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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 of containers.Commercial Oils
The performance of commercial diesel engine oils is based on American Petroleum Institute (API) classifications. These API classifications are developed in order to provide commercial lubricants for a broad range of diesel engines that operate at various conditions.If Caterpillar multigrade Diesel Engine Oil is not used, only use commercial oils that meet the following classifications:
EMA LRG-1 multigrade oil (preferred oil)
API CH-4 multigrade oil (preferred oil)
API CG-4 multigrade oil (preferred oil)In order to make the proper choice of a commercial oil, refer to the following explanations:EMA LRG-1 - The Engine Manufacturers Association (EMA) has developed lubricant recommendations as an alternative to the API oil classification system. LRG-1 is a Recommended Guideline that defines a level of oil performance for these types of diesel engines: high speed, 4 stroke cycle, heavy-duty and light duty. LRG-1 oils may be used in Caterpillar engines when the following oils are recommended: API CH-4 and API CG-4. LRG-1 oils are intended to provide superior performance in comparison to API CG-4.LRG-1 oils will meet the needs of high performance Caterpillar diesel engines that are operating in many applications. The tests and the test limits that are used to define LRG-1 are similar to the new API CH-4 classification. The oils will meet the requirements of the low emissions diesel engines. LRG-1 oils are designed to control the harmful effects of soot with improved wear resistance and improved resistance to plugging of the oil filter. These oils will also provide superior control of piston deposit for engines with either two-piece steel pistons or aluminum pistons.All LRG-1 oils must complete a full test program with the base stock and with the viscosity grade of the finished commercial oil. The use of "API Base Oil Interchange Guidelines" are not appropriate for LRG-1 oils. This feature reduces the variation in performance that can occur when base stocks are changed in commercial oil formulations.LRG-1 oils are recommended for use in extended oil change interval programs that optimize oil life. These oil change interval programs are based on oil analysis. LRG-1 oils are recommended for conditions that demand a premium oil. Your Caterpillar dealer has the specific guidelines for optimizing oil change intervals.API CH-4 - API CH-4 oils were developed in order to meet the requirements of the new high performance diesel engines. Also, the oil was designed to meet the requirements of the low emissions diesel engines. API CH-4 oils are also acceptable for use in older diesel engines and in diesel engines that use high sulfur diesel fuel. API CH-4 oils may be used in Caterpillar engines that use API CG-4. API CH-4 oils will generally exceed the performance of API CG-4 oils in the following criteria: deposits on pistons, control of oil consumption, wear of piston rings, valve train wear, viscosity control and corrosion.Three new engine tests were developed for the API CH-4 oil. The first test specifically evaluates deposits on pistons for engines with the two-piece steel piston. This test (piston deposit) also measures the control of oil consumption. A second test is conducted with moderate oil soot. The second test measures the