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Part C: Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identified below by name,
part number or specification may be obtained from
your dealer.
USAGE
FLUID/LUBRICANT
Engine Oil
(Gasoline
Engine)Engine oil with the American
Petroleum Institute Certified for
Gasoline Engines starburst symbol
of the proper viscosity. To
determine the preferred viscosity
for your vehicle's engine, see
ªEngine Oilº in the Index.
Engine Oil
(Caterpillar
Diesel Engine)See the Caterpillar Operation &
Maintenance Manual for engine
oil recommendations.
USAGEFLUID/LUBRICANT
Engine Coolant
(Gasoline
Engine &
DURAMAX
Diesel)50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only DEX
-COOL
Coolant. See ªEngine Coolantº in
the Index.
Engine Coolant
(Caterpillar
Diesel Engine)See the Caterpillar Operation &
Maintenance Manual for engine
coolant recommendations.
Hydraulic Brake
SystemDelco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid
or equivalent DOT
-3 brake fluid.
Windshield
Washer SolventGM Optikleen Washer Solvent
or equivalent.
Clutch Bearing
LubricantClutch Bearing Lubricant
(GM Part No. 12378484 or
equivalent NLGI #3 consistency).
