PART 8: MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
PB1319 (CAT. NO. 5296 ) —122— 22-01691 (R02/02)
Meritor Transmission Lubrication
Lubrication Change and Inspection
•
An initial oil change and flush should be performed after the trans-
mission has been in service for 5000 miles (8000 km).
• Refer to the Meritor Transmission manual for servicing information.
Recommended Lubricants
Type Of Lubricant Grade (SAE)
Ambient
Temperature
Heavy-Duty Engine Oil
A.P.I.-CD, -CE, -SF or
-SG (Previous A.P.I. desig-
nations acceptable)*
MIL-L-2104B, C, or D*
50 Above 10° F (-12° C)
40 Above 10° F (-12° C)
30 Below 10° F (-12° C)
Mineral Gear Oil with Rust
and Oxidation Inhibitor,
A.P.I.-GL-1*
90 Above 10° F (-12° C))
80 Below 10° F (-12° C)
Synthetic Oil, Meritor Speci-
fication 0-81 *@
50 All
Cognis EMGARD lubricant
#
50 All
* Multi-weight and EP gear oils are not recommended.
DO NOT MIX OILS IN THE TRANSMISSION.
@ See your Peterbilt dealer for Meritor-approved lubricant brands.
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Freedomline transmission