D6M Track-Type Tractor Lubricant Viscosities Caterpillar


Lubricant Viscosities
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1.1. Selecting the Viscosity
2.1. General Information for Lubricants
3.1. Organization of the Tables
4.1. All Cat Machine and Expanded Mining Products Engines
5.1. All Cat Machine Hydraulic Systems and Machine Hydrostatic Transmissions
6.1. Articulated Trucks
7.1. Backhoe Loaders
8.2. Backhoe Loader Rear Axles
9.1. Excavators, Front Shovels, Mass Excavators, Demolition Excavators, and Track Material Handlers
10.1. Forestry
11.1. Motor Graders
12.1. Off Highway Trucks
13.2. Special Applications for Off Highway Trucks
14.1. Paving
15.1. Pipe Layers
16.1. Skid Steer Loaders
17.1. Telehandler
18.1. Track Loaders
19.1. Track Type Tractors
20.2. Track Type Tractors Special Applications
21.1. Underground Mining Equipment
22.1. Wheel Excavators and Wheel Material Handlers
23.1. Wheel Loaders, Integrated Toolcarriers, Wheeled Dozers, and Compactors
24.2. Special Applications for 906, 907, 908
25.1. Wheel Tractor-Scrapers
26.1. Petroleum Transmissions
27.1. On-Highway Transmissions
28.1. Special Applications

Selecting the Viscosity

Ambient temperature is the temperature of the air in the immediate vicinity of the machine. The temperature may differ due to the machine application from the generic ambient temperature for a geographic region. When selecting the proper oil viscosity for use, review both the regional ambient temperature and the potential ambient temperature for a given machine application. Generally, use the higher temperature as the criterion for the selection of the oil viscosity. Generally, use the highest oil viscosity that is allowed for the ambient temperature when you start the machine. Refer to the “Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures” tables for guidance. In cold-weather applications, the preferred method is to use properly sized machine compartment heaters and a higher viscosity grade oil. Thermostatically controlled heaters that circulate the oil are preferred.

The proper oil viscosity grade is determined by the minimum ambient temperature (the air in the immediate vicinity of the machine). Ambient temperature is the temperature when the machine is started and while the machine is operated. To determine the proper oil viscosity grade, refer to the “Min” column in the table. This information reflects the coldest ambient temperature condition for starting a cold machine and for operating a cold machine. Refer to the “Max” column in the table to select the oil viscosity grade for operating the machine at the highest temperature that is anticipated. Unless specified otherwise in the “Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures” tables, use the highest oil viscosity that is allowed for the ambient temperature when you start the machine.

Machines that are operated continuously should use oils that have the higher oil viscosity in the final drives and in the differentials. The oils that have the higher oil viscosity will maintain the highest possible oil film thickness. Refer to this Special Publication, General Information for Lubricants article, Lubricant Viscosities tables, and any associated footnotes. Consult your Cat dealer if additional information is needed.

Note: SAE 0W and SAE 5W oils, where allowed for use in non-hydraulic system compartments, are not recommended for use in machines that are operated continuously and/or are heavily loaded. Refer to the “Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures” tables for guidance. The oils that have the higher oil viscosity will maintain the highest possible oil film thickness. Consult your Cat dealer if additional information is needed.

Note: Oil viscosity grade selection is also machine compartment specific. Some machine models and/or machine compartments do not allow the use of all available viscosity grades. For guidance on selecting oil viscosity, refer to the “Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures” tables.

Note: Generally, use the highest oil viscosity that is available to meet the requirement for the temperature at start-up.


NOTICE

Proper oil viscosity AND oil type/specification are required to maximize machine compartment performance and life. Do NOT use only oil viscosity, or only oil type to determine the machine compartment oil selection. Using only the oil viscosity or only the oil type to determine a machine compartment oil selection can lead to reduced performance and compartment failure. Refer to the “Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures” tables and to ALL of the associated footnotes.



NOTICE

Not following the recommendations found in the “Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures” tables and associated footnotes can lead to reduced performance and compartment failure.



NOTICE

In colder ambient conditions a machine warm-up procedure and/or supplemental machine fluid compartment heat may be required. Machine specific warm-up procedures can typically be found in the Operation and Maintenance Manual for the machine. In addition, generic machine warm-up procedures can be found in this Special Publication, "Procedures for Machines that are Used in Cold Weather - (Generic)" topic.


General Information for Lubricants

The information provided in this “Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures” article and Tables should be used with the information provided in the “Lubricant Specifications” section (Maintenance Section) of this Special Publication.


NOTICE

Cat does not warrant the quality or performance of non-Cat fluids and greases.



NOTICE

Not following the recommendations found in this Special Publication can lead to reduced performance and compartment failure.



NOTICE

Do NOT use only the oil viscosities when determining the recommended oil for an engine compartment. The oil type (performance requirements) MUST also be used.


Note: Some machine models and/or machine compartments do NOT allow the use of all available oil viscosity grades.

Note: Only use the oil type and the specification that is recommended for the various machine compartments.

Note: Some machine compartments allow the use of more than one oil type. For the best results, do not mix oil types.

Note: Different brand oils may use different additive packages to meet the various machine compartment performance specification recommendations. For the best results, do not mix oil brands.

Note: The availability of the various Cat oils will vary by region.

Note: Cat oils are the preferred oils. All other oil types and specifications that are listed in the applicable section are acceptable oils.

The minimum requirements for commercial oils for machine components are provided in Table 1 of this Special Publication. These requirements apply to all the fluids recommendations given in this Special Publication. Commercial oils are, as a group, second choice oils.

The factory fill oils for standard configuration machines are indicated in the lubricant recommendations tables, where pertinent. Factory fill information is general and exceptions may exist. For example, machines that are shipped to cold climates may have other factory fill oils.

When you are operating the machine in temperatures below −20°C (−4°F), refer to Special Publication, SEBU5898, "Cold Weather Recommendations". This publication is available from your Cat dealer.

For cold-weather applications where transmission oil SAE 0W-20 is recommended, Cat TDTO Cold Weather is the first choice oil. Second choice oils for cold-weather transmission applications are commercial oils of full synthetic basestock that do not have viscosity index improvers. These oils do meet the Cat TO-4 performance requirements. Typical lubricant viscosity grades are SAE 0W-20, SAE 0W-30, and SAE 5W-30. Oils of lubricant viscosity grade SAE 0W-20, SAE 0W-30, or SAE 5W-30 that contain a Cat TO-4 additive package are a last choice.

The footnotes are a key part of the tables. Read ALL footnotes that pertain to the machine compartment in question.

Table 1
Recommendations for power train, transmissions, and hydraulics Fluids and Cat Performance Requirements 
Preferred  Minimum Acceptable Performance Requirements for Commercial Oils  Application 
Cat HYDO Advanced  Per Product Data Sheet requirements  Hydraulic systems and Hydrostatic Transmissions 
Cat Bio HYDO Advanced  Per Product Data Sheet requirement  Hydraulic systems and Hydrostatic transmissions requiring biodegradable fluids 
Cat TDTO  Cat TO-4  Power shift transmissions, some direct drive transmissions, final drives, differentials, and transfer drives of many machines 
Cat TDTO-TMS  Cat TO-4M 
Cat FDAO, Cat FDAO SYN  Cat FD-1  Highly loaded final drives and axles that do not have friction materials 
Cat GO  API GL-5  Gears and roller bearings where extreme pressure additives are required. 

Organization of the Tables

Table 9 is for all Cat machine and Expanded Mining products engines. This table applies to all oils that are recommended for the engine crankcase.

Table 3 is for all Cat machine hydraulic systems and machine hydrostatic transmissions. This table applies to all oils that are recommended for the machine hydraulic systems, pumps, and valves. This table applies to all oils that are recommended for the machine hydrostatic transmissions.

All other tables are listed in the product line categories. These tables contain information about other machine and Expanded Mining products compartments and the lubrication recommendations for each compartment. Some machine compartments allow the use of more than one oil type. Some machine and Expanded Mining products compartments restrict the use of some oil types. These tables contain any exceptions to tables 9 and 3. Consult your Cat dealer if additional information is needed about any of the exceptions.

Special applications are included at the end of this section. Special applications include starting engine and variable pitch fan. If you do not find a compartment in the product category, check this table. Consult your Cat dealer if additional information is needed about special applications.

Note: Exceptions to any information in the common tables are listed in the tables in the product line sections.

All Cat Machine and Expanded Mining Products Engines

Refer to the “General Information for Lubricants” article for important lubricant information.

Supplemental heat is recommended for cold-soaked starts below the minimum ambient temperature. The parasitic load and other factors will determine if supplemental heat is required for cold-soaked starts that are above the minimum temperature that is stated. Cold-soaked starts occur when the engine has not been operated for a time. The oil becomes more viscous due to cooler ambient temperatures.

For oil recommendations for Tier 4 EPA certified engines, EU stage IIIB and IV type approved engines, and Japan Step IV approved engines refer to the “Recommendation for Tier 4 Engines” section, the “Cat Engine Lubricants Recommendations/Requirements” table, and the “TBN recommendations for applications in Cat engines” table in Special Publication, SEBU6250, "Engine Oil".

