Spicer Drive Axles, Steer Axles User Manual
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Spicer
Driveshafts, and Wheel Ends
Drive Axles, Steer Axles,
Lubrication
Manual
July 2012
Table of Contents
General Information
Dana Lubrication Philosophy . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Standard Drain Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Extended Drain Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Introduction to Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Linehaul - 500,000 Mile Extended Lube
Drain Interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Vocational - 180,000 Mile Lube
Drain Interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Warnings and Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Vehicle Application Definitions. . . . . . . . . . . 5
Line Haul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Vocational . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Severe Duty Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Drive Axle
Drive Axle Lubricants
Heavy-Duty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Medium-Duty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Drive Axle Lubricant Capacities. . . . . . . . . . . 7
Single Drive Axle Lubricant Capacities . . . . . 7
Tandem Drive Axle Lubricant Capacities . . . . 8
Drive Axle Lubrication Procedure . . . . . . . . . 9
Check Drive Axle Lubricant Level . . . . . . . . . 9
Change Drive Axle Lubricant. . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Drain Axle Sump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Fill Axle Sump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Steer Axle
Steer Axle Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Steer Axle Lubrication Procedure . . . . . . . . . 11
Kingpins, Thrust Bearings and Tie
Rod Ends . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
On-Highway Applications - Standard . . . 11
Wheel Bearings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Oil Bath . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Grease Packed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
LMS Bearing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Driveline
Driveline Lubrication Intervals . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Driveline Lubrication Procedure . . . . . . . . . . 13
Lubrication Procedure for Universal Joints. . 13
Lubrication for Slip Splines . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Wheel End
Wheel End Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-16
Wheel End Lubrication Procedure. . . . . . . . . 17
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General Information
General Information
Dana Lubrication Philosophy
In promoting component reliability and longevity, proper lubrication is the key to a sound and effective maintenance program.
Without effective lubricants at proper levels, remaining maintenance procedures will not keep components functional.
We believe synthetic lubricants have proven to be superior to petroleum products and represent opportunities to promote superior maintenance and bottom line operating performance while significantly extending component service life and reliability.
Certain products and applications, as noted in this manual, require the use of approved synthetic lubricants.
A
list of approved lubricants and suppliers can be found at www.dana.com/commericalvehicle in the ApprovedLubricant
Supplier Manual, DALSM072012.
It is important to perform a daily pre-trip inspection of drivetrain components for lubricant leak
the attention of maintenance and immediate corrective action should be taken.
s. Leaks should be brought to
Standard Drain Lubricants
Drive Axle lubricants must meet specific lubricant industry requirements. Refer to the enclosed charts to select the proper
lubricant for your application.
Extended Drain Lubricants (Synthetic Lubricants)
Extended Drain synthetic lubricants offer superior thermal and oxidative stability for extended product performance and
reliability. The superior performance characteristics of these lubricants enable Dana to offer extended drain and extended
warranties. Added benefits include a more efficient drivetrain that translates into proven fuel economy savings over mineral
based lubricants.
hetic lubricants are recommended for severe duty applications and in cold climates.
Synt
It is important to use the lubricants that meet the current specifications set forth by Dana. Look for the appropriate approval
code on the container.
Drive Axle - Dana Specification: SHAES-256 Rev C
Drive Axle - Dana Specification: SHAES-429
Use of lubricants meeting these specifications will ensure the highest performing lubricants for maximum performance.
Note: Dana discontinued the use of the E500 logo in 2006.
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General Information
Introduction to Manual
This Lubrication Manual, organized by product, provides easy access to the following lube information:
• Type of lubricant
• Change intervals
• Capacities
• General lubrication procedures
• Warnings and Cautions
Note: Refer to the Approved Lubricant Supplier Manual, DALSM072012, to verify approved lubrication trade name and product.
