Service Bulletin Trucks: Oil and Filters, Mack Components

Service Bulletin
Mack Trucks, Inc.

Greensboro, NC USA Trucks
Date Group No. Release Page
This service bulletin replaces SB 175-62 dated 2.2015. 4.2016 175 62 07 1(32)
Oil and Filter Change Intervals for Mack

Components
CLX, CMM, CMH, CSM, CXU, CXX, GU
Oil and Filters, Mack Components
This service bulletin provides oil change intervals for MACK components plus information
regarding engine, rear axle, power steering and transmission oils used on MACK Trucks
models (excluding North America).
Note: Failure to follow these lubrication and filter recommendations may void any and all
applicable engine and driveline warranties.
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Service Bulletin 4.2016 175 62 07 2(32)
Oil and Filters, Mack Components

For more engine information, refer to the Service Information
in Function Group 2 and the appropriate vendor literature.
Engine oil not only lubricates the engine, it also seals, cools
and cleans the engine. Also, such things as filtering the in-
take air and using low sulfur fuel helps protect the engine
components. With better engine designs and improved en-
gine oils, the service intervals have steadily increased. The
service interval used depends on the engine manufacturer
specifications. Make sure that oils having the correct oil type
and the correct viscosity are used for the mileage interval
driven.
CAUTION
Please note that extending oil change intervals beyond
the ones given in this service bulletin may damage the en-
gine, and void your warranty, if still in effect.
Shorter oil change intervals are required if the vehicle oper-

ates in a dusty environment or if frequent starts and stops
are made.
Many aftermarket oil treatment additives claim to improve

engine oil performance when added to the engine oil. Do
NOT use such aftermarket oil treatment additives. Each oil
type recommended in this service bulletin already contains
additives that have been tested by engine and oil manufac-
turers. Adding aftermarket additives may put the engine at
risk of failure.
Always change the engine oil filters when changing the en-
gine oil. Previously, there were two types of oil filters used —
one type for normal change intervals and one type (long-life)
for extended change intervals. Now, only long-life oil filters
should be used with each engine oil change.
CAUTION
MACK-branded oil filters are designed to provide the
proper level of filtration and protection for MACK engines.
Filters that do not meet the same stringent requirements
may put the engine at risk of failure.
MACK Trucks cannot guarantee the performance of oil

filters not made or sold by MACK Trucks. The perform-
ance guarantee of any commercially-available oil filter is
the responsibility of the filter manufacturer.
Engine Oil Viscosity

Select an engine oil with the appropriate engine oil viscosity
based on the typical ambient air temperatures (AAT) in
which the vehicle will be operated. It is not enough to just se-
lect the right type of oil; the right oil viscosity is just as
important.
According to the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE),

the correct viscosity is determined by the minimum AAT at
cold start and the maximum AAT during engine operation.
Use the adjacent temperature chart to select the best viscos-
ity. In general, use the highest viscosity oil available that still
meets the cold start-up temperature requirements.
Note: When using 10W/30, fuel consumption can be lower

than when using 15W/40.
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Temperatures refer to stable ambient air temperature

readings.
Note: Only VDS-4/EO-O Premium Plus approved oils (SAE

10W-30 and SAE 5W-30) can be used above +30°C (+86°
F). VDS-3, EO-N and EO-N PP approved oils can be used
up to +30°C (+86°F).
Engine Oil Type/Quality

The length of time a vehicle can operate before changing performance guarantee of any commercially available filters
the engine oil depends on the quality of the engine oil used, is the responsibility of the filter manufacturer.
the type of fuel used, fuel consumption, engine oil consump-
tion, vehicle application, and level of dust in the air. The en- Synthetic engine oils do NOT allow further extension of en-
gine oil change intervals given in this service bulletin are gine oil change intervals. It is the contamination rate (i.e.,
MAXIMUM intervals. In on/off highway driving, severe off- soot and the depletion of additives) rather than base oil qual-
highway, continuous stop-and-go city driving and extremely ity that determines the useful life of engine oil and, therefore,
high mileages, the engine oil change interval needs to be the engine oil change intervals.
customized for the best protection and economy. Change all
engine oil filters at each engine oil change. CAUTION
MACK Trucks, Inc. cannot guarantee the performance of fil-
Extra oil additives must never be added to any engine oil
ters that are not made or sold by MACK Trucks, Inc. The
used.
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1. Typical Spin-On Oil Filters

Definitions
Note: The abbreviations defined below will be used through-
out the rest of this document.
Emissions Classes
• Euro 3 corresponds to EM EC99, EM EC01 and EM
ECPT4
• Euro 4 is equivalent to EM EC06
• Euro 5 incentive is equivalent to EM EC06–B
• Euro 5 is the equivalent of EM-EU5.
Transport Cycle
Is the superstructure typical of a construction site?1
Yes No
Is the average distance travelled between loading and unloading greater than 50
km, with less than 20% of driving taking place in urban locations, and is the annual
distance driven greater than 100,000 km?
Construction sites
No Yes
Distribution Long-distance driving
1 Includes trucks used to transport wood, tippers, load exchangers, concrete mixers, rubbish compressors and special vehicles.
Power Train Operating Conditions (POC)

The power train operating conditions (POC) describe the in-
tensity of the load on the engine.
The different load levels are:
• Light (L)
• Medium (M)
• Heavy (H)
• Severe (S)
• Very Severe (VS)
• Very Severe+ (VS+)
Gross Combined Weight (GCW)

Gross combined weight = Combined technical gross
weight/legal ton
Topography
Predominantly Flat (PF)
Ascents and descents with:
• Inclinations >3% to 20% of the total number of kilometers

travelled.

travelled.
• Maximum inclinations 16%.
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Hilly (H)
Ascents and descents with:

travelled.

travelled.

travelled.
• Maximum inclinations 20%.
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Very Hilly (VH)

Operation typical of mining, work on construction sites, sug-
ar cane etc.
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Road Conditions (RC)

The Road Conditions (RC) describe the type of road The different levels are:
surface.
• Smooth (S)
• Rough (R)
• Very Rough (VR)

Smooth (S) Rough (R) Very Rough (VR)
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Engine Oil Change Intervals

Fuel Quality
The sulphur content of the fuel determines which fuel types system and warranty may be void. The table below shows
are allowed. Note that exceeding the allowed sulphur con- which fuel types are allowed in respective engine.
tents may damage the engine and/or the aftertreatment
Fuel Type
0 1 2 3
Engine Type
Fuel Sulphur % Max 0.0010 0.0010–0.05 0.05–0.5 >0.5
ppm Max 10 10–500 500–5000 >5000
Euro 3 OK1
Euro 4 SCR OK RESTRICTED2 RESTRICTED
Euro 4 EGR OK RESTRICTED
Euro 5 OK RESTRICTED2 RESTRICTED
1 Oil change interval reductions must be made for Fuel types 2 and 3, see respective vehicle model and engine type
2 Fuel type 1 can be used max once every tenth refueling
Note: For information about engine oil change intervals Note: Using fuel with too high sulphur level may damage the
for non-MACK engines, refer to the appropriate engine engine and exhaust aftertreatment system and may void the
manufacturer's literature. warranty.
Note: No oil change interval is allowed to exceed 12 Note: If Fuel Type 2 is used, the oil change interval has to
months. be reduced to 2/3 of the driving distance, engine hours or
consumed fuel.
Note: Intervals based on engine hours are normally only ap-
plied to transport cycle Construction. Engine hour intervals Note: If Fuel Type 3 is used, the oil change interval will be
depend strongly on actual average vehicle speed and can reduced to 1/2 of the driving distance, engine hours or con-
therefore only serve as an indication. Use either mileage or sumed fuel.
maximum allowed fuel consumption as given in the foot-
notes (whichever comes first). Use the information in the following tables to determine the
operating condition and usage applicable to your vehicle.
Powertrain Operating Conditions (POC)
Transport Distribution
Long Distance Construction1
Cycle Regional City
GCW ≤44 45-70 71-80 ≥80 ≤32 33-44 45-70 ≤32 ≤32 33-34 45- 80 >80
Topography PF H PF H PF H H H H VH
POC L M H S S VS VS M H S S H S VS
1 Examples include sugar cane, tipper, dumper, swap carrier, concrete mixer and refuse bodies.
Note: If vehicle speed frequently exceeds 90 km/hour, move to the next higher POC.
Note: If the combined PTO (vehicle stationary) and idle time exceeds 25% of total operating time, move to the next higher
POC.
Note: In some regions (Brazil), B-double or B-train applications with GCW > 55 ton shall be classified as POC S.
Note: The POC determined for a particular application shall be used for all components to which POC is applied. If there is a
conflict with the fuel consumption interval for the determined POC and the actual fuel consumption (if known), then the actual
fuel consumption shall decide the POC for the vehicle.
MP8 Euro 3
Euro 3 Oil Service Intervals
POC L M H S VS
Max fuel consumption (litres/
≤33 ≤39 ≤50 ≤64 ≤120 –
100 km)
Oil Quality Driving Distance (km)/ Time (hours)
EO-N/EO-N Premium Plus/EO-
100 000/- 75 000/- 60 000/750 45 000/600 20 000/6001 -/6001
O Premium Plus
For waste collection, mine operation, airport services, etc., engine hours (hours) can be used instead.
1 Maximum permitted fuel to be used between each engine oil change is 25 000 litres.
MP8 Euro 4
POC L M H S VS VS +
Maximum fuel consumption (lit-
≤33 ≤39 ≤50 ≤64 ≤120 –
ers/100 km)
Fuel type 1 (Fuel sulfur less than 500 ppm) Do not use other fuel types.
EO-N/EO-N Premium Plus/EO-
100 000/- 75 000/- 60 000/750 45 000/600 20 000/6001 -/6001
O Premium Plus
1 Maximum permitted fuel to be used between each engine oil change is 25 000 liters.
MP8 Euro 5
POC L M H S VS
Max fuel consumption (litres/
≤33 ≤39 ≤50 ≤64 ≤120 –
100 km)
EO-O Premium Plus 100 000/- 75 000/- 60 000/750 45 000/600 20 000/6001 -/6001
EO-N/EO-N Premium Plus 80 000/- 60 000/- 40 000/500 30 000/400 15 000/4002 -/4002
MP10 Euro 5
POC L M H S VS
Maximum fuel consumption
≤36 ≤44 ≤53 ≤69 ≤140 –
(litres/100km)
Oil Quality Driving distance (km)/ Time (hours)
EO-O Premium Plus1 125 000/- 100 000/- 75 000/1000 55 000/700 20 000/7002 -/7002
EO-O Premium Plus 100 000/- 75 000/- 60 000/750 45 000/600 20 000/6003 -/6003
EO-N/EO-N Premium Plus1 100 000/- 75 000/- 50 000/500 40 000/500 18 000/5004 -/5004
EO-N/EO-N Premium Plus 80 000/- 60 000/- 40 000/500 30 000/400 15 000/4005 -/4005
1 With large oil pan 52 liters
Engine Oil Capacity

