Thread: 2000 Touring; Need to change gearbox lubricant
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Old 05-08-2008, 12:14 PM
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Originally Posted by gxg95 View Post
The lubricant for the rear is specified as either the same Energol 90, or alternatively, Shell Spirax 90.
Please note that the oil for the differential is supposed to be Shell Spirax 90 EP, not Shell Spirax 90. I was told the "EP" (which stands for Extra Pressure) is important.

I vaguely recall I post from years back where the poster suggested Dentax 90 and Spirax 90 EP type oils should be easily available through shops that provide service for hydraulic or construction equipment.

Today, I sent an e-mail to Red Line Oil to ask what oils they would recommend as replacement for the oils used in 2000 and 2600 cars, pointing out the needs of gearboxes moly and non-moly synchros (2000 and early 2600 had non-moly synchros). I will post their response here.
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