Refer to the “Lubricant Information” section in this Special Publication for a list of all Cat engine oils.

Cat ECF refers to Engine Crankcase Fluid specifications. Refer to the “Maintenance” section of this Special Publication, "Lubricant Information", and to the “Cat Engine Crankcase Fluids (ECF) Definitions” table in this Special Publication, "Engine Oil" for details. Commercial alternative diesel engine oils must meet one or more of these Cat ECF specifications. Refer to the “Cat Engine Lubricants Recommendations/Requirements” table in Special Publication, SEBU6250, "Engine Oil".

The minimum requirements for commercial diesel engine oils are provided in Special Publication, SEBU6250, "Engine Oil (Cat Machine Diesel Engines)". These requirements apply to all the fluids recommendations given in this Special Publication. Commercial alternative diesel engine oils are, as a group, second choice oils.

Note: Cat Special Application Engine Oil (SAEO), API CF oil of SAE 30 and SAE 40 viscosity grades is recommended for use in 3116 and 3126 marines engines.

Note: SAE 10W-30 is the preferred viscosity grade for the 3116, 3126, C7, C-9, and C9 diesel engines when the ambient temperature is between -18° C (0° F) and 40° C (104° F).

Note: C175 Series diesel engines require the use of multigrade SAE 40 oil. For example: SAE 0W-40, SAE 5W-40, SAE 10W-40, or SAE 15W-40. In ambient temperatures of −9.5° C (15° F) or above, SAE 15W-40 is the preferred oil viscosity grade

If ambient temperature conditions at engine start-up require the use of multigrade SAE 0W oil, SAE 0W-40 viscosity grade is preferred over SAE 0W-30.

Table 2
Cat Lubricants and Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures(1) 
Compartment or System  Oil Type, name and Performance Requirements  Viscosity Grade  °C  °F 
Min Max Min Max
Recommendations for all Cat diesel engines  Cat Diesel Engine Oil-Ultra Low Sulfur (API CK-4)(1)  Cat DEO-ULS  SAE 15W-40  -10  50  14  122 
SAE 10W-30 -18 40 104 
Cat DEO-ULS SYN SAE 5W-40 -30  50  -22  122 
Cat DEO Cold Weather SAE 0W-40 -40  40  -40  104 
Cat Diesel Engine Oil (API CI-4/ CI-4 PLUS and API CH-4)(1) Cat DEO  SAE 15W-40  -10  50  14  122 
SAE 10W-30 -18 40  104 
Specialty oils for specific Cat diesel engines  Cat Multi-Application Engine Oil (Non-Cat mixed fleets)  Cat MAEO Plus  SAE 10W-40  −18  50  122 
Cat Precombustion Chamber Oil (Specific applications only) Cat PCO  SAE 30  -5  40  104 
(1)  Cat engine oils exceed the performance requirements of the respective API categories

All Cat Machine Hydraulic Systems and Machine Hydrostatic Transmissions

Refer to the “General Information for Lubricants” article for important lubricant information.

Cat HYDO Advanced 10 SAE 10W, Cat HYDO Advanced 20 SAE 20W, Cat HYDO Advanced 30 SAE 30W, or Cat BIO HYDO Advanced are the preferred oils for use in most Cat machine hydraulic and hydrostatic transmission systems. Cat HYDO Advanced fluids have at least a 50% increase in the standard oil drain interval for machine hydraulic systems (3000 hours versus 2000 hours) over second and third choice oils - when following the maintenance interval schedule for oil filter changes and for oil sampling that is stated in the Operation and Maintenance Manual for your particular machine. 6000 hour oil drain intervals are possible when using S·O·S Services oil analysis. Consult your Cat dealer for details. To gain the most benefit from the improved performance designed into Cat HYDO Advanced fluids, when switching to Cat HYDO Advanced fluids, cross contamination with the previous oil should be kept to less than 10%.

Second choice oils are Cat MTO, Cat DEO, Cat DEO-ULS, Cat TDTO, Cat Cold Weather TDTO, Cat TDTO-TMS, Cat Cold Weather DEO-ULS.

Third choice oils are commercial oils that meet Cat ECF-1-a, Cat ECF-2, Cat ECF-3 (which can include viscosity grades not given in Table3), Cat TO-4, or the Cat TO-4M performance requirements, and that have a minimum zinc additive level of 0.09 percent (900 ppm). Commercial biodegradable hydraulic oil must meet the Cat BF-2 specification. Refer to the machine Operation and Maintenance Manual and/or consult your local Cat dealer before using commercial oils that meet Cat BF-2 in Cat Hydraulic Excavators.

The minimum viscosity for commercial alternative oils used in most Cat machine hydraulic and hydrostatic transmission systems is 6.6 cSt at 100 °C (212 °F) ("ASTM D445").

Note: Industrial hydraulic oils are not recommended for service fill in AVSpare hydraulic systems.

Note: For machines equipped with hydraulic hammers, do not use viscosity grades SAE 0W or SAE 5W oils. Refer to the “Special Applications” section in this article.

For applications requiring the use of Fire-Resistant hydraulic fluids or Food-Grade hydraulic fluids, refer to the information on these two types of fluids given in the Hydraulic Oil Section of this Special publication.

Commercial oils of viscosity grades that are not included in Table 10 may be used if the oils are per Cat ECF specifications. Refer to the  "Cat Engine Crankcase Fluids (ECF) Definitions " table in the "Engine Oil" section of this Special Publication. Commercial oils are second choice.

If noise is a problem in the hydraulic system, 1U-9891 oil additive may be used in the hydraulic system. This additive is a friction modifier that helps reduce the noise level.

Table 3 describes the hydraulic system recommendations for all Cat machines. Some machines require different temperature ranges or specific hydraulic fluids. The recommendations for those machines are given in the respective machine Lubricant Viscosity Table.

Table 3
Hydraulic Systems Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures 
Compartment or System  Oil Type and Performance Requirements  Oil Viscosities  °C  °F 
Min Max Min Max 
Hydraulic System and
Hydrostatic Transmissions 
CatHYDO Advanced 10(1)
Cat TDTO 
SAE 10W  −20  40  −4  104 
CatHYDO Advanced 20
Cat TDTO
SAE 20W  −5  45  23  113 
Cat HYDO Advanced 30
Cat TDTO
SAE 30  50  32  122 
Cat BIO HYDO Advanced(2) "ISO 46" Multi-Grade  −30  45  −22  113 
Cat MTO
Cat DEO-ULS
Cat DEO
SAE 10W-30  −20  40  −4  104 
Cat DEO-ULS
Cat DEO
SAE 15W-40  −10  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −15  50  122 
Cat DEO-ULS SYN SAE 5W-40  -20  50  -22  122 
Cat DEO Cold Weather SAE 0W-40  −40  40  −40  104 
Cat TDTO Cold Weather SAE 0W-20  −40  40  −40  104 
(1) Typical factory fill oil for standard configuration machines.
(2) Factory fill oil for applications that require biodegradable oils.

Articulated Trucks

Refer to the “General Information for Lubricants” article for important lubricant information.

This section includes, but not limited to the following models:

  • 725 through 740

For the Underground Mining articulated trucks, refer to the Underground Mining section is this article.

For differentials and final drives of Series E II and Series 700, Cat TDTO SAE 50 is preferred in most applications, particularly in continuous operation. If the ambient temperature is below −15° C (5° F), warm up the oil prior to operation by performing the procedures in the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Engine and Machine Warm-up". Failure to warm up the oil prior to operation can damage the machine.

For Differentials and Final Drives of Series E II and Series 700, do NOT use SAE 0W-20 oils when the typical daily maximum ambient temperature is above −10° C (14° F).

For hydraulic systems that are not given in Table 4, refer to the hydraulic system recommendations given in Table 3.

Table 4
Articulated Trucks Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures 
Compartment or System  Oil Type and Performance Requirements  Oil Viscosities  °C  °F 
Min Max Min Max 
Power shift transmissions  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  10  −40  50 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −20  10  −4  50 
SAE 30(1) 50  32  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −10  50  14  122 
Hoist (Ejector), Steering and Brake System, Brake Control Valve Damper, and Suspension Hydraulic System for E Series II and 700 Series  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  40  −40  104 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W(1)(2)  −20  50  −4  122 
Differentials and Final Drives (except for E Series II Articulated Trucks, and 700 Series Articulated Trucks)  Cat Synthetic GO  SAE 75W-140  −30  45  −22  113 
Cat GO (Gear Oil) SAE 80W-90 (1)  −20  40  −4  104 
SAE 85W-140 −10  50  14  122 
API GL-5 gear oil SAE 75W-90  −30  40  −22  104 
SAE 90 40  32  104 
Differentials and Final Drives for E Series II Articulated Trucks and 700 Series Articulated Trucks  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  −10  −40  14 
Cat TDTO SAE 30  −20  15  -4  59 
SAE 50(1) −15  40  104 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −25  22  −13  72 
Output Transfer Gear for E Series II Articulated Trucks 700 Series Articulated Trucks  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  −10  −40  14 
Cat TDTO SAE 30(1)  −20  50  −4  122 
(1) Factory fill oil for standard configuration machines.
(2) The minimum allowable oil viscosity at 100° C (212° F)100C is 6.6 cSt ("ASTM D445").