Approximate oil change capacity in Liters (US quarts)
Engine
Normal oil change (including filter)
MP8 w/ Steel Oil Pan (forward sump) 37 L (39.1 qts.) (CMM & CMH AB)
MP8 w/ Steel Oil Pan (rear sump) 33 L (34.9 qts.) (CMH AF)
MP10 (large sump) 52 L (55 qts.)
Note: Maximum to minimum on dipstick is approximately 8 L

(8.5 qts.) for all engine and oil pan combinations.
Fuel Filters
Fuel filters are an important part of the fuel system. For the Note: Drain the primary fuel filter water trap daily. When
best engine operation and service life, always replace the fil- draining the fuel filter water traps, collect the waste fuel in a
ters at every engine oil change and use the recommended fuel-safe container. Always dispose of the fuel according to
filter types. federal or local regulations. Dispose of the drained fuel and
water at a recycle or waste management center.
MACK engines use spin-on type fuel filters. One is used as
the primary filter and another as a secondary filter. Both are
located on the left side of the engine.
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1 Secondary Fuel Filter

2 Primary Fuel Filter
Fuel Tank Ventilation Filter

Some vehicles are equipped with a fuel tank ventilation filter. This filter should be replaced in conjunction with the vehicle
The purpose of this component is to filter out contaminants air filter, when indicated by the air restriction gauge or the air
that can enter the fuel tank from the vent lines. filter restrictor indicator light in the instrument cluster.
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Round Fuel Tank Ventilation Filter
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D-Shaped Fuel Tank Ventilation Filter

