GMW16433

Description / Abstract: Material Description. This specification covers DEXRON® Gear Oil primarily for use in axles, in cars or trucks with open or locking differentials. This specification describes, in terms of laboratory and simulated service test results, the requirements for a minimum-performance fluid.

Symbols. Not applicable.

Applicability. Lubricant for axles and power transfer units.

Remarks.

Safety. This specification may involve hazardous materials, operations, and equipment. This specification does not purport to address all of the safety problems associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this specification to establish appropriate safety and health practices and to determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

This specification uses the International System of Units (SI) as standard per IEEE/ASTM SI10, except for certain components which are commercially available only in American conventional units.

This specification uses the Rounding-Off Method per ASTM E29 for significant figures to determine conformance to specification requirements.

Unless otherwise noted, part numbers of this specification refer to those of General Motors Powertrain.