Backhoe Loaders

Refer to the “General Information for Lubricants” article for important lubricant information.

This section includes, but not limited to the following models:

  • 414 through 450

For hydraulic systems that are not given in Table 5, refer to the hydraulic system recommendations given in Table 3

Table 5
Backhoe Loaders Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures 
Compartment or System  Oil Type and Specification  Oil Viscosity Grade  °C  °F 
Min Max  Min  Max 
Direct drive transmissions
Power shift transmissions 
Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  35  −40  95 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W(1)  −20  35  −4  95 
SAE 30 25  50  77  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  10  50  50  122 
Front Axle Differentials Final Drives for A, B, C, D (Only D with ZF Front axle Series)  Cat GO (Gear Oil)(2)  SAE 80W-90(1)  −20  40  −4  104 
SAE 85W-140 −10  50  14  122 
Cat Synthetic GO (2)
API GL-5 gear oil
SAE 75W-90  −30  40  −22  104 
SAE 75W-140 −30  45  −22  113 
Front All Wheel Drive Axle Final Drives for D Series (with Cat front axle)
E Series
F Series 
Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  10  −40  50 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −20  10  −4  50 
SAE 30(1) -10  50  14  122 
SAE 50 10  50  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −20  43  −4  110 
Hydraulic Systems for Side Shift Backhoe Loaders  Cat HYDO Advanced 10  SAE 10W(1)  −20  50  −4  122 
Cat HYDO Advanced 20(3) SAE 20  -5  45  23  113 
Cat HYDO Advanced 30
Cat TDTO
SAE 30  50  32  122 
Cat Bio HYDO Advanced "ISO 46" Multi-Grade  −30  45  −22  113 
Cat DEO-ULS
Cat DEO
SAE 15W-40  -15  50  122 
Cat TDTO Cold Weather SAE 0W-20  −40  40  −40  104 
Cat ECF-1a, Cat ECF-2, Cat ECF-3 SAE 0W-30  -40  20  −40  68 
Brake Reservoir  Cat HYDO Advanced 10  SAE 10W  −20  50  −4  122 
(1) Factory fill oil for standard configuration machines.
(2) Cat FDAO Syn can be used at a −15° C (5° F) and 50° C (122° F) temperature range
(3) Factory fill for 428B Backhoe Loader.

Backhoe Loader Rear Axles

Do not use Cat MTO or commercial M2C134-D specification oil with the 230-4017 brake disks. Do not use Cat MTO or commercial M2C134-D specification oil in any E Series Backhoe Loader rear axle.

Table 6
Backhoe Loader Rear Axles Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures 
Backhoe Loaders  Brake Disk Part Number  197-0017 Additive Volume  Oil Type and Performance Requirements for Rear Axle  Oil Viscosity Grade  °C  °F 
Min Max  Min  Max 
B, C, D Series  133-7234(1)  1L (1.1qt)(2)  Cat TDTO 30  SAE 30  −25  40  −13  104 
230-4017 150mL (5.1oz)(3)  CatTDTO 30 
E and F Series except 450E and 450F  238-5291  500 mL (17.0 oz)(4)  Cat TDTO 30 
450E
450F 
288-7303  200mL (6.8oz)(5)  Cat TDTO 30 
(1) Cat MTO or M2C134-D can be used with 133-7234 brake disks.
(2) The maximum amount of 197-0017 for this brake is 2 L (2.1 qt).
(3) The maximum amount of 197-0017 for this brake is 300 mL (10.2 oz).
(4) The maximum amount of 197-0017 for this brake is 550 mL (18.7 oz).
(5) The maximum amount of 197-0017 for this brake is 250 mL (8.5 oz).

Excavators, Front Shovels, Mass Excavators, Demolition Excavators, and Track Material Handlers

Refer to the “General Information for Lubricants” article for important lubricant information.

This section includes, but not limited to the following model Excavators:

  • 301 through 390

This section includes, but not limited to the following model Front Shovels:

  • 5090 through 5230 and 385

This section includes, but not limited to the following model Mass Excavators:

  • 365 through 385, and 5110 through 5230

This section includes, but not limited to the following model Demolition Excavators:

  • 330 through 385

This section includes, but not limited to the following model Track Material Handlers:

  • 320 through 385

For hydraulic systems that are not given in Table 7, refer to the hydraulic system recommendations given in Table 3.

Table 7
Excavators, Front Shovels, Mass Excavators, Demolition Excavators, and Track Material Handlers
Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures 
Compartment or System  Oil Type and Performance Requirements  Oil Viscosity Grade  °C  °F 
Min Max  Min  Max 
Final Drives and Swing Drives
for small, medium, and large models
Final Drives for 307 and 308 mini excavators 
Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  -40  -40  32 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −30  -22  32 
SAE 30(1) −30  35  −22  95 
SAE 50 -15  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −25  25  −13  77 
Track Roller Frame Recoil Spring and Pivot Shaft Bearings  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  −40  32 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −30  −22  32 
SAE 30(1) −20  25  −4  77 
SAE 50 50  32  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −25  25  −13  77 
Track Idlers and Track Rollers  Cat DEO-ULS
Cat DEO 
SAE 15W-40(1)  -10  50  14  122 
Cat DEO Cold Weather SAE 0W-40  −40  40  −40  104 
Cat DEO-ULS SYN SAE 5W-40  −35  40  −31  104 
Cat FDAO SYN Multi-Grade  -30  50  -22  122 
(1) Factory fill oil for standard configuration machines.

Forestry

Refer to the “General Information for Lubricants” article for important lubricant information.

This section includes, but not limited to the following model Log Loaders:

  • 320 through 345, and 568

This section includes, but not limited to the following model Wheel Feller Bunchers:

  • 533 through 573

This section includes, but not limited to the following model Track Feller Bunchers:

  • TK711 through TK722

  • TK1051 through TK1162

  • 521 through 552

This section includes, but not limited to the following model Track Harvester:

  • 320 and 501

This section includes, but not limited to the following model Track Skidders:

  • 517 through 527

This section includes, but not limited to the following model Wheel Skidders:

  • 515 through 545

This section includes, but not limited to the following model Knuckleboom Loaders:

  • 519 and 579

This section includes, but not limited to the following model Forwarders:

  • 534 through 584

Commercial biodegradable hydraulic oil (HEES) must meet the Cat BF-2 specification.

Cat MTO SAE 15W-40 is the preferred viscosity grade for the hydraulic hood tilt system when the ambient temperature is below −15 °C (+5 °F) and does not go above 40 °C (104 °F).

For hydraulic systems that are not given in Table 8, refer to the hydraulic system recommendations given in Table 3.

Table 8
Forestry Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures 
Compartment or System  Oil Type and Performance Requirements  Oil Viscosities  °C  °F 
Min Max  Min  Max 
Power shift transmissions  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  10  −40  50 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −20  10  −4  50 
SAE 30(1) 50  32  122 
SAE 50W 10  50  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −10  50  14  122 
Final Drive and Swing Drive  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  −40  32 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −30  −22  32 
SAE 30(2) −25  25  −13  77 
SAE 50(3) −15  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −30  25  −22  72 
Final Drive, Swing Drive and Pump Drive for Knuckelboom Loaders
Final Drive and Swing Drive for Model 501 Track Harvester
Two Speed Transmission and Drive Axles for Model 584 Forwarders 
Cat Synthetic GO  SAE 75W-140  -30  45  -22  113 
Cat GO (Gear Oil) SAE 80W-90(1)  −20  40  −4  104 
SAE 85W-140 −10  50  14  122 
API GL-5 gear oil SAE 75W-90  −30  40  −22  104 
SAE 90 40  32  104 
Track Idlers and Track Rollers  Cat DEO-ULS
Cat DEO 
SAE 15W-40(1)  -10  50  14  122 
Cat DEO Cold Weather SAE 0W-40  −40  40  −40  104 
Cat DEO-ULS SYN SAE 5W-40  −35  40  −31  104 
Cat FDAO SYN Multi-Grade  -30  50  -22  122 
Variable Pitch Fan  Cat DEO Cold Weather Cat DEO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-40  −40  40  −40  104 
Cat DEO-ULS SYN SAE 5W-40  −40  50  −40  122 
Drive Axles
for
Wheel Log Skidders (525-545), excluding 525–555D
and Wheel Feller Bunchers (533, 573) 
Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  −40  32 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −25  15  −13  59 
SAE 30(1) −20  43  −4  110 
SAE 50 10  50  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −30  43  −22  110 
Drive Axle/Final Drive
for
Wheel Log Skidders (525D-555D) 
Cat TDTO  SAE 10W  −25  −13  32 
SAE 30 −20 20  −4  68 
SAE 50(4) -10 50  14  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  -30  22  -22  72 
Cat TDTO Cold Weather SAE 0W-20  −40  -10  −40  14 
Final Drives for Large Track Skidders (Steel Tracked Machines with Elevated Final Drives except the 561M and 561N)  Cat FDAO  SAE 60(1)  −7  50  19  122 
Cat TDTO SAE 50  −15  32  90 
SAE 30 −25  15  −13  59 
Cat FDAO SYN Multi-Grade  −15  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −35  15  −31  59 
(1) Factory fill oil for standard configuration machines.
(2) Factory fill oils for swing drives of standard configuration Log Loaders, Model 320 Track Harvester, and Track Feller Bunchers
(3) Factory fill oils for final drives of standard configuration Log Loaders, Model 320 Track Harvester, and Track Feller Bunchers
(4) Factory fill oil for 525–555D standard configuration machines.

