How to Select the Correct Transmission Fluid for a Fleet

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

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      Document Number:0000050552