What is gearbox oil?

  1. Gearbox oil effect
  2. Reduce friction and wear
  3. Lubricate bearings
  4. Rust protection
  5. Cooling

Gearbox

MTF specifications: API GL-1, GL-2, GL-3, GL-4, GL-5, MT-1

Automatic transmission

ATF specifications and current fluids:

  • Dexron – GM: Dexron II, III
  • Mercon – Ford: MERCON III, IV
  • Toyota: Type IV

MTF OIL

Mechanical gearboxes for trucks and boats should use API GL4 and GL5 gear oils, SAE90, SAE 80W-90 viscosity grades, etc.

Transmission oil change time:

– From 30,000 to 40,000 km (16,000 – 22,000 nautical miles)

– Or 3 times change the engine oil, 1 time change gearbox oil.

ATF OIL

Automatic transmissions using atf diii and above

Oil change atf time is 50,000km