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Together, stronger! First brand - First in innovation Dr. John Ellis created the petroleum industry’s first brand in 1866. To free the jammed valves of a large V-shaped steam engine he used his own cylinder oil. He soon registered the name VALVOLINE as the world’s first trademarked lubricant brand. Today, Valvoline lubricants, chemicals and car care products are manufactured, marketed and sold in more than 100 countries by Ashland Consumer Markets, a commercial unit of Ashland Inc. The innovative edge Ashland operates a worldwide network of laboratories that develop and test Valvoline products. These high-quality products go beyond industry specifications, giving users the confidence that their vehicles will operate at peak performance. Over a century of quality With nearly 140 years of success, the Valvoline brand is recognized as a leader in product and service quality, with millions of loyal customers around the world.
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Quality that endures Dr. Ellis introduced a brand that represents innovation and quality. The industry has changed a lot since, but the passion and the drive to deliver groundbreaking engine solutions lives on in today’s high-performance Valvoline products.
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Today’s gearboxes and transmissions are designed to produce higher levels of performance than before. This in turn requires that high quality and increasingly complex gear lubricants are used. For years Valvoline has manufactured and marketed a high quality range of gear oils which are a result of extensive field experience and R & D facilities / initiatives.
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INTRODUCTION TO DRIVELINE LUBRICANTS
There are a number of transmission types with different applications and advantages.
Shift Time (ms)
Manual
Automated Manual
Automatic
DCT
CVT not applicable
500 - 1000
300 - 500
400 - 800
150 - 300
Fuel Consumption Savings
Baseline
+ 2-4%
- 5-10%
+ 3-5%
+ 3-5%
Weight
Baseline
+ 5-6%
Up to 50%
+ 15-30%
+ 10-15%
Cost (Euro)
350 - 600
500 - 700
1100 - 1400
900 - 1600
1300 - 1500
CO2 Reduction
Baseline
3-5%
- 10%
4-8%
Up to 10%
Fiat, PSA, GM
BMW, Daimler, VW
VW, Ford, Fiat, PSA
VW (Audi), Mercedes, Asian
GM, PSA, Fiat, Renault-Nissan
Key OEMs
Customer Acceptance
Low cost, Best shift quality, Expensive, High fuel efficiency, Poor shift quality, Expensive, High comfort levels, Ease of Good fuel efficiency Excellent fuel Not sporty enough maintenance efficiency
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This makes the world of driveline lubricants complicated. Many passenger car manufacturers apply their own driveline technology and use lubricants that last the entire life cycle of transmissions. To reduce this complexity Valvoline has developed a multi-vehicle driveline range that meet specifications of most main passenger car models. With commercial vehicle manufacturers the use Meritor axles or in-house manufactured axles is common. The most often used transmissions are manufactured by ZF or Eaton and in some cases in-house developed and produced transmissions. The chart below shows the detailed information for the main commercial vehicles manufacturers. The Valvoline driveline range has the latest OEM approvals for commercial vehicles.
70000 Meritor Axles
60000 50000 ZF & Iveco transmissions
40000
Volvo, ZF & Eaton transmissions
ZF & Eaton transmissions
30000 ZF & Eaton transmissions
20000
ZF & Eaton transmissions
10000 0
Mercedes
MAN
IVECO
DAF ■ 2010
Volvo ■ 2009
Scania
Renault
Others
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WHAT MAKES A GOOD DRIVELINE OIL? Optimum viscosity The transmission oil’s resistance to flow is a key characteristic and has a major effect on how the transmissions perform. If the fluid is thicker, it will flow through the system less easily and may affect operating efficiencies. If the fluid is too thin it will flow more easily which could result in better fuel economy, but could also fail to sufficiently lubricate and protect your system.
Thermal stability As time goes by, anti-wear additives in systems break down naturally, a process that can be accelerated by high temperatures. As a result, slough and varnish form, which can clog and reduce flow and interrupt system operation. Acids that are also formed can corrode some components. To reduce these problems, Valvoline transmission oils are thermally stable, long lasting and protect the whole power train.