Motor Graders

Refer to the “General Information for Lubricants” article for important lubricant information.

This section includes, but not limited to the following models:

  • 12 through 24

  • 120 through 163

For the Tandem Drive on the Series M, add 0.015 L (0.015 qt) of 1U-9891 oil additive per 1 L (1 qt) of oil. Do not add oil additive to the 24M Motor Grader or Motor Graders prior to the M series.

For hydraulic systems that are not given in Table 9, refer to the hydraulic system recommendations given in Table 3.

Table 9
Motor Graders Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures 
Compartment or System  Oil Type and Performance Requirements  Oil Viscosity Grade  °C  °F 
Min Max  Min  Max 
Transmission
Differential, and Final Drive except 24 and 24M 
Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  10  −40  50 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −20  10  −4  50 
SAE 30(1) 35  32  95 
SAE 50 10  50  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −15  43  −5  110 
Differential, and Final Drive for 24 and 24M  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  10  −40  50 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −20  10  −4  50 
SAE 30 25  32  77 
SAE 50 10  50  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −15  43  −5  110 
Tandem Drive and Wheel Spindle Bearings  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  10  −40  50 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −20  20  −4  68 
SAE 30(1) −10  40  14  104 
SAE 50 10  50  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −15  43  −5  109 
All Wheel Drive Gearbox  Cat TDTO  SAE 50  −15  50  122 
Circle Drive except 16H, 24H, 16M, and 24M Series  Cat Synthetic GO  SAE 75W-140  −30  45  −22  113 
Cat GO (Gear Oil) SAE 80W-90
 
−20  40  −4  104 
SAE 85W-140 −10  50  14  122 
API GL-5 gear oil SAE 75W-90  −30  40  −22  104 
SAE 90 40  32  104 
Circle Drive for 16H, 24H, 16M, and 24M Series  Cat FDAO Syn  Multi-Grade  −15  50  122 
Cat FDAO SAE 60  -10  50  14  122 
Cat FD-1 SAE 50  -10  32  14  90 
Hydraulic Systems for M Series Motor Graders  Cat HYDO Advanced 10  SAE 10W
 
−15  40  104 
CatHYDO Advanced 30 SAE 30  20  50  68  122 
Cat BIO HYDO Advanced ISO 46 Multi-Grade  −25  45  −13  113 
Cat TDTO Cold Weather SAE 0W-20  −40  40  −40  104 
Cat DEO Cold Weather SAE 0W-40  −25  40  −13  104 
Cat ECF-1a
Cat ECF-2
CatECF-3
SAE 0W-30  −35  40  −31  104 
(1) Factory fill oil for standard configuration machines.

Off Highway Trucks

Refer to the “General Information for Lubricants” article for important lubricant information.

This section includes, but not limited to the following models:

  • 769 through 797

  • MT4400D AC, 794 AC, 796 AC, and 798 AC

Some Off-Highway Truck torque converters have a common sump with the transmission. These torque converters will use the same fluid recommendations as the transmission. The affected Off-Highway Truck models include 769D, 770, 771D, 772, 773D, 773E, 773F, 775D, 775E, 775F, 793C-F, and all 797 models.

Cat FDAO SYN and Cat FDAO SAE 60 are preferred in Differential, Front Wheel, and Final Drive applications. Cat FDAO SYN is the preferred oil for extremely cold or hot environments, for maximum component life, and for extending the rear axle oil change intervals. If the ambient temperature is below −10°C (14°F) for FDAO SAE 60 or below −35°C (−31°F) for FDAO SYN, warm up the oil prior to operation by performing the procedures in the Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Differential Warm-up and Break-in" prior to operation. Failure to warm up the oil prior to operation can damage the machine.

Note: The minimum acceptable viscosity for commercial alternative oils in most Cat machine hydraulic and hydrostatic transmission systems is 6.6 cSt at 100 °C (212 °F) ("ASTM D445").

For hydraulic systems that are not given in Table 10, refer to the hydraulic system recommendations given in Table 3.

Table 10
Off Highway Trucks Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures 
Compartment or System  Oil Type and Performance Requirements  Oil Viscosities  °C  °F 
Min Max Min Max 
Power shift transmissions Except for models listed below and AC models  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  10  −40  50 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −20  10  −4  50 
SAE 30(1) 50  32  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −10  50  14  122 
Power shift transmission in 797 (all models)  Cat TDTO  SAE 30(1)  −6  50  −6  122 
Power shift transmission for 768C, 768D, 769C, 769D, 770, 771C, 771D, and 772  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  22  −40  72 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W(1)  −20  22  −4  72 
SAE 30 10  50  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  —15  43  110 
Steering Systems except for 785D, 793D, 793F, 795F, 797(all models)  Cat HYDO Advanced 10
Cat TDTO 
SAE 10W(1)  −20  40  −4  104 
Cat HYDO Advanced 20
Cat TDTO
SAE 20  -5  45  23  113 
CatHYDO Advanced 30
Cat TDTO
SAE 30  10  50  50  122 
Cat BIO HYDO Advanced "ISO 46" Multi-Grade  −30  45  −22  113 
Cat DEO-ULS SYN SAE 5W-40  −30  40  −22  104 
Cat TDTO Cold Weather SAE 0W-20  -40  40  -22  104 
Cat DEO Cold Weather SAE 0W-40  −40  40  −40  104 
Cat ECF-1-a, Cat ECF-2, Cat ECF-3, SAE 0W-30  −40  40  −40  104 
SAE 5W-30 −30  40  −22  104 
Cat DEO-ULS
Cat DEO
SAE 10W-30  −20  40  −4  104 
SAE 15W-40 −15  50  122 
Cat MTO Cat MTO  −20  40  −4  104 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −15  50  122 
Steering system for 785D, 793D, 793F, 795F, 797B, and 797F  Cat HYDO Advanced 30
Cat TDTO 
SAE 30(1)  −5  50  23  122 
Cat BIO HYDO Advanced "ISO 46" Multi-Grade  −30  45  −22  113 
Cat DEO-ULS SYN SAE 5W-40  −30  40  −22  104 
Cat DEO-ULS
Cat DEO
SAE 15W-40  −15  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −15  50  122 
Cat ECF-1-a, Cat ECF-2, Cat ECF-3 SAE 0W-30  −40  27  −40  77 
Hoist, Torque Converter, and Brake System  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  40  −40  104 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W(1)  −20  50  −4  122 
Differential, Front Wheels, and Final Drives (2)  Cat FDAO  SAE 60(1)  −10  50  14  122 
Cat FDAO SYN Multi-Grade  −25  50  -13  122 
Hydraulic Systems (includes Brake System, Steering System, Hoist System, and Electric Lubrication (Auto Lube) Pump) for 794 AC, 796 AC, 798 AC CatTDTO  SAE 10W  –20  50  –4  122 
Cat TDTO Cold Weather SAE 0W-20  –40  40  –40  104 
(1) Factory fill oil for standard configuration machines.
(2) Certain truck models up to 777 may use SAE 50 oils under certain operation conditions. These oils include Cat TDTO SAE 50 and commercial Cat TO-4 and Cat FD-1 SAE 50. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual of your truck for details.

Special Applications for Off Highway Trucks

Table 11
All models for 785, 789, 793, 795, 797 Off-Highway Truck Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures 
Compartment or System  Oil Type and Performance Requirements  Oil Viscosities  °C  °F 
Min Max Min Max 
Powered Stairway  Cat TDTO  SAE 10W(1)  50  32  122 
Cat TDTO Cold Weather SAE 0W-20  50  32  122 
MIL-H-5606A MIL-H-5606A  -40  40  -40  104 
(1) Factory fill oil for standard configuration machines.

Paving

This section includes, but not limited to the following models:

  • CS-323 through CS-683

  • CP-323 through CP-663

  • CB-14 through CB-34

  • CB-114 through CB-634

  • CC-24 through CC-34

  • CD44 through CD54

  • CS-44 through CS-76

  • CP-44 through CP-76

  • AS-2251 through AS-4251

  • PS-150 through PS-360

  • PF-300

  • PM-102 through PM-565

  • RM-250 through RM-500

  • AP-500 through AP-1055

  • BG-225 through BG-2455

For drive axles, Cat TDTO SAE 50 is preferred in most applications, particularly continuous operation. If the ambient temperature is below −15 °C (5 °F), warm up the oil prior to operation by performing the procedures in the OOperation and Maintenance Manual, "Engine and Machine Warm-Up". Failure to warm up the oil prior to operation can damage the machine.

