Citroen C8 Eolys Fluid

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TOTTY
TOTTY Posts: 29 Forumite
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the screen in my c8 says diesel additive minimum level so contacted citroen dealer and they quoted £500-£600 to fix it. all that needs doing is the eolys fluid needs topping up. this cost £32 a litre and i need 4-5 litres.
i have found a potetial cheaper alternative (free actually) and am unsure if i can use it. its called adblue and is made of 67.5% distilled water and 32.5% urea and is for the same job as eolys fluid-to cut emmissions from car.
does anybody know anything about this as i have been searching web for 2 days and can't find any answers.:confused:

thanks
TOTTY :j
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  • b33r
    b33r Posts: 905 Forumite
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    Afraid I can't help you with your question but you may have more look posting the same thing in Motoring

    Also, pink font on white background? My eyes, they hurt, i had to highlight what you'd said to read it :p
  • Reluctant_spender
    Reluctant_spender Posts: 2,785 Forumite
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    As these are the same vehicles as the Fiat and Peugeot's have you tried their dealerships
  • TOTTY
    TOTTY Posts: 29 Forumite
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    Thanks Will Put It In Motoring Didn't Find That Section.

    I Promise No More Pink!!!
    TOTTY :j
  • Reluctant_spender
    Reluctant_spender Posts: 2,785 Forumite
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    Have a look here - https://www.citroen-owners-club.co.uk/citroen/lofiversion/
  • fbc
    fbc Posts: 6 Forumite
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    An aftermarket product called PatFluid is now being sold by any member of the UK parts alliance see w w w . upka .net Its a direct equivalent, but cheaper.

    The UKPA have a nationwide network of branches and specialise in aftermarket parts, spares and advice

    Call for first hand advice 01244 391457
  • harveybobbles
    harveybobbles Posts: 8,973 Forumite
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    Would you happen to work for them...?
  • fbc
    fbc Posts: 6 Forumite
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    No not all all I just know they are doing this now and its been a long time coming
  • niallw
    niallw Posts: 1 Newbie
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    TOTTY wrote: »
    the screen in my c8 says diesel additive minimum level so contacted citroen dealer and they quoted £500-£600 to fix it. all that needs doing is the eolys fluid needs topping up. this cost £32 a litre and i need 4-5 litres.
    i have found a potetial cheaper alternative (free actually) and am unsure if i can use it. its called adblue and is made of 67.5% distilled water and 32.5% urea and is for the same job as eolys fluid-to cut emmissions from car.
    does anybody know anything about this as i have been searching web for 2 days and can't find any answers.:confused:

    thanks

    Where you get your info about Adblue? Has anyone tried adding it as cheap alternative to EOLYS?
    I have a 206 HDi 1.6 engine, the additive tank is empty and I fear may be doing damage to the small pump.

    Totty, if you still have this car, what solution to diesel particulate filter have you got?
  • alexlyne
    alexlyne Posts: 740 Forumite
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    TOTTY wrote: »
    32.5% urea


    Are you taking the P1ss?
    :rotfl::rotfl::rotfl:
    (and yes I know the thread is 4 years old, but couldn't resist)
  • Norman_Castle
    Norman_Castle Posts: 11,871 Forumite
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    Thread started 05-11-2007.
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