Engine Intake Air Cleaner

CAUTION
The condition of the engine intake air cleaner is monitored
by the air cleaner restriction gauge mounted on either the
air cleaner canister, the air cleaner outlet tube, or inside
the cab (dash mounted gauge). Continued operation with
the air cleaner gauge indicating a clogged air cleaner may
cause damage to the engine. Also, operating the engine
with a damaged air cleaner allows dust to pass directly in-
to the engine, causing damage. Promptly replace clogged
or damaged air cleaners.
The air cleaner gauge should be inspected regularly to moni-

tor the condition of the air cleaner. Replace the air cleaner
every 12 months or when either the restriction gauge red sig-
nal locks in full view, or the dash-mounted gauge (if
equipped) shows an air inlet restriction of 510 mm (20 in-
ches)/5 kPa.
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Engine Component Maintenance Intervals

Engine Coolant
CAUTION
MACK Trucks recommends only using Bulldog VCS en-
gine coolant in the engine and radiator. Failure to follow
MACK Trucks cooling system care/maintenance recom-
mendations can render the warranty invalid.
DANGER
Antifreeze is hazardous to humans and animals if in-
gested. Always dispose of coolant according to Federal or
local regulations. Dispose of used coolant at a recycling
or waste collection center.
Note: Fully Formulated Coolant can only be topped off with

premixed 50/50 Fully Formulated Coolant when coolant lev-
el is low.
Note: Extended Life Coolant can only be topped off with pre-
mixed 50/50 Extended Life Coolant when coolant level is
low.
CAUTION
Do not top off with water. Topping off with water will dilute
the coolant additive package. Once diluted too far the ad-
ditive will no longer provide sufficient engine protection,
which can lead to serious engine damage.
The capacity of the engine coolant system can range from

approximately 39 liters (41 US qts.) to approximately 58 lit-
ers (61 US qts.), depending on the combination of chassis
model, transmission type, and engine size.
Change the standard coolant mixture every 500 000 km or

48 months, whichever comes first.
Drive Belts (Fan and Accessory)

All engine drive belts have belt tensioners that automatically service point and inspected for cracks or frayed material.
maintain the correct belt tension without the need for manual Replace any drive belt that displays such obvious wear or
adjustment. All drive belts should be checked at each defects.
POC L M H S VS VS+
Belt, ten- 300 000 km or 36 months or
300 000 km or 36 months, whichever comes
sioner and 5000 hours, whichever
first 200 000 km
idler (fan) comes first
or 36 months
Belt and ten- 500 000 km or 36 months, whichever comes 400 000 km 300 000 km or 3500
MP8 sioner first or 36 months or 36 months hours, which-
(alternator) or 6500 or 5000 ever comes
hours, which- hours, which- first
ever comes ever comes
first first
Drive belts 500 000 km or 36 months, whichever comes N/A
first
MP10 Drive belts N/A 200 000 km or 24 months or 4000 hours,
and whichever comes first
tensioner
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Drive Belt Routing – MP8
1. Crankshaft Pulley 7. Idler Pulley (if equipped)
2. Automatic Tensioner 8. Accessory Drive Belt

3. Idler Pulley 9. Automatic Tensioner
4. Water Pump 10. Alternator
5. Main Drive Belt 11. A/C Compressor (if equipped)

6. Fan Drive
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Drive Belt Routing MP10 Engine
1. Crankshaft Pulley 6. Fan Drive

2. Idler Pulley 7. Automatic Tensioner
3. Automatic Tensioner 8. Alternator
4. Water Pump 9. Accessory Drive Belt
5. Main Drive Belt 10. Air Conditioner Compressor

Engine Valve Adjustments, MP8 Euro 3 and Euro 5

Perform engine valve lash check/adjustments according to
the intervals in the following table.
First service interval 200 000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first

POC L, M,H & S
Following service intervals 400 000 km or 24 months, whichever comes first
First service interval 100 000 km or 6 months or 2000 hours, which-
ever comes first
POC VS & VS +
Following service intervals 200 000 km or 12 months or 4000 hours, which-
ever comes first
Note: The service interval is to be halved with frequent driv-

ing above 90 km/h or frequent high rpm operation.
Engine Valve Adjustments, MP10 Euro 5

Perform engine valve lash check/adjustments according to
the intervals in the following table.
POC (All) Initial adjustment 100 000 km or 6 months, whichever comes first
POC L, M,H & S 200 000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first
POC VS & VS + 100 000 km or 6 months, whichever comes first
Note: The service interval is to be halved with frequent driv-

ing above 90 km/h or frequent high rpm operation.
Exhaust Aftertreatment System

Aftertreatment Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)
Refer to Cummins service information for guidelines about
DPF servicing intervals.
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Pump Filter