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Transmissions are vulnerable to water and condensation that can mix, causing corrosion of parts. Water can also react with additives to form compounds that degrade components. Valvoline transmission oils contain anti-corrosion agents that protect system parts.
Compatibility with seals Most transmissions incorporate seals made of elastomers and contact with transmission oils can cause seals to harden, swell or crack, particularly at high temperatures. Valvoline transmission oils are compatible with seals under a wide range of conditions.
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Requirements for Transmission Oil > Lubrication of sliding /rolling friction parts > Internal cooling of gears by transport heat to gearbox housing or the separate oil container > Protections against corrosion, wear, deposit, foam > Oxidation stability to allow long drain oil intervals > Elastomer compatibility sealing materials must not become brittle or soft and they must not shrink > Specific friction characteristics compatible with synchronizer materials to ensure optimum gear shift > Optimum viscosity for cold start and high temperature operations
Requirements for Automatic Transmission Fluid > Lubrication of sliding /rolling friction parts > Internal cooling of components by transport of heat to transmission box housing or the separate oil cooler > Protection against corrosion, wear, deposit, foam > Durability to allow long drain intervals > Elastomer compatibility sealing materials must not become brittle or soft and they must not shrink > Specific frictional characteristics for clutches and brake bands for shift comfort and torque capacity > Torque transfer from torque convertors > Optimum Viscosity for cold start and high temperature operations 006
Requirements for Double Clutch Transmissions Fluid > Lubrication of sliding /rolling friction parts > Internal cooling of gears by transport of heat to gearbox housing or the separate oil cooler and the multi-disc clutch > Protections against corrosion, wear, deposit, foam > Oxidation stability to allow long drain oil intervals > Elastomer compatibility sealing materials must not become brittle or soft and they must not shrink > Application of specific and constant friction characteristics in clutches and synchronization unit for shift comfort and torque capacity > Optimum viscosity for cold start and high temperature operations > Excellent antifoam and air release behavior to ensure right function of the hydraulics unit (mechatronic)
Requirements for Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid > Lubrication of sliding /rolling friction parts > Internal cooling of components by transport of heat to housing or the separate oil cooler > Special protection against corrosion, wear, foam > Durability to allow long drain intervals > Elastomer compatibility sealing materials must not become brittle or soft and they must not shrink > Application of specific frictional characteristics in clutches or brake bands for shift comfort and torque capacity > Torque transfer in and torque variator CVT > Metal on metal friction between belt and pulley > Optimum Viscosity for cold start and high temperature operations
Valvoline guaranteed performance driveline lubricants protect your gears, transmissions and axles in all operating conditions regardless of whether you have a new car, truck or an old bus. Gear Boxes and Manual transmissions (GL-4)
Axle (GL-5)
Automatic transmissions
DCT/CVT
SynPower Xtreme GL-4 75W-80 SynPower® TDL 75W-90 SynPower GL-4 75W-80
SynPower TDL 75W-90 SynPower GL-5 75W-140
SynPower ATF SynPower ATF 134 SynPower ATF ‘+4’
SynPower DCT VA SynPower CVT
MaxLife GL-4 75W-90 MaxLife GL-4 75W-80
Valvoline TDL 80W-90 Valvoline GL-4 80W-90 Valvoline GL-4 75W-80 Valvoline GL-4 80W Valvoline GL-5 RPC 75W-80
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VALVOLINE DRIVELINE OILS
MaxLife ATF Durablend GL-5 75W-90
Durablend GL-5 75W-90 LS
Valvoline Exterme GL-5 80W-90 Valvoline TDL 80W-90 Valvoline GL-5 80W-90 Valvoline GL-5 85W-140
Valvoline GL-5 80W-90 LS
Valvoline ATF DEX/MERC Valvoline ATF TYPE D Valvoline ATF TYPE DX-II
Taking all variables into account, choosing a lubricant may seem complicated. Therefore please follow the OEM advice and check your choice at the on-line Lub-advisor (www.valvolineeurope.com) or in the Valvoline Recommendation Booklet.
