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So before my Q5 TDI comes in the end of March, I got curious about the AdBlue service (I am new to TDI). I called my local Audi dealer (service section) and asked what do they charge for the Adblue service? Expecting a $60 or so dollars reply; nope, the reply...$220!!!!!!! This seems like a very cheap fluid that I can do myself but from what I understand, I need something to reset the computer?
Anyone doing the Adblue themselves without any issues? Any tips? I understand it's an Audi and all, but this seems like a $50 job at the most...why $220?!
Anyone doing the Adblue themselves without any issues? Any tips? I understand it's an Audi and all, but this seems like a $50 job at the most...why $220?!
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If you have Audi Care, it should be included. The dealer topped off the Ad Blue at my 5K service and I expect they will continue to do the same at each subsequent service interval.
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They filled mine at the 5K service and I have about 7800 miles on it. Just bought a gallon of the stuff at the local NAPA store, Blue DEF. After filling I'll reset the computer with my VAG-COM Ross-Tech cable.
Having the VAG-COM is priceless if you have VW Audi vehicles...
Having the VAG-COM is priceless if you have VW Audi vehicles...
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I have AudiCare but I keep my Audi's way after AudiCare so I got curious how much that would cost to do afterwards.
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I heard about that and will need to get it since I will have my Q5 TDI well after AudiCare is done. Is it simple to use to reset computer?
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Here you have everything explained DPF and AdBlue FAQ
http://www.myturbodiesel.com/1000q/v...pf-audi-q7.htm
http://www.audi.com/com/brand/en/mod...an_diesel.html
http://microsites.audiusa.com/ngw/13...e-Brochure.pdf
http://www.myturbodiesel.com/1000q/v...pf-audi-q7.htm
http://www.audi.com/com/brand/en/mod...an_diesel.html
http://microsites.audiusa.com/ngw/13...e-Brochure.pdf
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I'm not sure for the Q5, but it works on some models VW and Audi with AdBlue: fill AdBlue tank to top, insert the key in the ignition and turn it on without applying the brake so that the engine does not start. Wait 30 seconds ( maybe one minute ) This resets the AdBlue level sensor.
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Here you have everything explained DPF and AdBlue FAQ
http://www.myturbodiesel.com/1000q/v...pf-audi-q7.htm
http://www.audi.com/com/brand/en/mod...an_diesel.html
http://microsites.audiusa.com/ngw/13...e-Brochure.pdf
http://www.myturbodiesel.com/1000q/v...pf-audi-q7.htm
http://www.audi.com/com/brand/en/mod...an_diesel.html
http://microsites.audiusa.com/ngw/13...e-Brochure.pdf
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Adblue fluid is all the same. For my 335d, the BMW dealer charges $16 for a half gallon. I paid $16 at autozone for a 2.5 gallon container. Poured it in, works just fine. Same works for Audi, MB, VW & new trucks.
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So before my Q5 TDI comes in the end of March, I got curious about the AdBlue service (I am new to TDI). I called my local Audi dealer (service section) and asked what do they charge for the Adblue service? Expecting a $60 or so dollars reply; nope, the reply...$220!!!!!!! This seems like a very cheap fluid that I can do myself but from what I understand, I need something to reset the computer?
Anyone doing the Adblue themselves without any issues? Any tips? I understand it's an Audi and all, but this seems like a $50 job at the most...why $220?!
Anyone doing the Adblue themselves without any issues? Any tips? I understand it's an Audi and all, but this seems like a $50 job at the most...why $220?!
But it should be simple to keep it topped off as you go so it shouldn't come up too often anyway. But I'd think as part of a fluid change service it wouldn't add as much as $200. I've only been in for my free 5K though, so didn't get to see any line charges for the AdBlue.