Reduce or switch off AdBlue?

Recently updated on September 29, 2023 at 07:56 am

[Update: 18.09.2023] This post was updatedto take more recent information into account. From a technical point of view, it is possible to use AdBlue for cars, commercial vehicles and trucks switch off zu deactivate or consumption too to reduce. This is usually done via a Software, but if necessary also by installing a special one module. Based on the vehicle type, various car workshops & tuners have the opportunity to do this AdBlue system completely switch off or as you wish to reduce. If the AdBlue pump in a vehicle is defective or the heating element in the tank has failed, that's it Disabling AdBlue a cost-effective solution compared to replacing entire components. The activation of the AdBlue module is mostly in the software of the engine control unit disabled. If the intervention is successful, the vehicle drives at full power and without restrictions even without the AdBlue system. In addition, there is no longer any entry in the error memory!

Disadvantages of AdBlue

• When the AdBlue tank is empty, the engine can no longer be started.
• The sometimes high costs for refueling.
• The freezing point is only -11 degrees Celsius (12,2 °F).
  
• The clogging of the injectors etc. possible.
• Decomposition begins at around 60 degrees Celsius.
• The high susceptibility to failure ensures workshop visits.
• Higher fuel consumption as the system requires electricity.
• The user is working with a highly corrosive liquid.
• Very high dust loading for the catalyst.

NOTICE: The deactivation of the AdBlue module (AdBlue OFF) is within the scope of the StVZO not permitted. Therefore, such a change should only be made on export vehicles, for tuning purposes outside of the StVZO. or used on private property. The general operating permit for the vehicle expires as a result of the change and insurance cover can also be lost.

Advantages of AdBlue deactivation!

• No costs for AdBlue refueling.
• Any additional costs for workshop visits due to high susceptibility to failure are eliminated.
• If the AdBlue tank is empty, the vehicle starts normally.

the AdBlue module

Regardless of how much AdBlue is in the tank, a technically high quality AdBlue off module sure that approx. 75% is always shown on the display in the instrument cluster, even if the AdBlue tank is empty. The AdBlue tank no longer needs to be refilled. The AdBlue-Off module is in constant communication with the vehicle's AdBlue computer in order to always transmit the correct data. Because of this it comes to not applicable malfunction and no defect. So that no further disturbances occur, the NOX sensor simulated. Does a vehicle have an AdBlue fault (regardless of whether it is a car, commercial vehicle, truck or tractor), then one of these will help AdBlue off moduleto fix the problem.

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Determine AdBlue consumption yourself!

The original can be replaced by a fuse or relay AdBlue system substitute. If you remove the fuse/relay, the vehicle switches back to normal AdBlue operation. Switching to the AdBlue-Off module takes about a minute, depending on the provider. And depending on the provider, it is also possible to make operation easier, for example with a special switch. Depending on the vehicle, the tuner only needs the engine control unit to remove the AdBlue module, or the flash file from the engine control unit.

Deactivate AdBlue / SCR (AdBlue OFF | SCR OFF)

In order to be able to comply with the high emissions regulations (to reduce nitrogen oxides), vehicles with the Euro 6 emissions standard (from September 1, 2015) must fill up with urea AdBlue. AdBlue is a mix of urea (about 35%) and distilled water. The principle of the function of the complete system is based on a chemical reaction. Namely from the selective, catalytic reduction. This converts harmful nitrogen oxides into nitrogen and water vapour. The SCR catalytic converter injects the AdBlue and the process is controlled by various SCR sensors. Unfortunately, depending on the manufacturer, this system is extremely sensitive and prone to failure!

Modified engine control software can be made invisible

Depending on the provider, it is even possible that the software adaptation of the CVN (stands for Calibration Verification Number / calibration test number) with a change such as EGR OFF, DPF OFF, NOx OFF, ADBLUE OFF or a map optimization invisible is made. In many cases, the manufacturers, the testing organizations (TÜV, Dekra, KüS, Gtü etc.) use special devices to check the engine control software for various manipulations. If the software has been changed, this is evident from the faulty CVN. With a CVN fix / patch, however, the changes in the software are invisible to the readout systems. To do this, the CVN (calibration test number) of the original software is integrated into the modified software.

Symptoms & Control Units

It usually starts with a message in the instrument cluster "please refill AdBlue - no engine start in 1500 km". The information can no longer be ignored after the third time at the latest, as from then on the engine goes into emergency operation and the vehicle only drives with greatly reduced performance. The vehicle can no longer be started if the AdBlue tank is completely empty or the sensors are defective. Common control devices for deactivation are:

• Bosch: EDC7x; EDC17x; MED17.9.7; DCU15; DCU17H01; MD1CS006; MD1CS003; MD1CS101; MD1CP001; MD1CP004; MD1CP014; MD1CE101; DCU17HD01; MD1CS001; MD1CP002; MD1CS003
• Caterpillar: ADEM4; ADEM5
• Continental: ACMMCM; CM2250; CM2350A
• Cummins: CM2150E; CM2220; CM2250; CM2350
• Delphi: Delphi DCM6.2; Delphi DCM7.1; Delphi CRD3x; DCMI; ETC3
• Dense: R2AX; SH7055; SH7058; SH72546; SH725x
• Delco: E87; E98
• DAF: PC3; PC4
• Motorola: CM850; EMSS6; EMSS8
• Scania: EMS S8
• Siemens: SID310; SID209; SID211; SID913
• Temic: ACMMCM; Temic
• TRW: EMS2; EMS2.3; EMS2.3ACM
• 5085M, 5100M, 5115M
• 6110R, 6120R, 6130R, 6135R, 6145R, 6155R, 6175R, 6195R, 6215R, 6230R
• 7210R, 7230R, 7250R, 7270R, 7290R, 7310R
• W235, W330 PTC, W440, W440, W650, W660
• S650, S660, S670, S680, S690, S770, S780, 
• 8245R, 8270R, 8295R, 8320R, 8345R, 8370R, 8320RT, 8400R
• 9370R, 9370RT, 9420R, 6420RT, 9470R, 9470RT, 9520R, 9520RT
• T550, T560, T660, T670, 
• R4030, R4038, R4045
• 544K, 550K, 700K
• 1270G, 1470G
• 648L, 748L, 848L
• CP690
• 8100, 8200, 8300, 8400, 8500, 8600, 
• R4023, R4030, R4040i
• and many more

Common brands for AdBlue-Off!

The Deactivate AdBlue is for car brands such as Audi, Bentley, BMW, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Citroën, Dacia, Dodge, Ferrari, Fiat, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Jaguar, Jeep, Kia, Lamborghini, Lancia, Land Rover, Maserati, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Mini, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Opel, Peugeot, Porsche, Renault, Saab, Seat, Skoda, Suzuki, Toyota, Volkswagen or Volvo.

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