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DID YOU KNOW? API specifications are commonly used for gear oil classification
The American Petroleum Institute (API) created a classification system for gear oils based on application conditions and the type of gears most commonly used. The presence of frictional systems such as clutches or synchromesh rings in gearboxes as well as sealing material compatibility or component wear are not included. API gear oil classifications are now internationally recognized and used. The performance requirements for automotive gear lubricants depend on their intended use. API Category GL-4 designates the type of service characteristic for spiral-bevel and hypoid gears in automotive axles operating under moderate speeds and loads. These oils may be used in selected manual transmission and transaxle applications. API Category GL-5 designates the type of service characteristic for gears - particularly hypoids in automotive axles – operating under high-speed and/or low-speed, high-torque conditions. API Category MT-1 designates lubricants intended for non-synchronized manual transmissions used in buses and heavy-duty trucks. Lubricants meeting API MT-1 provide protection against the combination of thermal degradation, component wear, and oil seal deterioration.
For problem-free operation over the entire life cycle of the vehicle, today’s passenger car gearboxes need high-performance lubricants which protect against wear and significantly increase shifting comfort. In addition, extending oil change intervals make considerable demands on the quality of the oils. Valvoline has developed a range of lubricants that provide the best protection.
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Valvoline Passenger Cars Range
Manual Transmission and Axle Oils
SynPower® TDL 75W-90
SynPower GL-5 75W-140
SynPower GL-4 75W-80
Full synthetic gearbox and axle oil for the total drive line to be used where GL-3/4/5 are recommended. Provides fuel economy and extended drainage. Superior thermal stability.
Full synthetic axle oil for heavy-duty and 4WD applications in severe conditions. Provides superior wear and corrosion protection and thermal stability. Used where 75W-140 is recommended
Full synthetic gearbox oil for trucks, buses and cars. Provides fuel economy and protection for mixed fleets. Suitable for ZF transmission with intarders.
Approvals/Performance levels: API GL-3,4,5 API MT-1, MAN 3343 SL, MAN 3343 Type S, MAN 341 Type E3 (Eaton axles), MB-235.8, Scania STO:1, Volvo 97312, ZF TE-ML 02B, 05B, 07A, 08, 12B, 16F, 17B, 19C, 21B
Approvals/Performance levels: API GL-5, API MT-1, STO 1:0
Approvals/Performance levels: API: GL-4, MAN 341 type Z-3, Z-4, Volvo 97305, ZF TE-ML 01L, 02L, 08, 16K. Suitable for use in DAF, Iveco, Renault, and Eaton where such an oil is recommended (check owners manual).
MaxLife MTF 75W-80
MaxLife MTF 75W-90
Durablend GL-5 75W-90 LS
Multi-vehicle transmission oil for passenger cars. Specially developed to maximize performance and improve gear shifting. Covers almost 60% of passenger market.
Multi-vehicle transmission for passenger cars. Specially developed to maximize performance and improve gear shifting. Covers almost 40% of passenger market.
Synthetic blend axle oil for heavy-duty and 4WD with limited slip differentials. Provides excellent wear protection.
Approvals/Performance levels: Covers BMW, Mini, Mercedes, Smart, Alfa Romeo, Fiat, Volvo, Honda, Citroen, Peugeot, Renault, Dacia, Seat, Skoda, VW
Approvals/Performance levels: Covers Lancia, Ford, Chevrolet, Opel, Saab, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Mitsubishi, Nissa, Suzuki, Land Rover, Jaguar, Toyota
Approvals/Performance levels: API GL-5
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Durablend GL-5 75W-90
Valvoline TDL 80W-90
Valvoline GL-5 80W-90 LS
Synthetic blend axle oil for trucks, buses and cars. Provides excellent wear protection.
