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Under normal operating conditions, the following consistency grades are recommended.
NLGI No. 0 or 00 for -0 (-18 ) temperatures
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C
NLGI No. 1 or 2 for normal ambient temperatures
NLGI No. 2 or 3 for temperatures over 100 (38 )
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C
Unless otherwise specified, an EP-MPG containing molybdenum disulfide may be used.
EPGL-5. Extreme Pressure Multipurpose Gear Lubricant. This gear lubricant is compounded to achieve
high load carrying capacity and meet the requirements of either API-GL-5 or MIL-L-2105C. Unless
otherwise specified, SAE 80W-90 viscosity may be used for year-round service. Low temperature usage
is restricted as follows:
SAE Viscosity
Minimum Ambient
Designation
Temperature
-40 (-40 )
75W
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-15 (-26 )
80W
F
C
+10 (-12 )
85W
F
C
+20 (-7 )
90
F
C
+40 (+5 )
140
F
C
+50 (+ 10 )
250
F
C
EPGL-5H. Extreme Pressure Multipurpose Gear Lubricant. This gear lubricant is compounded to
achieve high load carrying capacity and meet the requirements of either API-GL-5 or MIL-L-2105C.
Unless otherwise specified, SAE 85W-140 viscosity may be used for year-round service.
characteristics and on performance as determined by a series of tests called MS test sequences.
Lubricants marketed for heavy-duty service consist of refined crude oil containing additives compounded
to meet the desired engine performance levels. Use only good quality oil provided by a reputable
supplier in accordance with the service classification and viscosity requirements specified by the engine
service manual.
ATF. Automatic Transmission Fluid. ATF shall meet the latest requirements for General Motors Dexron
II specification.
SBF. Silicone Brake Fluid. A silicone-based hydraulic brake fluid, conforming to MIL-B-46176, for use
in hydraulic brake systems at ambient temperature ranging from -67to +131 (-55to +55 ). It is
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C
intended to be used in braking systems fitted with cups and seals made from natural rubber, buna 5,
polychloroprene or ethylene proplene diene monomer.
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