Do not use API GL-5 or API GL-4 Gear Oils for the Vibratory Compactor Eccentric Weight Housing, Final Drive Planetary Drum, or Vibratory Support. Cat Synthetic Compactor Oil is a premium PAO (Polyalpaolefin) gear and bearing lubricant with no viscosity improvers.

For hydraulic systems that are not given in Table 12, refer to the hydraulic system recommendations given in Table 3.

Table 12
Paving Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures 
Compartment or System  Oil Type and Performance Requirements  Oil Viscosities  °C  °F 
Min Max Min Max 
Powershift, Manual Transmissions  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  10  −40  50 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W(1)  −20  10  −4  50 
SAE 30 35  32  95 
SAE 50 10  50  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −15  43  110 
Hydraulic Systems and Hydrostatic Transmissions for Asphalt Compactors Except for Pneumatic Compactors PS-150B s/n: 3XR00621-Up, PS-200B s/n: 5JR00393-Up, PS-360B s/n: 9LS00259-Up, PS-150C, and PS360C  Cat HYDO Advanced 10
Cat TDTO 
SAE 10W(1)  −20  40  −4  104 
Cat HYDO Advanced 20
Cat TDTO
(1)SAE 20  -5  45  23  113 
Cat HYDO Advanced 30
Cat TDTO
SAE 30  10  50  50  122 
Cat BIO HYDO Advanced ISO 46 Multi-Grade  −30  45  −22  113 
Cat TDTO Cold Weather SAE 0W-20  −40  40  −40  104 
Cat DEO Cold Weather SAE 0W-40  −40  40  −40  104 
Cat DEO-ULS SYN SAE 5W-40  -30  40  -22  104 
Cat ECF-1-a, CatECF-2, Cat ECF-3, SAE 0W-30  −40  40  −40  104 
Cat DEO
Cat DEO-ULS
SAE 10W-30  −20  40  −4  104 
SAE 15W-40 −15  50  122 
Cat MTO SAE 10W-40  −20  40  −4  104 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −15  50  122 
Hydraulic Systems and Hydrostatic Transmissions for Pneumatic Compactors PS-150B s/n: 3XR00621-Up, PS-200B s/n: 5JR00393-Up, PS-360B s/n: 9LS00259-Up, PS-150C, and PS360C  Cat TDTO-TMS  Multi-Grade  −15  50  122 
Drive Axles for Medium Compactors (815-826), Vibratory Soil Compactor model numbers with the E or higher suffix  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  −40  32 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −30  −22  32 
SAE 30 −25  25  −13  77 
SAE 50(1) −15  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −30  43  −22  110 
Drive Axles for Large Compactors  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  −40  32 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −30  −22  32 
SAE 30 −25  25  −13  77 
SAE 50(1) −15  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −25  22  −13  72 
Axle for the Series 500 Vibratory Soil Compactor models with the D suffix or lower  Cat MTO
commercial M2C 134-D 
SAE 10W-30  −25  40  −13  104 
Vibratory Compactor Eccentric Weight Housing, Final Drive Planetary Drum, and Vibratory Support  Cat Synthetic Compactor Oil  Synthetic ISO 220 (2)  −20  50  −4  122 
Commercial Synthetic Oil Synthetic ISO 220 (3)  −20  50  −4  122 
Synthetic ISO 68 (4) −47 21  −53  70 
(1) Factory fill oil for standard configuration machines.
(2) This Cat lubricant is a premium PAO (polyalphaolefin) synthetic gear oil with no viscosity improver. This lubricant has an ISO viscosity grade to 220, and a minimum viscosity index of 152.
(3) Commercial oil for this application should have a full synthetic base stock with no viscosity improvers and an ISO viscosity grade to 220, and a minimum viscosity index of 150.
(4) Select a synthetic lubricant with no viscosity improvers and ISO 68 viscosity grade. This lubricant should have a minimum viscosity index of 145 and a minimum pour point of −47° C (−53° F).

Table 13
Special Paving Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures 
Compartment or System  Oil Type and Performance Requirements  Oil Viscosities  °C  °F 
Min Max Min Max 
Propel Final Drive  Cat TDTO  SAE 50  10  50  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −20  43  −4  110 
Auger, Conveyor, and Pump Drive Reducers  Cat GO (Gear Oil)  SAE 80W-90(1)  −20  40  −4  104 
SAE 85W-140 −10  50  14  122 
Cat Synthetic GO SAE 75W-140  −30  45  −22  113 
API GL-5 gear oil SAE 75W-90  −30  40  −22  104 
SAE 90 40  32  104 
Track Idlers and Track Rollers  Cat DEO-ULS
Cat DEO 
SAE 15W-40(1)  −10  50  −14  122 
Cat DEO Cold Weather SAE 0W-40  −40  40  −40  104 
Cat DEO-ULS SYN SAE 5W-40  -35  40  -31  104 
Cat FDAO SYN Multi-grade  -30  50  -22  122 
(1) Factory fill oil for standard configuration machines.

Pipe Layers

Refer to the “General Information for Lubricants” article for important lubricant information.

This section includes, but not limited to the following models:

  • 561 through 589

  • PL61 through PL87

When you operate the machine at temperatures below −18 °C (0 °F), refer to Special Publication, SEBU5898, "Cold Weather Recommendations For All AVSpare Equipment". This publication is available from your Cat dealer.

Where recommended for use, Cat FDAO or commercial oil that meets Cat FD-1 are the preferred oil types to maximize gear life and bearing life. Do not use Cat FDAO or Cat FD-1 in compartments that contain clutches and/or brakes. Cat TDTO, Cat TDTO-TMS, or commercial oil that meets Cat TO-4 must be used in any compartment that contains friction material unless you are otherwise specified by Cat.

For the Final Drives in severe usage or in continuous operations, warmup is required. Exercise the final drives for several minutes with the engine at a partial throttle to warmup the oil prior to production operation.

For hydraulic systems that are not given in Table 14, refer to the hydraulic system recommendations given in Table 3.

Table 14
Pipe Layers Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures 
Compartment or System  Oil Type and Performance Requirements  Oil Viscosities  °C  °F 
Min Max  Min  Max 
Power Shift Transmission and Winch  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  −40  32 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −30  −22  32 
SAE 30(1) −25  25  −13  77 
SAE 50 −15  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −15  50  122 
PACCAR Winches  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  -40  10  -40  50 
Track Pins  Cat Synthetic GO  SAE 75W-140  −30  45  −22  113 
Cat GO (Gear Oil) SAE 80W-90(1)  −20  40  −4  104 
SAE 85W-140 −10  50  14  122 
API GL-5 gear oil SAE 75W-90  −30  40  −22  104 
SAE 90 40  32  104 
The Recoil Spring for the Track Roller Frame and the Pivot Shaft Bearings  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  −40  32 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −30  −22  32 
SAE 30(1) −20  25  −4  77 
SAE 50 50  32  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −25  25  −13  77 
Track Idlers and Track Rollers  Cat DEO-ULS
Cat DEO 
SAE 15W-40(1)  −10  50  14  122 
Cat DEO Cold Weather SAE 0W-40  −40  40  −40  104 
Cat DEO-ULS SYN SAE 5W-40  −35  40  -31  104 
Cat FDAO SYN Multi-Grade  -30  50  -22  122 
Final Drive(2)  Cat FDAO  SAE 60(1)  −7  50  19  122 
Cat TDTO SAE 50(3)  −15  32  90 
SAE 30 −25  15  −13  59 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −35  15  −31  59 
Cat FDAO SYN Multi-Grade  -15  50  122 
(1) Factory fill oil for standard configuration machines.
(2) These recommendations apply to moderate use or intermittent operation. For severe usage or continuous operation (multiple shifts), follow the severe application recommendations for Track Type Tractors final drives located in Table .
(3) Factory fill for PL61 standard configuration machine.

Skid Steer Loaders

Refer to the “General Information for Lubricants” article for important lubricant information.

This section includes, but not limited to the following models:

  • 216 through 299

For hydraulic systems that are not given in Table 15, refer to the hydraulic system recommendations given in Table 3.

Table 15
Skid Steer Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures 
Compartment or System  Oil Type and Performance Requirements  Oil Viscosities  °C  °F 
Min Max  Min  Max 
Track Idlers and Track Rollers for Compact Track Loaders  Extreme Pressure Go  ISO 220(1)  −40  50  −40  122 
Cat Synthetic Go 80W–90  −40  50  −40  122 
Final Drive for Multi Terrain Loaders and Compact Track Loaders  Cat Synthetic GO  SAE 75W-140  −30  45  −22  113 
(1) Factory fill for standard configuration machines.