Gearbox and axle oil to be used where GL3/4/5 is recommended. Provides extended drainage.
Axle oil for heavy-duty and 4WD with limited slip differentials. Provides proven wear protection.
Approvals/Performance levels: API GL-5
Approvals/Performance levels: GL-3,4,5,API MT1, Mac GO-J, MAN 341 E-2, MAN 3343M, MB-235.0, Renault, STO 1:0, DAF, Iveco, ZF TE-MIL 02B, 07A, 08, 12E, 16B,C,D,17B, 19B, 21A
Approvals/Performance levels: API: GL-5
Valvoline GL-5 80W-90
Valvoline GL-5 RPC 75W-80
Valvoline GL-4 80W
Axle oil specially developed for heavyduty applications. Provides extended drainage.
Gearbox oil specially developed for Renault, Peugeot and Citroen hand shifted transmissions.
Gearbox oil for trucks, buses, vans and cars. Provides proven wear protection.
Approvals/Performance levels: API: GL-5
Approvals/Performance levels: API: GL-5, Peugeot, Renault, Citroen
Approvals/Performance levels: API: GL-4
Valvoline GL-4 80W-90
Valvoline GL-4 75W-80
Gearbox oil for trucks, buses and cars. Provides proven wear protection.
Gearbox oil for trucks, buses and cars. Provides proven wear protection.
Approvals/Performance levels: API: GL-4
Approvals/Performance levels: API: GL-4
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Automatic Transmission Fluids
SynPower ATF
SynPower DCT VA
SynPower CVT
Full synthetic ATF for trucks, buses and cars. Provides extended drainage.
Full synthetic DCT fluid for double clutch transmissions for VW and Audi. Do not mix with any other gear oils.
Synthetic technology multi-vehicle CVT fluid for most belt and chain driven CVTs. Not recommended for Hybrid CVT units (Toyota, Ford).
Approvals/Performance levels: VW TL 521 82. VW G 052 182 A2; VW G 052 182 A6
BMW / Mini cooper EZL 799; Dodge/Jeep NS-2, CVT fluid +4; Ford CVT23, CVT30, Mercon C; GM/Saturn DEX-CVT; Honda HMMF; Hyundai/Kia SP-III (not in automatic transmissions); MB-236.20; Mitsubishi CVT fluid J1, SP-III (not in automatic transmissions), Nissan NS-2, Subaru Lineartronic CVT fluid, Suzuki TC, NS-2, CVT Green 1, VW/Audi TL 52180, G 052 180
Approvals/Performance levels: GM Dexron IIE, Ford Mercon, MB 236.8, MAN 339 Z-2, 339 V-2, Allison C-4, Caterpillar TO-2, Voith H55.633633 (extended drain) (former Voith G 1363), ZF TE-ML 09X, 11A, 14B, 16L, Volvo 97335
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SynPower ATF 134
SynPower ATF ‘+4’
Full synthetic ATF approved by Mercedes-Benz for NAG-2 automatic transmissions.
Full synthetic ATF approved by Chrysler for +4 automatic transmissions.
Approvals/Performance levels: MB-236. 14
Approvals/Performance levels: Chrysler MS 9602 (ATF +4), MS 7176 (ATF +2, +3)
MaxLife ATF Full synthetic multi-vehicle ATF for passenger car. Specially developed to maximize temperature protection.
Valvoline ATF DEX/MERC
Valvoline ATF TYPE D
Synthetic blend ATF for modern compact transmissions. Provides protection against higher operating temperatures.
ATF for truck, buses and cars where Dexron IID is specified.
