1.0 General Information On Final Drive Oil: Notes

Final Drive oil or hypoid gear lubricant must conform with the following requirements because of the high loads which occur on the profiles of the hypoid gear teeth:

• Load carrying capacity.
• Sufficient protection against seizure.
• Good wear protection.
• Optimal friction and temperature behavior.
• Seal compatibility.
• Aging resistance.

These and other properties are already contained in brand-name hypoid gear lubricants because of the high content of EP additives (EP = extreme pressure).