How to Select the Correct Transmission Fluid for a Fleet

DT12 fluid strategy examples (for bro-0118)

If unsure about how to identify the types of Detroit® Transmissions you have, please contact your Detroit representative for more information.

Shop Strategy # 1 – One Transmission Fluid for All Detroit® Transmissions

  MY 2017 & Newer MY 2016 & Older Recommended Shop Oil
Example A X  

MB 235.16 75W-85

Example B   X

MB 235.11 75W-90

Example C X X

MB 235.11 75W-90

Note* for optimal fuel economy in newer transmissions, please consider oil shop strategy #2 listed below.

Shop Strategy # 2 – Two Transmission Fluids for All Detroit® Transmissions

  MY 2017 & Newer MY 2016 & Older Recommended Shop Oil
Example A X  

MB 235.16 75W-85

Example B   X

MB 235.11 75W-90

Example C X X

Carry both transmission fluid types for the different models.

2017 & Newer

MB 235.16 75W-85

2016 & Older

MB 235.11 75W-90