CAUTION!
• To avoid DEF spillage and overfilling, do not “top off” the DEF tank after filling.
• When DEF is spilled, clean the area immediately with water or a mild solvent.
• DO NOT OVERFILL. DEF will freeze below 12 degrees F (-11 degrees C). The
DEF system is designed to work in temperatures below the DEF freezing point,
however, if the tank is overfilled and freezes, the system could be damaged.
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Messages
• First low level warning will be given at around 500 miles (804 km), which is
determined by current consumption rate. DEF Low level lamp icon and display
message for refill will be displayed at dashboard. DEF Low level Lamp will stay on
until a DEF refill is detected (minimum 1 gallon [3.7 liters]).
• To correct this condition it will be necessary to fully refill the DEF tank.
• If refill is not performed, a second low level warning will be given about 200
(321 km) miles are left to empty the DEF Tank.
• Display message of speed limitation with DEF Low Level lamp will be there on
dashboard.
• The driver will be also be informed about the speed restriction when approximately
150 and 125 miles (241 and 201 km) are left to empty the DEF Tank.
• When 100 miles (160 km) are left to empty the DEF Tank, a continuous message
display with chimes will be there on dashboard.
• When count down is over (0 miles left), continuous message “Speed limited at
refuel or next engine start” is shown on EVIC. In this case if an engine restart or
a diesel refuel action in engine-on condition is performed, vehicle’s speed will be
limited to 5 mph (8 km/h) and continuous message “Speed limited DEF low” is
shown on EVIC.
• The restriction becomes inactive as soon as the DEF refill event is detected
(minimum quantity to be added is 1 gallon [3.7 liters]).
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