Lubricant Specifications
Usage:
The abbreviations listed below follow S.A.E. J754 nomenclature. The classifications follow S.A.E. J183 classifications. The MIL specifications are U.S.A. Military Specifications. These definitions will be of assistance in purchasing.
Engine Oils (CD)
Use oils that meet Engine Service Classifications CD (MIL-L-2104D), or CD/TO-2.
Lubricating Grease (MPG)
Use multipurpose-type grease (MPG). NLGI No. 2 grade is suitable for most temperatures. Use NLGI No. 1 or No. 0 grade for extremely low temperatures.
Recommended Lubricant Viscosities
Caterpillar Information System:
3408 TRUCK ENGINE Engine Specifications
3408 TRUCK ENGINE Maintenance Recommendations
3408 TRUCK ENGINE BrakeSaver Operation
3408 TRUCK ENGINE Stopping the Engine
3408 TRUCK ENGINE Operating the Engine
3408 TRUCK ENGINE Starting the Engine
3408 TRUCK ENGINE Before Starting
3408 TRUCK ENGINE Safety
3408 TRUCK ENGINE Model View
3408 TRUCK ENGINE General Information
3408 TRUCK ENGINE Emergency Service (U.S.A. Only)
3408 TRUCK ENGINE Foreword
3408 TRUCK ENGINE Fuel Specifications
3408 TRUCK ENGINE Coolant Specifications
3408 TRUCK ENGINE Lubrication and Preventive Maintenance Schedule
3408 TRUCK ENGINE Daily or Every 400 Miles (644 km)
3408 TRUCK ENGINE Every 250 Service Hours or 10,000 Miles (16 000 km)
3408 TRUCK ENGINE Every 500 Service Hours or 20,000 Miles (32 000 km)
3408 TRUCK ENGINE Every 750 Service Hours or 50,000 Miles (48 000 km)
3408 TRUCK ENGINE Every 1,250 Service Hours or 50,000 Miles (80 500 km)
3408 TRUCK ENGINE Every 2,500 Service Hours or 100,000 Miles (161 000 km)
3408 TRUCK ENGINE Annually
3408 TRUCK ENGINE As Needed
3408 TRUCK ENGINE Every 5,000 Service Hours or 200,000 Miles (322 000 km)