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Lubrication
Lubrication
Lube Change Intervals
This product combines the latest manufacturing and part
washing technology. When filled with a Dana approved syn-
thetic lubricant at the factory, the initial drain is not re-
quired.
Change the lubricant within the first 5,000 miles of operation
when not using a
Spicer approved synthetic lubricant in
either a new axle or after a carrier head replacement. Base
subsequent lubricant changes on a combination of the follow-
ing chart and user assessment of the application and operating
environment.
Severe Service Lubrication Change Intervals - Severe service
applications are those where the vehicle consistently operates
at or near its maximum GCW or GVW ratings, dusty or wet en-
vironments, or consistent operation on grades greater than
8%. For these applications, the ON/OFF HIGHWAY portion of
the chart should be used. Typical applications are construc-
tion, logging, mining and refuse removal.
Note: Clean metallic particles from the magnetic filler plug and
drain plugs. Clean or replace the breather yearly to avoid
lube contamination due to water ingestion.
* Axles using LMS wheel end system
** Axles using adjustable wheel bearing system
Synthetic
or Mineral Lubricant SAE Change Interval for Line Haul Change Interval for Voca-
tional
Synthetic* SHAES-256 SAE 75W-90 500,000 miles [800,000 Km] or
5 years 120,000 miles (193,000 Km)
or 1year
Synthetic** SHAES-256 SAE 75W-90,
75W-140 250,000 miles (400,000 Km) or
3 years 60,000 miles [96,500 Km] or 1
year
Mineral
Base MIL-L-2105E/J02360,
API GL-5 Gear Oil,
MIL-PRF-2105E 75W, 75W-90,
75W-140, 80W-
90, 85W-140 120,000 miles [193,000 Km] or
1 year 60,000 miles [96,500 Km] or
1 year