Replace the DEF pump filter every 180 000 km or 12
months, whichever comes first.
DEF Tank Filler Neck Filter

Clean the filter in the DEF tank filler neck every 180 000 km
or 12 months, whichever comes first.
Air Dryer Filter

The air dryer filter is an important part of the braking system.
Change the air dryer filter every 12 months.
Rear Axle, Lubrication

Add rear axle oil or drain and refill while the axles are hot.
CAUTION DO NOT overfill.
Rear Axles With Front-Mounted Carriers

To drain and refill rear axles with front-mounted carriers, first
get the axles to operating temperature and park the vehicle
on a level surface. Then, remove the magnetic drain plug
and drain the oil from the housing. Clean and reinstall the
drain plug. Remove the filler plug and fill the housing with
recommended oil until it is level with the bottom of the filler
plug hole. Install the filler plug.
Rear Axles With Top-Mounted Carriers

To drain and refill rear axles with top-mounted carriers, first
get the axles to operating temperature and park the vehicle
on a level surface. Remove the magnetic drain plugs from
the interaxle power divider on the front carrier (if equipped),
the carrier bevel gear compartment(s) and the axle housing
(s) and allow the oil to drain. Clean and reinstall the drain
plugs. Remove the filler plug from the interaxle power divider
(if equipped) and add 1 pint (1.5 pints for CRD200 carriers)
of recommended oil. Install the filler plug. Next, remove the
filler plugs from the bevel gear compartment(s) and fill with
recommended oil until it is level with the bottom of the filler
plug hole. Install the filler plug(s). Then, remove the filler
plugs from the axle housing(s) and fill with recommended oil
until it is level with the bottom of the filler plug hole. Install
the filler plug(s). If the axle is equipped with an elbow fitting
in the axle housing fill plug hole, the easiest method for filling
the housing is by removing the breather fitting from the right-
hand side of the carrier and the fill plug from the elbow fitting.
Fill the housing through the breather hole until the oil begins
to run out the elbow fitting. Reinstall the breather fitting and
the fill plug in the elbow fitting.
Note: An oil trough with magnetic strips is attached to the in-

side of the bevel gear compartment cover. Clean this mag-
netic strip each time the rear axle oil is changed or when the
cover is removed.
Note: Clean the carrier housing breather(s) with a recom-

mended solvent and blow dry with compressed air each time
the rear axle oil is changed.
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Typical Rear Axle Filler and Drain Plug Locations
Checking Rear Axle Oil Levels

To check the oil level in rear axles having top-mounted car-
riers, first get the axles to operating temperature and park
the vehicle on a level surface. Remove the fill/level plugs
from the axle housings and the bevel gear compartments.
The oil level is correct when oil runs out of the fill plug hole in
the axle housing and slightly below the fill plug hole in the
bevel gear compartment. On axle housings with the elbow
fitting in the axle housing fill hole, the oil level must be to the
top of the elbow fitting. If needed, add oil to the axle housing
and bevel gear compartment until the oil level reaches the
lower edge of the fill plug holes. Reinstall the fill plugs.
Note: It is not necessary to check the oil level in the interaxle

power divider. If the oil level is correct in the carrier, the level
in the interaxle power divider is sufficient.
For more information on the rear axle, refer to the Service

Information in Function Group 4 and appropriate vendor
literature.
Rear Axle Oil Change Intervals

GO-J, GO-J Plus and TO-A Plus specification gear oil (min- applications, more frequent oil changes may be necessary.
eral or synthetic base) are required for MACK rear axle lubri- GO-J is used for standard axle drain intervals while GO-J
cation. The length of time a rear axle can operate before an Plus or TO-A Plus Synthetic must be used for extended axle
oil change is required depends on the quality of the oil used drain intervals.
and the engine used. For severe service or off-highway
Cycle Regional City
GCW ≤44 45-70 71-80 ≥80 ≤32 33-44 45-70 ≤32 ≤32 33-34 45- 80 >80
POC.
The following table shows recommended rear axle oil

