07. What does OEM mean?
Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specification was introduced by vehicle manufacturers, in order to define their internal quality standards, used in manufacturing various components and spare parts. Lubricants domain use this concept also. It defines the lubrication recommended by manufacturer in their own produced engines and transmissions. The concept is specific to the most prestigious car manufacturers in the world. In almost every case, OEM specifications are correlated with the general oil specifications: API and ACEA.
VOLKSWAGEN SPECIFICATIONS
Volkswagen introduced its own specifications in mid ’90s. Since then this classification system is the starting point for selecting the technically suitable products for all vehicles manufactured by the VW group (Volkswagen, Audi, Seat, Skoda).
Motor Oil Specifications
VW 500.00
Volkswagen specification for multigrade engine oils for gasoline engines with SAE 5W-X/10W-X viscosity. This is an “old” oil specification and is applicable to engines built before model year 2000 (up to August 1999). Oils with an approval made post March 1997 were given an alternative, later VW specification.
VW 501.00
Conventional motor oils suitable for some VW engines built before MY 2000. This is an “old” oil specification and is applicable to engines built before model year 2000 (up to August 1999). Oils with an approval made post March 1997 were given an alternative, later VW specification.
VW 502.00
Oil for gasoline engines. Successor of VW 501.01 and VW 500.00 specification. Recommended for those which are subject to arduous conditions. It must not be used for any engines with variable service intervals or any which are referred to under other specifications.
VW 503.00
Long-life gasoline engine oil for VW cars with WIV (system for longer service intervals). Also meets ACEA A1, SAE 0W-30 or 5W-30 specification.
VW 503.01
This specification is specifically for Audi RS4, Audi TT, S3 and Audi A8 6.0 V12 models with outputs of more than 180bhp, running with variable service intervals (30,000km or 2 years). Now superseded by the VW 504.00 specification.
VW504.00
The VW 504 00 specification supersedes the VW 503 00 and VW 503.01 specifications. VW 504 00 oils are suitable for engines meeting the demands of Euro IV emissions standards.
VW 505.00
Passenger car diesel engine oil specification, minimum performance level CCMC PD-2. Lists viscosities SAE 5W-50, 10W-50/60, 15W-40/50, 20W-40/50 requiring 13% max. evaporation loss and SAE 5W-30/40, 10W-30/40 requiring 15% max. evaporation loss.
VW 505.01
Special engine oil for VW turbodiesel engines with pump-injector-unit and for the V8 Commonrail turbodiesel engines. Meets ACEA B4 SAE 5W-40 specification.
VW 506.00
These oils are suitable for diesel engines with extended service intervals of up to 50,000km / 2 years. Not for use on engines with a single injector pump. Oil change is indicated by the electronic service indicator. Viscosity is SAE 0W30.
VW 506.01
These oils are especially for “Pumpe-Düse” (unit injector or “PD” engines) running on extended service intervals (30,000 – 50,000km / 24 months). Oil change is indicated by the electronic service indicator.
VW 507.00
Low SAPS oils suitable for Euro 4 engines and almost all VAG diesel engines from 2000 onwards with extended service intervals, unitary injector pumps and also Pumpe-Düse (“PD”) engines. Excludes V10, R5 engines and VW Commercial vehicles without fitted DPF (diesel particulate filters) – these must use a 506 01 specification oil.
VW 508.00
This standard is not yet released. It will probably require a low SAPS oil with energy conserving properties.
Gear Oils
VW G 009 317
Gear oil for mechanical and automatic 6 gear transmissions.
VW G052 145 A2
Special synthetic gear oil with SAE 75W90 viscosity for front and rear differentials, including limited slip differentials.
VW G 052 162 A2
Special ATF with viscosity modifier. Suitable for 4 and 5 gear ZF automatic transmissions. Not suitable for 6 gear transmissions.
VW G 052 171
SAE 70W75 viscosity gear oil.
VW G 052 171 A2
Special gear oil designed for the manual transmissions of cars with transverse engines.
VW G 052 175
Special working fluid for Haldex clutches. Developed by Haldex and Statoil.
VW G 052 178
Gear oil with SAE 75W viscosity.
VW G 052 180 A2
Special gear oil for Audi Multitronic transmissions.
VW G 052 182 (VW TL 521 82)
Special gear oil for certain DSG dual clutch transmissions.
VW G 052 190 A2
Special VW gear oil for Multitronic CVT transmissions.
VW G 052 726
Monograde gear oil with SAE 75W viscosity.
VW G 052 798
SAE 70W75 viscosity gear oil.
VW G 052 911
Audi specification for transmissions used with longitudinal engine configurations. Products meeting this specification are of SAE 75W90 viscosity and also meet API GL-5 criteria.
VW G 052 990
Special ATF for automatic transmissions combined with differentials.
VW G 055 005
Special ATF for VW automatic transmissions and transaxles.
VW G 055 145
Transmission oil with 3% Sturaco additive.
VW G 055 162
Special ATF for VW automatic transmissions and transaxles.
VW G 055 175 A2
Special working fluid for Haldex clutches. Developed by Haldex and Statoil.
FORD SPECIFICATIONS
Motor oil specifications
Ford WSS-M2C913-A
Engine oil, Initial and service fill, SAE 5W-30. This specification meets the ILSAC GF-2 and ACEA A1-98 and B1-98 and additional Ford requirements.
Ford WSS-M2C913-B
The Ford M2C913-B specification is released in Europe for initial fill engine oils used for lubrication of spark ignition engines using gasoline and for compression ignition engines using diesel fuels. The specification is also used to define engine oils for servicing Ford engines where applicable. The oil shall meet all the requirements of the ILSAC GF-2 and GF-3 specification, the ACEA A1-98 and B1-98 specification and additional Ford requirements.