Approvals/Performance levels: GM Dexron III G-34221, Ford Mercon M-020602, Nissan (all models), Allison C-4, Caterpillar TO-2
Approvals/Performance levels: GM Dexron IID, Ford Mercon, BMW Group 24, MAN 339 Z-1, V-1 (former type D), MB-236.6, Voith H55.6335.33 former G 607, Voith H55.6336.33 former G 1363, Allison C-4, Caterpillar TO-2, ZF TE-ML 03D, 04D, 09X, 11A, 14A, 17C
Approvals/Performance levels: GM Dexron IID, IIE, III, IIIH, VI, 9986195 Ford Mercon, Mercon V, SP, LV , FNR 5, BMW LT 71141, LA 2634, M-1375.4,6; ETL-7045E, ETL8072BChrysler ATF +3, Diamond SP-III, NAG- 1,3403 M115 Hyundai SPH-IV, Honda/Acura ATF-Z1 (not CVT), KIA SP-II & SP-III, KIA Red 1, MAN 339 type D, F, Z1, Z2, V1, V2, Mazda M-V, Mini Cooper Mopar AS68RC, Mitsubishi Diamond SPII, SP-III, MB236.1,2,3,5,6,7,8,9,10,11, NAG-1 (not for 236.12, 14, 20), ATF 3403-M155, Nissan/Infiniti S,D,J,K-matic, Subaru ATF, ATF-HP, Toyota T, T-III, T-IV, WS (except Hybrids), Volvo 1161521, 1161540, STD1273.41, VW/ Audi G-052-025-A2, G-055-005-A2, G-052-162-A1, G-052-162-A6, G-052-990-A2, G-060-162-A2, Aisin Warner AW-1, JWS 3309, Allison C-4, TES 389, TES 295, (extended drain intervals only with used oil sample analysis). Voith H55.6335.33, Voith H55.6336.33, ZF TE-ML 14B, 16L, 17C, ATF M 1375.4,6, Jatco N 402
Manual Transmission and Axle Oils
SynPower® TDL 75W-90
SynPower Xtreme GL-4 75W-80
SynPower GL-5 75W-140
Full synthetic gearbox and axle oil for total drive line to be used where GL3/4/5 are recommended. Provides fuel economy and extended drainage. Superior thermal stability.
Full synthetic gearbox oil specially developed for heavy-duty applications. Provides extended drainage.
Full synthetic axle oil for heavy-duty and 4WD applications in severe conditions. Provides superior wear and corrosion protection and thermal stability. Used where 75W-140 is recommended
Approvals/Performance levels: API GL-3,4,5 API MT-1, MAN 3343 SL, MAN 3343 Type S, MAN 341 Type E3 (Eaton axles), MB-235.8, Scania STO:1, Volvo 97312, ZF TE-ML 02B, 05B, 07A, 08, 12B, 16F, 17B, 19C, 21B
Approvals/Performance levels: MAN 341 type E4 and VR, MB-235.29, Voith Retarder 153.00090010, Volvo 97307, EATON Manual Transmission
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Valvoline Commercial Vehicles Range
Approvals/Performance levels: API GL-5, API MT-1, STO 1:0
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SynPower GL-4 75W-80
Durablend GL-5 75W-90 LS
Durablend GL-5 75W-90
Full synthetic gearbox oil for trucks, buses and cars. Provides fuel economy and protection for mixed fleets. Suitable for ZF transmissions with intarders.
Synthetic blend axle oil for heavy-duty and 4WD with limited slip differentials. Provides excellent wear protection.
Synthetic blend axle oil for trucks, buses and cars. Provides excellent wear protection.
Approvals/Performance levels: API: GL-4, MAN 341 type Z-3, Z-4, Volvo 97305, ZF TE-ML 01L, 02L, 08, 16K. Suitable for use in DAF, Iveco, Renault, and Eaton where such an oil is recommended (check owners manual).
Approvals/Performance levels: API GL-5
Approvals/Performance levels: API GL-5
Valvoline TDL 80W-90
Valvoline Xtreme GL-5 80W-90
Valvoline GL-5 80W-90 LS
Gearbox and axle oil to be used where GL3/4/5 is recommended. Provides extended drainage.
Axle oil specially developed for heavyduty applications. Provides extended drainage.