change intervals:
Powertrain Light Medium (Long Heavy Severe (Heavy Very Severe Very Severe +
Operating Haul) (Regional) Haul)
Conditions
Maximum Fuel ≥33 ≥39 ≥50 ≥64 ≥120 N/A
Consumption
(litres/100 km)
Maximum Fuel >7.1 7.0 – 6.1 6.0 – 4.8 4.7 – 3.8 3.7 – 2.0 N/A
Consumption
(mpg)
Oil Quality Driving Distance km (miles) / time (hours)
GO-J Plus, TO- 800 000 800 000 800 000 125 000 125 000 6 months
A Plus (500,000) / 3 (500,000) / 3 (500,000) / 3 (80,000) / 1 (80,000) / 1
years years years year / 1200 year / 1200
hours hours
GO-J 400 000 400 000 400 000 65 000 65 000 6 months
(250,000) / 2 (250,000) / 2 (250,000) / 2 (40,000) / 1 (40,000) / 1
hours hours
For waste collection, mine operation, airport services, etc., engine hours can be used instead of fuel consumption
Note: GO-J Plus or TO-A Plus Synthetic must be used for

extended axle drain intervals.
Rear Axle Oil Viscosity

The following chart indicates the recommended rear axle oil
weights.
Recommended SAE Grades for Rear Axles
GO-J and GO-J Plus – Synthetic TO-A Plus – Mineral or Synthetic
GO-J and GO-J Plus – Mineral Base
Base Base
SAE 75W-85, 75W-90, 75W-110, 75W-
SAE 80W-90, 80W-140, 85W-140 SAE 50
140, 80W-140
Rear Axle Oil Capacity

MACK rear axle capacity ranges from 16.1 liters (34 US
pints) to 17 liters (36 US pints), depending on the axle
model.
Transmission, Lubrication
Manual Transmission Oil
The capacity of the transmission ranges from 9.5 liters (20
CAUTION US qts.) to 14.2 liters (30 US qts.), depending on the specific
T300 transmission model and the number of gears used. At
Drained manual transmission oil must NEVER BE this time, GO-J, GO-J Plus and TO-A Plus specification oils
REUSED and must be replaced along with the transmis- are acceptable transmission oil types. However, either GO-J
sion oil filter. Plus or TO-A Plus Synthetic is required for extended oil
change intervals.
Use only mineral or synthetic transmission oil approved by
MACK Trucks in the T300 series of manual transmissions.
Recommended SAE Grades (All Temperatures, All Manual Transmissions)

TO-A Plus – Mineral or Syn-
GO-J and GO-J Plus – Mineral Base GO-J and GO-J Plus – Synthetic Base
thetic Base
SAE 75W-85, 75W-90, 75W-110, 75W-
SAE 80W-90, 80W-140, 85W-140 SAE 50
140, 80W-140
Check Manual Transmission Oil Level

Check the oil level in a manual transmission at each service transmission fill plug. The oil level is correct when it can be
interval. To do so, park the vehicle on a level surface and seen as even with the bottom of the fill plug hole. If oil level
check the manual transmission oil level by removing the is below the fill hole, the oil level is insufficient.
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Manual Transmission Oil Change Interval

The length of time a manual transmission can operate be- For severe service or off-highway applications, more fre-
fore a transmission oil change is required depends on the quent oil changes may be necessary.
quality of the oil used, the vehicle usage, and engine size.
Cycle Regional City
GCW ≤44 45-70 71-80 ≥80 ≤32 33-44 45-70 ≤32 ≤32 33-34 45- 80 >80
POC.
The following table shows recommended manual transmis-

sion oil change intervals:
Conditions
Maximum Fuel ≥33 ≥39 ≥50 ≥64 ≥120 N/A
Consumption
(litres/100 km)
Maximum Fuel >7.1 7.0 – 6.1 6.0 – 4.8 4.7 – 3.8 3.7 – 2.0 N/A
Consumption
(mpg)
Oil Quality Driving Distance km (miles) / time (hours)
GO-J Plus, TO- 800 000 800 000 800 000 125 000 125 000 6 months
A Plus (500,000) / 3 (500,000) / 3 (500,000) / 3 (80,000) / 1 (80,000) / 1
hours hours
GO-J 400 000 400 000 400 000 65 000 65 000 6 months
(250,000) / 2 (250,000) / 2 (250,000) / 2 (40,000) / 1 (40,000) / 1
hours hours
For waste collection, mine operation, airport services, etc., engine hours can be used instead of fuel consumption
Note: Extended change intervals require the use of either

