procedure applies for all liquidsthat do not belong there but were accidentally added.

PS: Tiny amounts in the milliliter range can also be used not to ignore. The procedure is therefore identical. "back

Engine oil filled in coolant tank

What if you can Engine oil in the Coolant tank and does not fill in the engine? What if you poured the oil in where the coolant should actually go? Then it applies first of all never start the engine insofar as you still notice the error, because Oil may clump and clog over time the lines! If you don't notice it until later, you should leave the vehicle immediately the abstell.

Tip: This is how you properly dispose of used oil!

If you haven't started the engine yet, there is a tow away and a complete Empty from the coolant circuit possibly still residue possible. But it should In any case take over a specialist workshop! The specialist workshop removes all hoses and cleans everything cooling system with a special solution.

After that, the workshop may change some hoses and seals and then fill up the correct amount Coolant back on. With a little luck, the vehicle and its cooling system have no harm whatsoever carried away. Also the complete expansion from the engine and the subsequent dismantling, including the laborious cleaning all components and attached attachments may under certain circumstances (depending on the vehicle) be necessary. Of course, depending on the manufacturer, this is sometimes extreme high costs to be expected. Often, however, these are still clearly visible under those of a completely new cooling system or maybe a new vehicle. In addition, the removal of the engine is relatively unlikely. Basically, the procedure applies for all liquidsthat do not belong there but were accidentally added.

PS: Tiny amounts in the milliliter range can "possibly" be ignored. Simply ask a specialist workshop for advice. "back

Antifreeze filled in instead of engine oil

What if you can ANTIFREEZE CONCENTRATE in the engine and not in the radiator? What if you poured the antifreeze in where the oil should go? Then it applies first of all never start the engine insofar as you still notice the error! If you don't notice it until later, you should turn off the engine immediately switch off. However, if the vehicle is already smoking blue, it is very likely that the engine has either been badly attacked or is already completely defective. But if the engine has not yet been started, it is a tow away and a complete the Ablasser from the oil and the radiator antifreeze, if necessary residue is possible.

Then the specialist workshop cleans the engine with a special solution (engine cleaner, engine block cleaner), possibly changes some seals and then refills the correct amount of engine oil. With a little luck the engine has no damage whatsoever carried away. Also the complete expansion from the engine and the subsequent dismantling, including the laborious cleaning all components and attached attachments may be necessary under certain circumstances. Of course, depending on the vehicle, this is sometimes extreme high costs to be expected. Often, however, these are still clearly visible under those from a new engine or perhaps a new vehicle. Basically, the procedure applies for all liquidsthat do not belong there but were accidentally added.

PS: Tiny amounts in the milliliter range can "possibly" be ignored. Simply ask a specialist workshop for advice. "back

Window cleaner filled in instead of engine oil

What happens if you put windscreen cleaner in the engine and not in the washer fluid tank? What if you poured the windshield cleaner into the place where the oil should actually go? Then it applies first of all never start the engine insofar as you still notice the error! If you don't notice it until later, you should turn off the engine immediately switch off. However, if the vehicle is already smoking blue, then there is a high probability that the engine has either been severely attacked or is already completely defective. But if you haven't started the engine yet, it's a tow away and a complete drain off the oil and the window cleaner possibly still possible without residue.

Then the specialist workshop cleans the engine with a special one Solution (Engine cleaner, engine block cleaner), possibly changing some seals and then adding the correct amount of engine oil. With a little luck, the engine will not have suffered any damage. Also the complete expansion from the engine and the subsequent dismantling, including the laborious cleaning all components and attached attachments may be necessary under certain circumstances. Of course, depending on the vehicle, this is sometimes extreme high costs to be expected. Often, however, these are still clearly visible under those from a new engine or perhaps a new vehicle. Basically, the procedure applies for all liquidsthat do not belong there but were accidentally added.

PS: Tiny amounts in the milliliter range can "possibly" be ignored. Simply ask a specialist workshop for advice. "back

Regular petrol instead of super or super + fueled

Became Normal fuel instead of using Super or Super +, then you can anyway careful go on. You should only drive under heavy loads avoid. Full throttle is of course part of it! You should as soon as possible Super or Super + refuel. In current engines with knock sensors, the engine management system intervenes in this case. Here are usually no problems whatsoever expected. In any case, pumping out from the tank or the fuel system is not necessary. The cleaning of various components is also not necessary. Incidentally, this also applies in principle to types of gasoline from the USA. 87, 89 and 92 octane are the norm. In Europe, however, more like 91, 95 and 98. In the USA, fuel doesn't kill the engine either. But it should not the rule and performance is not allowed with the wrong fuel recall.

