STRIP-WEAR 1781685 - Caterpillar

General Information
Because of government regulations regarding the certification of exhaust emissions, the lubricant recommendations must be followed.Engine Manufacturers Association (EMA) Oils
The "Engine Manufacturers Association Recommended Guideline on Diesel Engine Oil" is recognized by Caterpillar. For detailed information about this guideline, see the latest edition of EMA publication, "EMA LRG-1".API Oils
The Engine Oil Licensing and Certification System by the American Petroleum Institute (API) is recognized by Caterpillar. For detailed information about this system, see the latest edition of the "API publication No. 1509". Engine oils that bear the API symbol are authorized by API.
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Typical API symbol
Diesel engine oils CC, CD, CD-2, and CE have not been API authorized classifications since 1 January 1996. Table 1 summarizes the status of the classifications.
Table 1
API Classifications
Current Obsolete
CI-4, CH-4, CG-4 (1) CE
CF (2) CC, CD
CF-2(3) CD-2(3)
(1) API CF-4 oils are no longer recommended for Caterpillar diesel engines.
(2) API CF oils are not recommended for Caterpillar diesel engines.
(3) API CF-2 and CD-2 oils are classifications for two-cycle diesel engines. Caterpillar does not sell engines that utilize the CD-2 and the API CF-2 oils.Grease
The classifications of grease are based on the "ASTM D217" worked penetration characteristics. These characteristics for grease are given a defined consistency number.Terminology
Certain abbreviations follow the nomenclature of "SAE J754". Some classifications follow "SAE J183" abbreviations, and some classifications follow the "EMA Recommended Guideline on Diesel Engine Oil". In addition to Caterpillar definitions, there are other definitions that will be of assistance in purchasing lubricants. Recommended oil viscosities can be found in Operation and Maintenance Manual, "Engine Oil".Caterpillar Diesel Engine Oil
Caterpillar Oils have been developed and tested in order to provide the full performance and service life that has been designed and built into Caterpillar Engines. Caterpillar Oils are currently used to fill diesel engines at the factory. These oils are offered by Caterpillar dealers for continued use when the engine oil is changed. Consult your Caterpillar dealer for more information on these oils.Due to significant variations in the quality and in the performance of commercially available oils, Caterpillar makes the following recommendations:
Caterpillar Diesel Engine Oil (10W30)
Caterpillar Diesel Engine Oil (15W40)Caterpillar multigrade Diesel Engine Oil is formulated with the correct amounts of detergents, dispersants, and alkalinity in order to provide superior performance in Caterpillar Diesel Engines.Caterpillar multigrade Diesel Engine Oil is available in two viscosity grades (10W30 and 15W40). For direct injection engines, see table 2 in order to choose the correct viscosity grade for the ambient temperature. Multigrade oils provide the correct viscosity for a broad range of operating temperatures.Multigrade oils are effective in maintaining low oil consumption and low levels of piston deposits.Caterpillar multigrade Diesel Engine Oil can be used in other diesel engines and in gasoline engines. See the engine manufacturer's guide for the recommended specifications. Compare the specifications to the specifications of Caterpillar multigrade Diesel Engine Oil. The current industry standards for Caterpillar Diesel Engine Oil are listed on the product label and on the data sheets for the product.Consult your Caterpillar dealer for part numbers and for available sizes