Telehandler

Refer to the “General Information for Lubricants” article for important lubricant information.

This section includes, but not limited to the following models of Telehandlers:

Note: Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual for the most current fluid specifications on Telehandlers.

  • TH255 through TH514

  • TL642 through TL1255

Table 16
Telehandlers Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures 
Compartment or System  Oil Type and Performance Requirements  Oil Viscosities  °C  °F 
Min Max  Min  Max 
Hydraulic System, Service Brake System, Transmission, Differentials, and Front Drives for TH220, TH225, TH330, TH360.
and
Hydraulic systems for TH336, TH337, TH406, TH407, TH414, TH417, TH514, TH306D, TH357D, TH408D, TH3510D, TL642, TL943, TL1055, TL1255 and D series TH642, TH943, TH943, TL1055, TL1255,and Transmission pump for , TH6357D, TH408D, TH603D, TH3510D 
Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  40  −40  104 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W(1)  −20  40  −4  104 
SAE 30 10  50  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −20  50  −4  122 
Cat DEO-ULS
Cat DEO
SAE 15W-40  −15  50  122 
SAE 10W-30 -20  40  -4  104 
Cat DEO-ULS SYN SAE 5W-40  −30  40  -22  104 
Cat ECF-1-a
Cat ECF-2
Cat ECF-3
SAE 5W-30  -30  40  -22  104 
Axles differentials and Wheel Ends for TH336 through TH514, TL642C, and TL943C.  Cat TDTO  SAE 30  -20  40  -4  104 
Axles differentials and Wheel Ends for TL642, TL943, TL1055, and TL1255.
(Except for the C Series) and TH514D 
Cat Synthetic GO  SAE 75W-140  −30  45  −22  113 
Cat GO (Gear Oil) SAE 80W-90(1)  -23  49  −10  120 
SAE 85W-140 −12  59  10  120 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −20  50  −4  122 
Axles differentials and Wheel Ends for D seriesTL642, TL943, TL1055, TL1255  Cat GO(2)  SAE 80W-90(1)  —20  48  —4  118 
Cat TDTO-TMS(2) Multi-Grade  −20  48  −4  118 
API GL4 or API GL5
With limited slip additive
SAE 75W-90  -30  45  -22  113 
Axles differentials and Wheel Ends for TH306D, TH357D, TH408D, Th3510D  Cat Synthetic GO(2)  SAE 75W-140  —30  45  -22  113 
Cat GO (Gear Oil)(2) SAE 80W-90(1)  —20  50  -4  122 
SAE 85W-140 —10  50  14  122 
API GL5
With limited slip additive
SAE 90  -0  40  32  104 
SAE 80W-90 -20  40  -4  104 
SAE 75W-90 -40  40  -40  104 
SAE 75W -40  10  -40  50 
Transmission and Transfer Case for TL642, TL943, TL1055, and TL1255  Cat MTO  SAE 10W-30(3)  -23  40  -10  104 
Cat TDTO Cold Weather SAE 0W-20  -40  35  -40  95 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W(4)  -20  35  -4  95 
SAE 30 25  50  77  122 
SAE 50 10  50  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  10  50  50  122 
Cat ATF
Dexron or Mercon ATF
Multi-Grade Synthetic  -42  -1  -40  14 
Transmission and Transfer Case for TH406, TH407, TH514/417, TH336, and TH337  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  35  −40  95 
Transmission and Transfer Case for D series TL642, TL943, TL1055, TL1255, and TL514D  Cat TDTO  SAE 10W(1)  −20  35  −4  95 
SAE 30 25 50  77  122 
SAE 50 10 50  50  122 
Cat ECF-3
Cat ECF-2
Cat ECF-1
SAE 5–30  —30  20  —22  68 
SAE 0–50 -40  20  -40  68 
Brake Fluid  Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual for the machine being serviced 
(1) Factory fill oil for standard configuration machines and dealer service.
(2) Friction modifier 197-0017 is required for D series TL642, TL943, TL1055, TL1255
(3) Factory fill oil for standard configuration machines.
(4) Dealer service fill.

Track Loaders

Refer to the “General Information for Lubricants” article for important lubricant information.

This section includes, but not limited to the following models:

  • 933 through 973

For hydraulic systems that are not given in Table 17, refer to the hydraulic system recommendations given in Table 3.

Table 17
Track Loaders Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures 
Compartment or System  Oil Type and Performance Requirements  Oil Viscosities  °C  °F 
Min Max  Min  Max 
Final Drive  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  −40  32 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −30  −22  32 
SAE 30(1) −25  25  −13  77 
SAE 50 −15  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −30  25  −22  77 
Equalizer Bar End and Pin Joint  Cat Synthetic GO  SAE 75W-140  −30  45  −22  113 
Cat GO (Gear Oil) SAE 80W-90  −20  40  −4  104 
SAE 85W-140 −10  50  14  122 
API GL-5 gear oil SAE 75W-90  −30  40  −22  104 
SAE 90 40  32  104 
Track Roller Frame Recoil Spring and the Pivot Shaft Bearings  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  −40  32 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −30  −22  32 
SAE 30(1) −20  25  −4  77 
SAE 50 50  32  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −25  25  −13  77 
Track Idlers and Track Rollers  Cat DEO-ULS
Cat DEO 
SAE 15W-40(1)  −10  50  14  122 
Cat DEO Cold Weather SAE 0W-40  −40  40  −40  104 
Cat DEO-ULS SYN SAE 5W-40  −35  40  -31  104 
Cat FDAO SYN Multi-Grade  -30  50  -22  122 
(1) Factory fill oil for standard configuration machines.

Track Type Tractors

Refer to the “General Information for Lubricants” article for important lubricant information.

This section includes, but not limited to the following models:

  • D3 through D11

Where recommended for use, Cat FDAO SYN Cat FDAO or commercial oil that meets Cat FD-1 are the preferred oil types to maximize gear life and bearing life. Do not use Cat FDAO, Cat FDAO SYN, or Cat FD-1 in compartments containing clutches and/or brakes. Cat TDTO, Cat TDTO-TMS, or commercial oil that meets Cat TO-4 oil types must be used in any compartment containing friction material unless specified otherwise by Cat.

For the Final Drives in severe usage or in continuous operations, warmup is required. Exercise the final drives for several minutes with the engine at a partial throttle to warmup the oil prior to production operation.

For hydraulic systems that are not given in Table 18, refer to the hydraulic system recommendations given in Table 3.

Table 18
Track Type Tractors Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures 
Compartment or System  Application  Oil Type and Performance Requirements  Oil Viscosities  °C  °F 
Min Max  Min  Max 
Power Shift Transmissions  Normal  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  10  −40  50 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W −20  10  −4  50 
SAE 30(1) 35  32  95 
SAE 50 10  50  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-grade −15  43  −5  110 
Final Drive for D7E and Elevated Track Type Tractors (Except the D5M, D5N, D6M, and D6N)  Moderate Usage or Intermittent Operation  Cat FDAO  SAE 60(1)  -25  50  -13  122 
Cat TDTO SAE 50 -25  32  -13  90 
SAE 30 −30  15  −22  59 
CatTDTO-TMS Multi-grade −40  15  −40  59 
Cat FDAO SYN Multi-grade −40  50  -40  122 
Severe Usage or Continuous Operation (Multiple Shifts) Cat FDAO  SAE 60(1)  −35  50  −31  122 
Cat TDTO SAE 50  −35  14  −31  58 
SAE 30 −40  −40  32 
Cat FDAO SYN Multi-Grade  −40  50  −40  122 
Final Drive (Differential Gear Boxes) Oval Track Type Tractors (Including the D5M, D5N, D6M, and D6N)(Except the D7E)  Normal  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  -40  -40  32 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W -30  -22  32 
SAE 30 -25 25  -13  77 
SAE 50(1) -15 50  122 
(1) Factory fill oil for standard configuration machines.

Track Type Tractors Special Applications

Table 19
Special Track Type Tractors Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures 
Compartment or System  Application  Oil Type and Performance Requirements  Oil Viscosities  °C  °F 
Min Max  Min  Max 
End Pin Joints for the Equalizer Bar, Bogie Cartridge Pins, and Track Pins  Normal  Cat Synthetic GO  SAE 75W-140  −30  45  −22  113 
Cat GO SAE 80W-90(1) −20  40  −4  104 
SAE 85W-140 −10  50  14  122 
API GL-5 Gear Oil SAE 75W-90 -30  40  -22  104 
Winches (hydraulic drive)  Normal  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  −40  32 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W −20  10  −4  50 
SAE 30(1) 43  32  110 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade −10  35  14  95 
Track Roller Frame Recoil Spring Pivot Shaft Bearings  Normal  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  −40  32 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W −30  −22  32 
SAE 30(1) −20  25  −4  77 
SAE 50 50  32  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade −25  25  −13  77 
Track Idlers and Track Rollers  Normal  Cat DEO-ULS
Cat DEO 
SAE 15W-40(1)  -10  50  58  122 
Cat DEO Cold Weather SAE 0W-40 −40  40  −40  104 
Cat DEO-ULS SYN SAE 5W-40 −35  40  −31  104 
Cat FDAO SYN (2) Multi-Grade -30  50  -22  122 
Variable Pitch Fan  Normal  Cat DEO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-40  −40  40  −40  104 
Cat DEO-ULS SYN SAE 5W-40 −40  50  −40  122 
(1) Factory fill oil for standard configuration machines.
(2) Cat FDAO SYN is required for D11 track idlers.