GO-J Plus or TO-A Plus Synthetic.
Manual Transmission Oil Change

To change the transmission oil, remove and clean the mag-
WARNING netic drain plug and magnetic oil filter plug (if equipped). Al-
so, clean the trough located inside the area from where the
Hot transmission oil can cause burns. DO NOT allow hot magnetic drain plug was removed. After all the oil drains, re-
transmission oil to contact the skin. When changing trans- install the drain plugs. Remove the fill plug and fill the trans-
mission oil, wear protective gloves. mission with enough approved transmission oil to bring the
level to the bottom of the fill plug hole. Reinstall the fill plug.
Next, remove the breather(s) and clean them with suitable,
CAUTION nonflammable solvent. Check for obstructions and reinstall
the breathers.
Always dispose of lubricants (engine oil, coolant, trans-
mission oil, etc.) and filters according to Federal or local
regulations. Dumping used oil or coolant on the ground or
in waterways can contaminate our drinking water and kill
wildlife.
mDRIVE Transmission Oil

CAUTION
Using non-approved oil can result in damage to transmis-
sion components.
CAUTION
Never reuse drained mDRIVE transmission oil. The oil
must be replaced along with the oil filter. Reusing drained
oil can result in damage to transmission components.
Keep the transmission oil at the proper level and change it at

the intervals recommended by MACK Trucks. Always re-
place the transmission oil filter when the transmission oil is
changed, and always use the oil approved by MACK Trucks
whenever adding or changing the transmission oil.
For a complete list of approved oils, contact your MACK

Truck dealer. Also, refer to SB 175-61, Approved Oils,
MACK Components.
Note: Drain the moisture from the transmission air reservoir

daily.
mDRIVE Transmission Oil Viscosity

Select the appropriate oil viscosity (mDRIVE transmission
oil or engine oil) in accordance with the following diagram.
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Temperature values refer to constant air temperatures.
1 For vehicles equipped with a TC-MAOH/-MAOH2 or TC- temperatures higher than +30° C (86° F) when using
RAO transmission oil cooler, oils that comply with the 97307 or SAE 40 engine oil.
grade requirements for 97315 transmission oil specifica- 3 The normal mDRIVE transmission oil capacity is 16 liters.
tion or SAE 50 engine oil must be used However, if oil cooler TC-MWOR is used, an additional
2 Vehicles equipped with TC-MWO, TC-RWO, TC-MWOH, 1.0 liter of oil is needed. If oil cooler TC-MOAH2 is used,
TC-MWOH2 or TC-MWOR oil coolers can run in ambient an additional 0.8 liter of oil is used.
mDRIVE Transmission Oil Change Intervals

The length of time an mDRIVE transmission can operate be- when the transmission oil is changed and always use
fore a transmission oil change is required depends on the MACK-approved synthetic transmission oil when changing
quality of the oil used and the vehicle application. the transmission oil.
The mDRIVE transmission oil change interval depends on

the service severity. Always replace the transmission oil filter
Cycle Regional City
GCW ≤44 45-70 71-80 ≥80 ≤32 33-44 45-70 ≤32 ≤32 33-34 45- 80 >80
POC.
Conditions
Maximum Fuel ≤33 ≤39 ≤50 ≤64 ≤120 N/A
Consumption
(litres/100 km)
Maximum Fuel ≥7.1 7.0 – 6.1 6.0 – 4.8 4.7 – 3.8 3.7 – 2.0 N/A
Consumption
(mpg)
Oil Quality Driving Distance km (miles) or Time (years/hours) whichever comes first
97307 450 000 (280,000) or 3 years 200 000 N/A
(125,000) or 3
years
97315 450 000 (280,000) or 3 years 200 000 2500 hours
(125,000) or 3
years
SAE 40 120 000 (75,000) or 1 year 60 000 N/A
(37,000) or 1
year
SAE 50 120 000 (75,000) or 1 year 60 000 600 hours
(37,000) or 1
year
For a complete list of approved oils, contact your MACK Note: Always use Volvo 97315 or SAE 50 in Very Severe
Truck dealer. Also, refer to SB 175-61, Approved Oils, applications.
MACK Components.
Note: If gearbox mounted PTO or splitbox are used more
Note: No sampling is allowed. System must be undisturbed than 50% of the driving time, oil drain intervals and filter
until oil and filter are replaced. change according to POC VS+ must be used.
Checking mDRIVE Transmission Oil Level

