DEF Fluid contaminated - Usable?

[dtb]

Bought a 55 gallon drum (plastic) about a month ago. I was never told to use a special plastic pump in it. A metal hand pump has been used and now fluid has turned orange. I was told can't use. If this is case I am out the cost of drum and any disposal cost. Can this fluid be used like this ? Can I dilute with new fluid and use that way ? Thanks for the help !

 

[#18FAN]

junk it it is all tainted most likely rust it’s not worth the risk.

 

[skyactiv]

I’m a semi mechanic. DEF systems are problematic, don’t risk it

 

[skyactiv]

We have a heated, insulated plastic tank of DEF at work. It holds 2500 gallons when full. The tanker trailer that brings it has to pump it in. The tanker has a Honda gas powered pump on board.

 

[oggb]

Depending on what you're using it in a derate+tow+repairs could cost a lot more than a drum of DEF and you'll still need a new drum.

 

[wpod]

It will make great lawn fertilizer as it is pure Urea and distilled water

 

[JohnnyG]

My brother, that runs Freightliner shops, says DO NOT USE IT!
Actually he said "DEF-initely don't use it".

He also added that if an OTR truck, it would be like asking for a $12,000 repair bill!