Underground Mining Equipment

Refer to the “General Information for Lubricants” article for important lubricant information.

This section includes, but not limited to the following models:

  • AD30 through AD60

  • AE40

  • R1300 through R3000

For hydraulic systems that are not given in Table 20, refer to the hydraulic system recommendations given in Table 3.

Table 20
Underground Mining Equipment Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures 
Compartment or System  Oil Type and Performance Requirements  Oil Viscosities  °C  °F 
Min Max  Min  Max 
Power Shift Transmission  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  10  −40  50 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −20  10  −4  50 
SAE 30(1) 35  32  95 
SAE 50 10  50  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −15  43  −5  110 
Hoist, Torque Converter and Brake System
AD45 and AE40 
Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  40  −40  104 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −20  50  −4  122 
SAE 30(1) -15  50  122 
Drive Axles
AD30 - AD60, and AE40 
Cat FD-1  SAE 50  −10  32  14  90 
Cat FDAO SAE 60(1)  -10  50  14  122 
Cat FDAO SYN Multi-Grade  -10  50  14  122 
Drive Axles
Load Haul Dumps
R1300 - R3000(2) 
Cat TDTO  SAE 30  −20  20  −4  68 
SAE 50(1) −10 43  14  110 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −15  22  −5  72 
(1) Factory fill oil for standard configuration machines.
(2) R2900 uses SAE 50 fluid if equipped with axle oil cooling.

Wheel Excavators and Wheel Material Handlers

Refer to the “General Information for Lubricants” article for important lubricant information.

This section includes, but not limited to the following models of Wheel Excavators and Wheel Material Handlers:

  • M312 through M325

For hydraulic systems that are not given in Table 21, refer to the hydraulic system recommendations given in Table 3.

Table 21
Wheel Excavators and Wheel Material Handler Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures 
Compartment or System  Oil Type and Performance Requirements  Oil Viscosities  °C  °F 
Min Max Min Max 
Swing Drives
for
M325C MH, M325C L MH, M325D MH and M325D L MH 
CatTDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  −40  32 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −30  −22  32 
SAE 30(1) -25  25  -13  77 
SAE 50 -15  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −25  25  −13  77 
Final Drive and Axle for
M300A Series, M300C Series with Serial numbers 1 through 2000, M325C MH, M325C L MH, M325D MH and M325D L MH
(2) 
Cat Synthetic GO  SAE 75W-140  −30  45  −22  113 
Cat GO (Gear Oil) SAE 80W-90(1)  −20  40  −4  104 
SAE 85W-140 −10  50  14  122 
API GL-5 gear oil SAE 75W-90  −30  40  −22  104 
SAE 90 40  32  104 
Final Drive and Axle for
M300A Series, M300C Series, M300D Series, M325C MH, M325C L MH, M325D MH, and M325D L MH 
CatMTO  SAE 10W-30  −25  40  −13  104 
Commercial M2C 134-D
Transmission  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  −40  32 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −20  10  −4  50 
SAE 30 35  32  95 
SAE 50 10  50  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −15  43  110 
(1) Factory fill oil for standard configuration machines.
(2) All models require the use of limited slip additive, Cat 197-0017, Refer to the machine Operation and Maintenance Manual.

Wheel Loaders, Integrated Toolcarriers, Wheeled Dozers, and Compactors

Refer to the “General Information for Lubricants” article for important lubricant information.

This section includes Wheel Loaders and Integrated Toolcarriers, but not limited to the following models:

  • 902 through 994 Wheel Loaders

  • IT14 through IT62 Integrated Tool Carriers

This section includes Wheeled Dozers and Compactors, but not limited to the following models:

  • 814 through 854 Wheeled Dozers

  • 816 through 836 Landfill Compactors

  • 815 through 825 Soil Compactors

When you are operating the machine in temperatures below −20°C (−4°F), refer to Special Publication, SEBU5898, "Cold Weather Recommendations". This publication is available from your Cat dealer.

Wheel Loaders, Integrated Toolcarriers, Wheeled Dozers, and Compactors require the use of oil additives 1U-9891 and 185-4771 for axles that have a wet disc and axle shaft speed brakes. Refer to Special Lubricants for more information.

For hydraulic systems that are not given in Table 22, refer to the hydraulic system recommendations given in Table 3.

Table 22
Wheel Loaders, Integrated Toolcarriers, Wheeled Dozers, and Compactors
Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures 
Compartment or System  Oil Type and Performance Requirements  Oil Viscosities  °C  °F 
Min Max  Min  Max 
Power Shift Transmission  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  −40  32 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −20  10  −4  50 
SAE 30(1)(2) 35  32  95 
SAE 50 10  50  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −15  43  110 
Cat SATO Multigrade(1)(2)  -20  35  -4  95 
Advance Powertrain Transmission (APT)  Cat SATO  Multigrade(1)  -30  50  -22  122 
Cat TDTO Cold Weather SAE 0W-20  −40  20  −40  68 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −20  50  -4  122 
Final Drive, Differential, and Transfer Drive for 902, 906 and 908 Compact Wheel Loaders  Cat TDTO  SAE 30(1)  −20  43  −4  110 
Final Drive, Differential, and Transfer Drive for 904 Compact Wheel Loaders  Cat Synthetic GO  SAE 75W-140  −30  45  −22  113 
Cat GO (Gear Oil) SAE 80W-90(1)  −20  40  −4  104 
SAE 85W-140 −10  50  14  122 
Commercial API GL-5 SAE 75W-90  −30  40  −22  104 
SAE 90 40  32  104 
Final Drive, Differential, and Transfer Drive for Compact Wheel loaders, 910-914 (Except for 914G2)  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  −40  32 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −25  15  −13  59 
SAE 30(1) -20  43  -4  110 
SAE 50 10  50  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −30  43  -22  110 
Drive Axles for 914 G2 Compact Wheel Loaders  Cat MTO
API GL-4 
SAE 10W-30  -40  40  -40  104 
Drive Axles for
Small Wheel Loaders (924-938, except for 938K and 938M)
Medium Wheel Loaders (950-980)
IT12-IT62 Machines
Small and Medium Wheel Dozers (814, 824)
Medium Compactors (815-826) 
Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  -0  −40  32 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −25  15  −4  59 
SAE 30(1)(3) −20  43  −4  109 
SAE(4) 10  50  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −25  43  −13  110 
Drive Axles
for 938K and 938M 
Cat MTO  SAE 10W-30  -25  40  -13  104 
Drive Axles
for
Large Wheel Loaders (988-993),
Large Wheel Dozers (834-854),
and Large Compactors (836) 
Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  -10  −40  14 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −25  −4  32 
SAE 30 -20  20  -4  68 
SAE 50(1) -10  50  14  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −25  22  −13  72 
Drive Axles
for
994 Wheel Loader 
Cat TDTO  SAE 10W  −25  −13  32 
SAE 30 −20 20  −4  68 
SAE 50(5) −10 43  14  110 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −25  22  −13  72 
(1) Factory fill oil for standard configuration machines.
(2) Cat SATO is factory fill for APT and for Power Shift Transmission of M-Series 950-982 medium wheel loaders.
(3) Cat TDTO SAE 30 is factory fill for standard configuration Medium Wheel Loaders (950-980) and Medium Wheel Dozer (824).
(4) Cat TDTO SAE 50 is factory fill for standard configuration Small Wheel Dozer (814) and Medium Compactors (815-826).
(5) Dealer service fill for standard configuration machines.

Special Applications for 906, 907, 908

Table 23
Compact Wheel Loaders Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures 
Compartment or System  Oil Type and Performance Requirements  Oil Viscosities  °C  °F 
Min Max  Min  Max 
Brakes on Standard Drive  CatHYDO Advanced 10  SAE 10W  −20  40  −4  104 

Table 24
Special Additive Requirement for Axles on Wheel Loaders, IT machines, Wheel Dozers, and Compactors 
Required Volume of 1U-9891 Oil Additive or 185-4771 Oil Additive for axles that have Wet Disc, Axle Shaft Speed Brakes (1) 
Machine Model  Number of bottles per axle 
All Compact and Small (910-930) Wheel Loaders
IT28-IT62 Integrated Tool Carriers
938-962 Wheel Loaders, except 938K and 938M(2) 
0.5 
966F, 970F, 966G, and 972G Wheel Loaders
815 and 816 Compactors
814 Wheel Dozers 
1.0 
980F, 980G, and 980H Wheel Loaders
824G and 824H Wheel Dozers
825G, 825H, 826G, and 826H Compactors 
1.5 
988FII, 988G, and 988H Wheel Loaders
834B, 834G, and 834H Wheel Dozers
836, 836G, and 836H Compactors 
990 Series II Wheel Loaders
844 Wheel Dozers 
992G Wheel Loaders
854G Wheel Dozers
854K Wheel Dozers 
993K Wheel Loaders 
(1) Do not use 1U-9891 Oil Additive in brake compartments when the service brake is also used as the parking brake unless specifically recommended by AVSpare.
(2) Do not use this additive with the 938K and 938M wheel loaders.

