Transmission oils – for manual gearboxes, automatics and DCT transmissions
Transmission oil lubricates and protects gearbox components and other transmissions. This category includes conventional gear oils, selected ATF fluids and products for dual-clutch transmissions. An incorrect fluid may impair shifting and component durability; meeting the gearbox manufacturer's specification is essential.
How is 75W-90 different from ATF?
Grades such as 75W-90 refer to transmission oil viscosity under SAE J306. ATF describes a family of fluids for certain automatic transmissions and other systems requiring such fluids. Not all ATF products are interchangeable, and a fluid for one automatic gearbox is not necessarily suitable for a DCT or CVT.
Are API GL-4 and GL-5 interchangeable?
API GL grades specify certain gear oil performance requirements, but GL-5 is not automatically an appropriate replacement for GL-4. Synchroniser design, materials and gear loading all matter. Where an OEM specification is required, use it as the primary selection criterion.
How to choose gearbox oil
- Identify the transmission type and designation.
- Check the manufacturer's required specification and viscosity.
- Verify the required quantity and replacement procedure.
- Compare the exact product part number.
The range includes selected Castrol and K2 oils. Automatic and DCT transmissions may require particularly careful compatibility checks.