Required diesel additive for all new trucks
I heard all new diesel engines require some kind of additive and that the manufacturers have to include some sort of gizmo that sprays it into the cylinders for compliance with the EPA. I'd like to kn...
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New Diesels Requiring fuel additive
What is the additive in new diesel trucks?
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is a non-hazardous solution, which is 32.5 percent urea and 67.5 percent de-ionized water. DEF is sprayed into the exhaust stream of diesel vehicles to break down dangerous NOx emissions into harmless nitrogen and water.
Mike