Wheel Tractor-Scrapers

Refer to the “General Information for Lubricants” article for important lubricant information.

This section includes, but not limited to the following models:

  • 611 through 657

  • TS180 through TS225

For hydraulic systems that are not given in Table 25, refer to the hydraulic system recommendations given in Table 3.

Table 25
Wheel Tractor-Scrapers Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures 
Compartment or System  Oil Type and Performance Requirements  Oil Viscosities  °C  °F 
Min Max Min Max 
Transmission  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  −40  32 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −20  10  −4  50 
SAE 30(1) 50  32  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −15  50  122 
Non-driven Scraper Wheels except for 613G(2)  Cat FDAO  SAE 60(1)  −7  50  19  122 
Cat TDTO SAE 30  −25  15  −13  59 
CatFDAO SYN Multi-Grade  −15  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −35  15  −31  122 
Nondriven Scraper Wheels for 613G  Cat Utility Grease  NLGI 2  −30  40  −22  104 
Nondriven Scraper Wheels
(Towed Scrapers) 
Cat Synthetic GO  SAE 75W-140  −30  45  −22  113 
Cat GO (Gear Oil) SAE 80W-90(1)  −20  40  −4  104 
SAE 85W-140 −10  50  14  122 
API GL-5 gear oil SAE 75W-90  −30  40  −22  104 
SAE 90 40  32  104 
Differentials and Final Drives, Auger Lower Bearings, Auger, and Elevator Speed Reducers  Cat Synthetic GO  SAE 75W-140  −30  45  −22  113 
Cat GO (Gear Oil) SAE 80W-90(1)  −20  40  −4  104 
SAE 85W-140 −10  50  14  122 
API GL-5 gear oil SAE 75W-90  −30  40  −22  104 
SAE 90 40  32  104 
Brake Circulation for 620H Series  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  -40  40  -40  104 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W(1)  -20  50  -4  122 
Elevator Lower Rollers  Cat DEO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-40  −40  40  −40  104 
Cat DEO-ULS
Cat DEO
SAE 15W-40  −10  50  14  122 
(1) Factory fill oil for standard configuration machines.
(2) Non-driven scraper wheels (except for 613G) can also use the gear oils listed under Differentials and Final Drives in this table.

Petroleum Transmissions

Refer to the “General Information for Lubricants” article for important lubricant information.

This section includes, but not limited to the following models:

  • TH31-E61 through TH55-E90

  • CX31-P600

  • CX35-P800

For hydraulic systems that are not given in Table 26, refer to the hydraulic system recommendations given in Table 3.

Table 26
Petroleum Transmissions Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures 
Compartment or System  Oil Type and Performance Requirements  Oil Viscosities  °C  °F 
Min Max Min Max 
Petroleum Transmissions TH48-E70, TH48-E80, TH55-E70, and TH55-E90  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  10  −40  50 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −20  10  −4  50 
SAE 30(1) 50  32  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −10  50  14  122 
Petroleum Transmissions TH31-E61and TH35-E81  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  22  −40  72 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −20  22  −4  72 
SAE 30(1) 10  50  50  122 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-Grade  −15  50  122 
(1) Factory fill oil for standard configuration machines.

On-Highway Transmissions

Refer to the “General Information for Lubricants” article for important lubricant information.

This section includes the following models:

  • CX28, CX31, and CX35

Cat CX Series transmissions are used in both on and off-highway.

Typical on-highway applications include: line haul, pick up and delivery, beverage delivery, public service dump, emergency vehicles, and recreational vehicles with living accommodations.

Typical off-highway applications include: dump trucks, transit mixers, refuse trucks, all wheel drive public utility trucks, yard spotters, concrete pumpers, heavy equipment transport, and specialty PTO applications.

Fluid change intervals for Standard Cat CX Series transmissions and Standard and Retarder Cat CX Series transmissions are different. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual for your transmission or consult your Cat dealer for details.

Fluid change intervals for severe applications are shorter than fluid change intervals for general applications. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual for your transmission or consult your Cat dealer for details.

Table 27
On-Highway Transmissions Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures 
Compartment or System  Oil Type and Performance Requirements  Oil Viscosities  °C  °F 
Min Max Min Max 
On-Highway Transmissions CX28, CX31, and CX35  Cat ATF-HD2(1)(2)  Multi-Grade Synthetic  −23  45  −10  113 
(1) For temperatures lower than −23° C (−10° F), warm up the engine for 20 minutes or use an appropriate transmission oil heater.
(2) Cat AT-1, Dexron III, Dexron IV, and Dexron VI specifications define the minimum requirements for alternative commercial oils for use in Cat CX series transmissions.

Special Applications

Refer to the “General Information for Lubricants” article for important lubricant information.

This section includes, but not limited to the special applications that apply to Cat equipment.

Table 28
Special Applications Lubricant Viscosities for Ambient Temperatures 
Compartment or System  Oil Type and Performance Requirements  Oil Viscosities  °C  °F 
Min Max  Min  Max 
Starting Engine  SH
SJ
SL 
SAE 0W-20  −40  40  −40  104 
SAE 0W-30 −40  40  −40  104 
SAE 5W-20 −30  10  −22  50 
SAE10W −20  50  −4  122 
Starting Engine Transmission  Cat TDTO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-20  −40  10  −40  50 
CatDEO Cold Weather SAE 0W-40  −40  40  −40  104 
Cat DEO-ULS SYN SAE 5W-40  −40  50  −40  122 
Cat TO-4 SAE 5W-20  −30  10  −22  50 
Cat TDTO SAE 10W  −30  20  −22  68 
SAE 30 −10  25  14  77 
Variable Pitch Fan  Cat DEO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-40  −40  40  −40  104 
Cat DEO-ULS SYN SAE 5W-40  −40  50  −40  122 
Hydraulic Hammer  Cat HYDO Advanced 10  SAE 10W  −20  50  −4  122 
Cat HYDO Advanced 20 SAE 20  -5  45  23  113 
Cat HYDO Advanced 30 SAE 30  10  50  50  122 
Cat BIO HYDO Advanced "ISO 46" Multi-Grade  −40  40  −4  104 
Cat ECF-1-a, Cat ECF-2, Cat ECF-3, Cat TO-4 SAE 0W-30  −40  10  −40  50 
Cat DEO-ULS
Cat DEO
SAE 15W-40  −15  50  122 
Cat MTO SAE10W-30  −20  40  −4  104 
Cat TDTO-TMS Multi-grade  −15  50  122 
Bar and Chain Oil  Cat DEO Cold Weather  SAE 0W-40  −40  40  −40  104 
Cat DEO-ULS
CatDEO
SAE 10W-30  −18  40  104 
SAE 15W-40 −10  50  14  122 

Information System:

Cat Commercial Diesel Engine Fluids Recommendations Cold Weather Lubricants
631E Series II Wheel Tractor-Scrapers Specialty Lubricants
631E Series II Wheel Tractor-Scrapers Lubricating Grease
Challenger 35, Challenger 45 and Challenger 55 Agricultural Tractors Multipurpose Tractor Oil
631E Series II Wheel Tractor-Scrapers Gear Oil
631E Series II Wheel Tractor-Scrapers Transmission/Drive Train Oil
631E Series II Wheel Tractor-Scrapers Hydraulic Oil
631E Series II Wheel Tractor-Scrapers Engine Oil - Cat Machine Diesel Engines
D6M Track-Type Tractor Transmission Oil - Change
D6M Track-Type Tractor Power Train Steering and Brake Control Valve
631E Series II Wheel Tractor-Scrapers Lubricant Information
D6M Track-Type Tractor Fuel System Primary Filter - Clean/Replace
631E Series II Wheel Tractor-Scrapers S·O·S Services Oil Analysis
631E Series II Wheel Tractor-Scrapers Fuel Recommendations
Challenger 35, Challenger 45 and Challenger 55 Agricultural Tractors General Coolant Information
631E Series II Wheel Tractor-Scrapers Coolant Recommendations
Cat Commercial Diesel Engine Fluids Recommendations Extended Life Coolant Cooling System Maintenance
3208 Marine Engine S·O·S Coolant Analysis
Cat Commercial Diesel Engine Fluids Recommendations Reference Material
D6M Track-Type Tractor Power Train Steering Clutch and Brake and Foot Brake Controls Linkage
651E Wheel Tractor-Scraper Braking System - Test
651E Wheel Tractor-Scraper Cab Air Filter - Clean/Replace
651E Wheel Tractor-Scraper Circuit Breakers - Reset
D5M Track-Type Tractor Air Conditioner - Test