PS: Tiny amounts in the milliliter range or a few liters can be "completely" ignored. Simply ask a specialist workshop for advice. "back

Diesel fueled instead of gasoline

Do you have your tank with you? Diesel instead of gasoline filled, action must be taken quickly. Otherwise, as in the reverse variant, there is a risk of major engine damage. Then it is called the tank immediately empty and under no circumstances start the engine. If the engine is already running, or are you already on the way, then immediately the anhalt and the engine the abstell. Otherwise there is a risk of massive malfunctions in the fuel system in the form of clogged filters, nozzles, control parts or valves. Often, depending on the manufacturer's instructions, not only the tank has to be cleaned, but also the complete fuel system. However, this type of misfuelling rarely occurs. Normally the diesel nozzle does not fit in the filler neck of gasoline vehicles. It might look different with a scooter, motorcycle or moped. In some cases, the fuel nozzle is quite suitable here. Basically, the procedure applies for all liquidsthat do not belong there but were accidentally added.

PS: Tiny amounts in the milliliter range can "possibly" be ignored. Simply ask a specialist workshop for advice. "back

Refueled with petrol instead of diesel

If you accidentally fill up the tank incorrectly and drive off, you risk major engine damage. Towing the vehicle, pumping it out, dispose of fuel and meticulously cleaning the injection system. This is the process! under no circumstances start the engine, if you have already done so, switch it off immediately. Incorrect refueling causes engine damage. Modern diesel engines rely on the lubrication of the diesel in the injection dependent (diesel is oil). If there is no lubrication from the accidentally added petrol, the injectors will be damaged and metal chips can even get into the engine compartment.

In newer models with a high-pressure fuel pump, it is sufficient if the fuel pump is running when the ignition is switched on. If you press z. B. in a current six-cylinder for a second the start button, you may have already caused a shockingly high damage of over 5.000 euros. You can stop the problem mechanically with a good one Misfuel protection. There is a particularly high risk for pump-nozzle engines or common rail engines. The bottom line is that it still helps best: Watch out! Basically, the procedure applies for all liquidsthat do not belong there but were accidentally added.

PS: Tiny amounts in the milliliter range can "possibly" be ignored. Simply ask a specialist workshop for advice. "back

AdBlue in the diesel tank

Is accidental AdBlue got into the diesel tank? Then you must act quickly. Did you notice the mistake while refueling? Then you have the refueling process stop immediately. Start on no way the engine. If necessary, push the car to one side. Then contact a specialist company or a specialist workshop. It definitely has to be the mixture from the tank professionally pumped out and disposed of will. It can also be that they add the tank system need to clean. Makes the mistake while driving noticeable? Stop and secure the area with a warning triangle.

Let them know Breakdown service. Depending on availability, the breakdown service may be able to get the fuel on site the abpump or at least accompany you to the nearest workshop. Don't get the idea mixed up with that Pump down vacuum cleaner at the gas station. Such specialists have already existed. Normally, greater damage is caused by AdBlue in the diesel tank during a short journey or when the engine has not even started not to be expected.

Wrong liquid in the AdBlue tank? Help available here!

PS: Tiny amounts in the milliliter range can "possibly" be ignored. Simply ask a specialist workshop for advice. "back

Incorrect fluid in the brake fluid reservoir

Washer fluid, servo oil, engine oil and the like filled in the brake fluid reservoir? There are no discussions here at all! The system set a link from your homepage to Fewo-von-Privat.de be completely emptied and that exclusively from one Specialist workshop. Work on the brake system should be carried out by a layperson, especially if he previously filled the container with the wrong liquids, on not be carried out under any circumstances. A total failure of the braking system can result. In no case should you still drive the vehicle. Especially when the braking system gets warm, the braking power could fail immediately.

Brake fluid is hygroscopic and draws water on. For this reason, the braking system must also professionally emptied. This is the only way to ensure that all wrong liquids have been meticulously removed and can no longer cause problems. Basically, the procedure applies for all liquidsthat do not belong there but were accidentally added.

PS: Tiny amounts in the milliliter range can also be used not to ignore. The procedure is therefore identical. "back

Incorrect fluid filled in power steering

What if you got the wrong liquid in the reservoir for the power steering oil? What if, for example Washer fluid is? Then you should in no case start the engine and also the steering not move! The system must be from a Specialist workshop ordnungsgemäßer emptied and the existing liquid must be disposed of in accordance with regulations. Has the vehicle already driven? Then switch off the engine immediately and in this case also the vehicle tow away to let. In any case, the complete system must be drained and all hoses and lines must be removed (as far as possible) and expertly getting cleaned.

Especially that Steering gear and the Power steering pump can be damaged. Of course, you also have to consider the steering can fail completely. It is therefore a serious security problem. But of course it makes a difference whether you Washer fluid or accidentally for example Engine oil has tipped in. Either way, however, the specifications of the liquid fit not to the steering system. An immediate defect is of course less likely when filling in engine oil than when using Washer fluid or maybe Antifreeze. Basically the procedure applies for all liquidsthat do not belong there but were accidentally added.

PS: Tiny amounts in the milliliter range can also be used not to ignore. The procedure is therefore identical. "back

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