3600 and C280 Diesel Engine Fluids Recommendations Caterpillar

Note: The information that is contained in the listed publications is subject to change without notice. Consult your local Caterpillar dealer for the most current recommendations.

Note: Refer to this Special Publication, the respective product data sheet, and to the appropriate Operation and Maintenance Manual for product application recommendations.

Lubricants, Coolants, and Greases

• Data sheets, specifications, and recommendations for Cat lubricants, coolants, and greases are available through your Cat dealer and at the following website:

• Special Publication, PEWJ0074, "Filters and Fluids Application Guide"

• Special Publication, PEHJ0149, "Cat Filters and Fluids Toolbox Update - Datasheet Set"

• Special Publication, REHS1063, "Know Your Track-Type Tractor Cooling System"

• Special Publication, SEBD0518, "Know Your Cooling System"

• Special Publication, SEBD0970, "Coolant and Your Engine"

• Special Publication, PEGJ0035, "Grease Selection Guide"

• Datasheet, PEHJ0093, "Cat DEO Monograde - Monograde Diesel Engine Oil for Cat 3600 series diesel engines"

Fuel

• Special Publication, PEHP7046, "Fuel Contamination Control Data Sheet"

• Special Publication, SENR9620, "Improving Fuel System Durability"

• Special Publication, SEBD0717, "Diesel Fuels and Your Engine"

• "ASTM D6751 Standard Specification for Biodiesel Fuel Blend Stock (B100) for Middle Distillate Fuels"

• "EN 14214 Automotive fuels - Fatty acid methyl esters (FAME) for diesel engines - Requirements and test methods"

• "ASTM D7467 Standard Specification for Diesel Fuel Oil, Biodiesel Blend (B6 to B20)"

• "ASTM D975 Standard Specification for Diesel Fuel Oils" (includes requirements for B5 and lower biodiesel blends)

• "EN 590 Automotive fuels - Diesel - Requirements and test methods" (includes requirements for B5 and lower biodiesel blends)

• "EN 14078 Liquid petroleum products - Determination of fatty acid methyl esters (FAME) in middle distillates - Infrared spectroscopy method"

• "EN 14104 Fat and oil derivatives - Fatty Acid Methyl Esters (FAME) - Determination of Acid Value"

• "ASTM D664 Standard Test Method for Acid Number of Petroleum Products by Potentiometric Titration"

• "ASTM D6469 Standard Guide for Microbial Contamination in Fuels and Fuel Systems"

• "Facts You Should Know About Renewable Fuels, EMA (Engine Manufacturer Association)"

• "EMA Technical Position on Use of Biodiesel Position Statement, EMA (Engine Manufacturer Association)"

• "ISO 8217 Petroleum products Fuels (class F) Specifications of marine fuels"

• Special Instruction, REHS0104, "Guidelines for 3600 Heavy Fuel Oil Engine"

Filters

• For general Cat filtration products, refer to the following website:

• Special Publication, PEWJ0074, "Filters and Fluids Application Guide"

• Special Publication, PEHP7046, "Fuel Contamination Control"

S·O·S Services

• Special Publication, PEHJ0191, "S·O·S Services Data Sheet"

• Special Publication, PEHP7052, "Making the Most of S·O·S Services"

• Special Publication, PEGJ0046, "Understanding S·O·S Reports"

• Special Publication, PEGJ0047, "How to Take a Good S·O·S Sample"

• Special Publication, PEGJ0045, "Reporting Particle Count by ISO Code"

• Special Publication, PEDJ0129, "Fuel Sampling Guide"

• Special Publication, PEDP7036, "S·O·S Fluids Analysis Cornerstone"

• Special Publication, PEHP7076, "Understanding S·O·S Service Tests"

Miscellaneous

• Special Publication, PEBJ0002, "Caterpillar Dealer Contamination Control Compliance Guide"

• Special Publication, PEBJ0007, "Caterpillar Customer Contamination Control Compliance Guide"

• Special Publication, SEBU5898, "Cold Weather Recommendations"

• Special Publication, PEDP9131, "Fluid Contamination - The Silent Thief"

• Special Publication, AECQ1043, "Caterpillar Product Line Brochure"

• Special Publication, PEWJ0074, "Cat Filter and Fluid Application Guide"

• Special Publication, PECP9067, "One Safe Source"

• Special Publication, NENG2500, "Caterpillar Dealer Service Tool Catalog"

• Special Publication, PECJ0003, "Cat Shop Supplies and Tools" catalog

• Special Publication, SENR3130, "Torque Specifications"

• Special Publication, SENR9620, "Improving Component Durability - Fuel Systems" (Package of 10)

• Special Publication, SEBF1018, "Improving Component Durability - Engines" (Package of 10)

• Special Publication, SEBF1020, "Improving Component Durability - Managing Fluid Cleanliness" (Package of 10)

• Special Publication, SEBF1015, "Improving Component Durability - Final Drives and Differentials" (Package of 10)

• Special Publication, SEBF1016, "Improving Component Durability - Powershift Transmissions" (Package of 10)

• Special Publication, SEBF1017, "Improving Component Durability - Component Removal and Installation" (Package of 10)

• Special Publication, SEBF1019, "Improving Component Durability - Hydraulics" (Package of 10)

• Special Publication, SEBF1021, "Improving Component Durability" Boxed set (Includes one each of the 7 “Improving Component Durability” series.)

• Special Publication, SEBD0348, "Caterpillar Performance Handbook"

• ASTM D6469, "Standard Guide for Microbial Contamination in Fuels and Fuel Systems"

Additional Reference Material

SAE J183, "Classification" This document can normally be found in the SAE handbook.

SAE J313, "Diesel Fuels" This document can be found in the SAE handbook. Also, this publication can be obtained from your local technological society, from your local library, or from your local college.

SAE J754, "Nomenclature" This document can normally be found in the SAE handbook.

Engine Manufacturers Association, " Engine Fluids Data Book"

For information on the American Petroleum Institute (API) engine oil categories, contact the API at: