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Issued 7/21/98

SYNCHROMESH TRANSMISSION FLUID

Code 1874 MTX Fluid

MTX Fluid is a synchromesh transmission fluid (STF) formulated specifically for use in certain manual transaxles/transmissions installed by General Motors and Chrysler.

Product Application

Manual transaxle/transmission fluids are designed to minimize wear and corrosion of the gears and provide the proper frictional and viscosity characteristics to enable smooth shifting and proper function of the transaxle/transmission under a wide variety of operating conditions.

Product Description and Features

MTX Fluid is formulated with high quality paraffinic base stocks, a multifunctional performance additive, a fluidity modifier, a shear stable viscosity index improver, corrosion inhibitors, and a foam suppressor. It offers excellent synchronizer performance, oxidation stability, yellow metal compatibility, and low temperature performance. This product will satisfactorily lubricate manual transaxles/transmissions from –40F to +300F.

Benefits

In service MTX Fluid provides:


Product Recommendations and Approvals

MTX Fluid is approved for applications calling for the following:



Typical Characteristics

MTX Fluid

Code No.

1874

Test Method

Appearance

Amber

Gravity, API

D 1298

27.3

Flash, COC,°F

D 92

385

Pour Point, °F

D 97

-50

Viscosity
CP at -40°C

D 2983


25,600

Viscosity
cSt at 40°C
cSt at 100°C
SUS at 100°F
SUS at 210°F


D 445
D 445
(calc)
(calc)


41.6
9.08
209.4
56.7

Viscosity Index

D 2270

208


Handling Practices

For information on the safe handling and use of the above mentioned product(s), please refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet(s). For more information about any product, please call your Customer Service Center at 1+800-STAR-TLC or send an e-mail message to lubes@texaco.com.

Last Update 07/22/98
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