Question Rislone DEF Treatment

[Neemer]

I was in Walmart the other day and ran across this stuff. Has anyone tried it or is anyone using it?

My DEF gauge is beginning to get a little squirrelly. I’m wondering if this might help.

 

[Nuktka#13]

I wouldn’t. Used in my Duramax. Nothing but issues since. Had it to dealer they ran diagnostics and could not find any codes.

 

[redbaron]

The gauge has nothing to do with quality of def, so no it won’t help.

If you have heavy crystallized then the fix it is to fill with fresh and let it remain full for a couple of days.

I tend to keep mine at the 20-50% range and after 5 years no crystallization

 

[Neal]

Wasn't there talk of rinsing the tank with distilled water? I'm not sure the process of cleaning it, but yeah, fresh DEF but if it's topped off already then what? I wish they made it easier to drain them so you can go completely new if needed. I've been sitting in storage so long I'd really like to replace all with new.

 

[TEO]

I have one of these transfer pumps from Amazon that I use for pumping gas out of gas cans into my utv. I don't know for sure but would think it could pump Def. Don't have a diesel so not sure how to dispose of it after removing it.

 

[rjshiflet49]

I have one of these transfer pumps from Amazon that I use for pumping gas out of gas cans into my utv. I don't know for sure but would think it could pump Def. Don't have a diesel so not sure how to dispose of it after removing it.

Here's what Dr. Google says about disposing of DEF...

To safely dispose of old or expired Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF), you can dilute it heavily with water and use it as a lawn fertilizer, pour it down a household drain connected to a municipal sewer system, or take it to a local waste collection center. Because DEF is a non-hazardous substance comprised entirely of water and agricultural-grade urea, it is not regulated by the EPA as a hazardous waste.

No, Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) is generally not considered toxic or hazardous to the environment. Because it is made of just 32.5% high-purity urea and 67.5% deionized water, it is non-toxic, non-flammable, and biodegradable

(DISCLAIMER: The advice provided above is offered purely on an "as-is" basis, much like a used 1980s camper van with a mysterious smell. The author is a self-proclaimed camping enthusiast, not a licensed mechanic, certified electrician, or professional tankologist. Following this advice may result in fixed appliances, but it could just as easily result in lost tools, colorful language, unexpected showers, or your black water tank achieving sentience. Side effects of reading this post include sudden urges to buy duplicate socket sets and a deep, spiritual distrust of leveling blocks. Use this information at your own risk. Your mileage may vary, quite literally, depending on headwind and gas prices.)

 

[Neal]

I have an old water pump, seems it would do the trick. Good ideas.

 

[Neal]

Items to make an older water pump work:

12V alligator clips with SAE connector

One of these may be needed, not sure:

SAE connector