The benefits of AdBlue Software Programming for your vehicle

How do you know you have AdBlue problems?

AdBlue problems can be common for people who drive a diesel vehicle. There are clear signs that you are experiencing AdBlue problems, and something is wrong. One sign of these problems is a warning light or a message on your dashboard. The messages could include “AdBlue Level Low”, “Emissions system fault”, or “NOx sensor error”. Another sign of potential AdBlue problems is that you may notice that the engine doesn’t run as smoothly as normal and also it may use more fuel than it usually does. You may also experience a reduction of power, also known as limp mode. Some vehicles have a countdown which appears, and it shows you how many miles you have until the vehicle won’t start at all. This is a feature that some vehicles have as a safety feature to prevent people driving with a faulty emissions system. You may see these signs if, AdBlue levels are low, injectors are blocked, or faulty sensors. The most common problem would be that your AdBlue levels are low and an easy way to resolve this would be to re-fill it with more AdBlue. However, there is a process called AdBlue software programming which is a long-term fix for AdBlue problems. In this article we will tell you how it can benefit you.

What is AdBlue software programming?

AdBlue software programming is a process where a specialist engineer flashes new custom-made software into the ECU (engine control unit). This software is very carefully created and essentially, it stops the vehicle from going into limp mode for any AdBlue faults and NOx sensor problems. It also prevents any countdowns to limp mode and non-engine starting situations. This is good as no one wants their vehicle to go into limp mode. As well as this, at ECUFlash, we can also do an ECU Remap at the same time as this process, which increases fuel economy by up to 10% and also gives you an increase of engine power. This option is best suitable for road use vehicles.

What are some of the benefits of AdBlue software programming?

1. NO black boxes and NO fuses removed – AdBlue software remapping allows the AdBlue system to run and is therefore a completely LEGAL option. This is good as you don’t have to worry about any fines or insurance voids.
2. It is fully reversable – When we upload the new software, we ensure to keep a copy of the original software in the ECU stored away. This is done as we want to ensure that if a customer ever wants to un-do the process, we can restore the vehicle to its original settings, and it be back to normal.
3. No limp mode/ non-engine starting situations – This type of software will stop the vehicle from being able to not start and go into limp mode and this is good as it buys you more time to fix the issues and also will help you out of a bad situation as no one wants to be stuck with a car that won’t start.

Summing it up…

To conclude on this information, AdBlue software programming is a really popular service that more and more people are considering. It is completely legal in the UK and therefore people don’t need to worry about facing and fines. This service stops the car from entering limp mode which is a big worry of people who drive diesel vehicles and so having this done can erase that worry and ensure their car runs smoothly all the time.