Axle oil for heavy-duty and 4WD with limited slip differentials. Provides proven wear protection.
Approvals/Performance levels: GL-3,4,5,API MT1, Mac GO-J, MAN 341 E-2, MAN 3343M, MB-235.0, Renault, STO 1:0, DAF, Iveco, ZF TE-MIL 02B, 07A, 08, 12E, 16B,C,D,17B, 19B, 21A
Approvals/Performance levels: API: GL-5 API: MT-1, Mack GO-J, MAN 342 Type M-3, MB-Approval 235.20, Scania STO 1:0, ZF TE-ML 05A, 07A, 12E, 16B/C/D, 17D, 19B, 21A
Approvals/Performance levels: API: GL-5
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Valvoline GL-5 80W-90
Valvoline GL-5 85W-140
Valvoline GL-4 80W
Axle oil specially developed for heavyduty applications. Provides extended drainage.
Axle oil for heavy-duty and 4WD applications in severe conditions. Not for limited slip differentials.
Gearbox oil for trucks, buses, vans and cars. Provides proven wear protection.
Approvals/Performance levels: API: GL-5
Approvals/Performance levels: API: GL-5, MACK GO-J
Approvals/Performance levels: API: GL-4
Valvoline GL-4 80W-90
Valvoline GL-4 75W-80
Gearbox oil for trucks, buses and cars. Provides proven wear protection.
Gearbox oil for trucks, buses and cars. Provides proven wear protection.
Approvals/Performance levels: API: GL-4
Approvals/Performance levels: API: GL-4
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Automatic Transmission Fluids
SynPower ATF
SynPower CVT
Valvoline ATF DEX/MERC
Full synthetic ATF for trucks, buses and cars. Provides extended drainage.
Synthetic technology multi-vehicle CVT fluid for most belt and chain driven CVTs. Not recommended for Hybrid CVT units (Toyota, Ford).
Synthetic blend ATF for modern compact transmissions. Provides protection against higher operating temperatures.
Approvals/Performance levels: BMW / Mini cooper EZL 799; Dodge/Jeep NS-2, CVT fluid +4; Ford CVT23, CVT30, Mercon C; GM/Saturn DEX-CVT; Honda HMMF; Hyundai/Kia SP-III (not in automatic transmissions); MB236.20; Mitsubishi CVT fluid J1, SP-III (not in automatic transmissions), Nissan NS-2, Subaru Lineartronic CVT fluid, Suzuki TC, NS-2, CVT Green 1, VW/Audi TL 52180, G 052 180
Approvals/Performance levels: GM Dexron III G-34221, Ford Mercon M-020602, Nissan (all models), Allison C-4, Caterpillar TO-2
Approvals/Performance levels: GM Dexron IIE, Ford Mercon, MB 236.8, MAN 339 Z-2, 339 V-2, Allison C-4, Caterpillar TO-2, Voith H55.633633 (extended drain) (former Voith G 1363), ZF TE-ML 09X, 11A, 14B, 16L, Volvo 97335
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The information presented in this brochure is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, because the conditions and methods of use of the products are beyond Ashland’s control, Ashland cannot assume any responsibility for performance or results obtained through the use of the products herein described. It shall be the responsibility of the user to determine the suitability of any of the products mentioned for the user’s specific use. Ashland’s sole warranty is that the products shall at the time of delivery conform to the technical specifications in effect at the time of shipment. Any warranties that may be applicable pursuant to any laws or regulations, including any warranties of fitness for a particular purpose or merchantability, are expressly excluded. Unless expressly agreed otherwise, Ashland’s liability with regard to non-conforming products will be limited to the replacement value. Statements or suggestions concerning the possible use of the products described herein are made without representation or warranty that any such use is free of patent infringement and are not recommendations to infringe any patent. Although every care is taken to ensure accuracy and completeness in compiling these data, no liability can be accepted for damage or loss caused by any errors or omissions in the information given.
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