Linehaul - 500,000 Mile Extended Lube Drain Interval
The extended drain interval program applies to the Dana axles listed below that meet the following conditions:
• Heavy-Duty and Medium-Duty axles
• Line haul service (On-highway)
• Lubricant approval levels
• Drive Axle – SHAES-256 Rev C
• Factory filled with lubricants approved for 500,000 mile drain cycles (US/Canada); 250,000/400,000Km (Outside US/
Canada)
• Refer to charts listed in this manual for axle drain intervals when using “Extended Drain Lubrican
• A Dana-approved lubricant must be used to keep the extended warranty in place. The extended drain program
and any extended warranty program are separate programs.
Note: For specific detail
Note: For a complete list of Dana “approved lubricants” for extended drain, refer to Approved Lubricant Suppliers Manual,
DALSM072012.
on Dana extended warranty programs refer to the Dana Warranty Guide or call 1-877-777-5360.
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Vocational - 180,000 Mile Lube Drain Interval
This will outline the performance requirements of lubricants intended for use in vocational Spicer®drive axles that are allowed
the 180,000 mile or three year extended drain interval. The approved lubricants may be factory installed at the truck manufacturer,
or service filled up to 500 miles, and may rema
comes first.
Lubricant approval levels
• Axle – SHAES-429
in in the drive axles for the 180,000 mile or three year drain interval, whichever
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General Information
Warnings and Cautions
WARNING
Before working on a vehicle, place transmission in neutral, set brakes, and block wheels.
When switching between types of lubricants, all areas of each affected component must be thouroughly drained.
Do not introduce additives and friction modifiers.
Do not mix lubricants of different grades.
Do not mix mineral and synthetic lubricants.
Do not mix heavy-duty, multi-purpose lithium based (#2 grade) grease with sodium- based grease.
Vehicle Application Definitions
Line Haul (On-highway)
• High mileage operation (over 60,000 miles [96,500 Km] per year).
• On-highway or good to excellent concrete or asphalt.
• More than 30 miles [48 Km] between starting and stopping.
• 4x2, 6x2, 6x4 tractor/trailer combinations and straight trucks.
• Check fluid levels and inspect for leaks at regular PM maint
Vocational
• Low mileage operation (under 60,000 miles [96,500 Km] per year).
• Off-highway or areas of unstable or loose unimproved road surfaces.
• Less than 30 miles [48 Km] between starting and stopping.
• Heavy-Duty, off-road or specialized application type vehicles.
• Check fluid levels and inspect for leaks every 50 hours.
enance intervals, not to exceed 12,000 miles.
Severe Duty Service
• Consistent operation at or near maximum GCW or GVW ratings.
• Dirty or wet environments.
• Consistent operation on grades greater than 8%.
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Drive Axle
Drive Axle Lubricants
Dana Recommends the Use of Dana-Approved Lubricants for Extended Drain
Use the chart to locate the correct lubricant and change interval.
Note: For line haul and vocational definitions, see page 5.
Heavy-Duty
Synthetic or
Mineral
Synthetic SHAES-256 Rev C SAE 75W-90 500,000 miles [800,000 Km]
Synthetic
Mineral SAE J2360 75W, 75W-90,
Lubricant
Specification
SHAES-429 SAE 75W-90
SAE
Viscosity Grade
SAE 80W-140
75W-140, 80W90, 85W-140
Change Interval for
Line Haul
or 5 years
120,000 miles [193,000 Km]
or 1 year
Medium-Duty
Synthetic or
Mineral
Synthetic SHAES-256 Rev C SAE 75W-90 250,000 miles [400,000 Km]
Synthetic
Mineral
Lubricant
Specification
SHAES-429 SAE 75W-90,
SAE J2360 75W, 75W-90,
SAE
Viscosity Grade
SAE 80W-140
80W-90,
85W-140
Change Interval for
Lin
e Haul
or 3 years
100,000 miles [160,000 Km]
or 1 year
Change Interval for
Vocational
N/A
]mK 000,882[ selim 000,081A/N
or 3 years
60,000 miles [96,500 Km]
or 1 year
Change Interval for
Vocational
N/A
]mK 000,882[ selim 000,081A/N
or 3 years
60,000 miles [96,500 Km]
or 1 year
Note: Extended warranties require the use of synthetic lubricant approved to SHAES-256 Rev C.
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