Check the mDRIVE transmission oil level at each service in- Note: Drain the moisture from the transmission air reservoir
terval. Park the vehicle on a level surface and visually check daily.
the transmission oil level through the sight glass on the side
of the transmission. Add transmission oil approved by MACK
Trucks as needed.
W4002904
1 Drain Plug
2 Sight Glass
3 Fill Plug and Oil Level
T4021684
Sight Glass for Checking Transmission Oil Level

mDRIVE Transmission Oil Change

WARNING CAUTION
Hot transmission oil can cause burns. DO NOT allow hot Always dispose of lubricants (engine oil, coolant, trans-
transmission oil to contact the skin. When changing transmission oil, etc.) and filters according to Federal or local
mission oil, wear protective gloves. regulations. Dumping used oil or coolant on the ground or
in waterways can contaminate our drinking water and kill
wildlife.
Change the transmission oil filter at every transmission oil

change. Drain the transmission oil filter housing before you
remove the filter.
W4002889
mDRIVE Transmission Oil Filter Housing Drain Plug
W4002908
mDRIVE Transmission Oil Filter

Power Steering, Lubrication
Power Steering Fluid

The power steering system fluid reservoir is filled with Auto-
matic Transmission Fluid (ATF) Dexron® III or better. The
reservoir contains 1.9 liters (4 US pints) for single gear and
3.8 liters (8 US pints) for dual gear power steering systems.
The fluid level in the reservoir with the dipstick.
Change the power steering fluid filter every 12 months, and

change the power steering fluid as necessary. When chang-
ing the fluid, refill the power steering system with the same
type of fluid originally used in the system. Refer to the label
on the side of the power steering reservoir for the correct
fluid.
If the power steering fluid has darkened, the power steering

system is running hotter than normal and the fluid is over-
heating. Troubleshoot the power steering system for possi-
ble overheating causes and change the fluid.
For more information on Steering, refer to the Service Infor-

mation in Function Group 6 and appropriate vendor
literature.

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Mack Trucks, Inc.

Oil and Filter Change Intervals for Mack

Oil and Filters, Mack Components

Shorter oil change intervals are required if the vehicle oper-

Many aftermarket oil treatment additives claim to improve

MACK Trucks cannot guarantee the performance of oil

Engine Oil Viscosity

According to the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE),

Note: When using 10W/30, fuel consumption can be lower

Temperatures refer to stable ambient air temperature

Note: Only VDS-4/EO-O Premium Plus approved oils (SAE

Engine Oil Type/Quality

1. Typical Spin-On Oil Filters

• Euro 4 is equivalent to EM EC06

• Euro 5 incentive is equivalent to EM EC06–B

• Euro 5 is the equivalent of EM-EU5.

Power Train Operating Conditions (POC)

The different load levels are:

• Very Severe (VS)

• Very Severe+ (VS+)

Gross Combined Weight (GCW)

• Inclinations >3% to 20% of the total number of kilometers

• Inclinations >6% to 1% of the total number of kilometers

• Maximum inclinations 16%.

• Inclinations >3% to 35% of the total number of kilometers

• Inclinations >6% to 10% of the total number of kilometers

• Inclinations >9% to 1% of the total number of kilometers

• Maximum inclinations 20%.

Very Hilly (VH)

Road Conditions (RC)

• Very Rough (VR)

W1096755 W1096756 W1096757

Engine Oil Change Intervals

Powertrain Operating Conditions (POC)

1 With large oil pan 52 liters

Engine Oil Capacity

Note: Maximum to minimum on dipstick is approximately 8 L

1 Secondary Fuel Filter

Fuel Tank Ventilation Filter

Round Fuel Tank Ventilation Filter

D-Shaped Fuel Tank Ventilation Filter

Engine Intake Air Cleaner

The air cleaner gauge should be inspected regularly to moni-

Engine Component Maintenance Intervals

Note: Fully Formulated Coolant can only be topped off with

The capacity of the engine coolant system can range from

Change the standard coolant mixture every 500 000 km or

Drive Belts (Fan and Accessory)

Drive Belt Routing – MP8

1. Crankshaft Pulley 7. Idler Pulley (if equipped)

2. Automatic Tensioner 8. Accessory Drive Belt

5. Main Drive Belt 11. A/C Compressor (if equipped)

Drive Belt Routing MP10 Engine

1. Crankshaft Pulley 6. Fan Drive

5. Main Drive Belt 10. Air Conditioner Compressor

Engine Valve Adjustments, MP8 Euro 3 and Euro 5

First service interval 200 000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first

Note: The service interval is to be halved with frequent driv-