Ford WSS-M2C913-C
Fully backwards compatible and is strongly recommended for all applications that currently require the specification Ford M2C913-B. The new engine oil provides various benefits to the customer such as improved fuel economy benefits and high robustness to biodiesel fuels.
Ford WSS-M2C913-D
Introduced in 2012, oils meeting this specification are recommended for all Ford diesel engines except Ford Ka TDCi models manufactured before 2009 and Ford Galaxy 1.9 TDi models manufactured between 2000 and 2006. A product meeting this specification is especially recommended for diesel engines where M2C913-B or M2C913-C oils were initially required. An oil meeting this specification must be used in Ford Transit vehicles manufactured from 2012 onward with Duratorq 2.2 engine. Oils meeting this specification can be used with extended oil change intervals and are also suitable to be used in engines running on biodiesel or high sulfur diesel.
Ford WSS-M2C917-A
Viscosity SAE 5W40 engine oil for pump injector diesel engines.
Ford WSS-M2C934-A
Extended drain engine oil for vehicles equipped with diesel particulate filter (DPF).
Ford WSS-M2C937-A
Special engine oil for Ford Focus RS. Viscosity should be SAE 0W-40.
Ford WSS-M2C948-B
Largely based on the ACEA C2 oil sequence this spec requires a low SAPS 5W20 oil and is primarily designed for the 1.0 liter, 3-cylinder EcoBoost engine. Contains in-house tests for fuel economy and piston deposit control. Oils meeting this spec must provide a 0.9% fuel economy improvement over regular 5W-20 oils.
Ford WSS-M2C950-A
Special engine oil for Ford Focus Diesel 2.0 manufatured from September 2014 and Ford Mondeo Diesel 2.0 manufactured from 2015. Viscosity should be SAE 0W-30.
Manual Transmission Fluids
Ford 8U7J-19G518-BA
Special gear oil for Ford Kuga’s transferbox.
Ford 8U7J-8708687-AA
Special gear oil for Haldex clutches.
Ford M2C104-A
SAE 90 mechanical gear oil with EP additive and friction modifier.
Ford M2C175-A
API GL-4 grade, SAE 80W90 gear oil for Ford Type N transmissions made before 1990.
Ford M2C186-A
Friction modified transmission oil for Ford MT75 transmissions.
Ford M2C192-A
SAE 75W140 grade hypoid gear oil for regular and limited slip rear differentials.
Ford M2C192-A + M2C118-A
Synthetic hypoid gear oil with friction modifier.
Ford M2C197-A
Hypoid differential oil with EP properties.
Ford M2C197-A + M2C118-A
Special formula Trac-Lok for rear axles.
Ford M2C200-B
Synthetic, SAE 75W90 grade, API GL-4 or GL-5 level hypoid gear oil with extreme pressure (EP) properties.
Ford M2C200-C
Polyalphaolefine (PAO) based, synthetic gear oils.
Ford M2C200-D
Polyalphaolefine (PAO) based, synthetic gear oil with viscosity modifier and extreme pressure (EP) additive.
Ford M2C201-A
Thermally stable hypoid gear oil for front differentials. Meets MIL-L-2105D and API GL-5.
Ford M2C918-A
SAE 75W90 grade synthetic gear oil for rear differentials.
Ford M2C936-A
Special gear oil for certain dual clutch transmissions..
Ford M2C94-A
SAE 80W90 or 80W grade multifunction hypoid gear oil. Meets API GL-5 and MIL-L-2105C.
Ford N052145 VX00
VW G 052 145 equivalent Ford specification. Fully synthetic, meets API GL-4 and SAE 75W90.
Automatic Transmission Fluids
Ford Mercon
Automatic transmission fluid specification for use in Ford automatic transmissions.
Ford Mercon V
Ford Mercon V specification. An automatic transmission fluid with improved protection against rust, corrosion, deposits and wear. It improves low-temperature shifting and guards against transmission shudder. Mercon V is fully backwards compatible with Mercon.
BMW SPECIFICATIONS
BMW Longlife-98 (BMW LL-98)
Special long-life engine oil, approved by BMW. Also meets ACEA A3/B3, API SJ/CD, EC SAE 5W-40. Usually required for BMWs manufactured before MY 2002. Obsolete since 2009.
BMW Longlife-01 (BMW LL-01)
Special BMW approval for fully synthetic long-life oil. Product meets ACEA A3/B3 and API: SJ/CD EC-II. Usually required for BMWs built after MY 2002. Can also be used where a BMW Longlife-98 oil is recommended.
BMW Longlife-01 FE (BMW LL-01 FE)
Fully synthetic long-life oil with fuel economy properties. Oils meeting this specifications must have a low HTHS viscosity to meet the manufacturer’s fuel economy requirements. These oils are only suitable for the following engines: N1x, N2x, N54, N55, N63, N74.
BMW Longlife-04 (BMW LL-04)
Special BMW approval for fully synthetic long-life oil. Viscosities are SAE 0W-30, 0W-40, 5W-30 and 5W-40. Usually required for BMWs equipped with a diesel particulate filter (DPF). Can also be used where a BMW Longlife-98 or BMW Longlife-01 oil is recommended.
BMW Longlife-12 (BMW LL-12)
Special motor oil for certain approved gasoline engines and the following diesel engines only: Nx7K1, Nx7U1, Nx7O1 from model year 2013. Not suitable for engines with 2 or 3 turbos.
BMW Longlife-14+ (BMW LL-14+)
Special motor oil for the following gasoline engines only: N20, Bx8 from model year 2014. Not allowed for diesel engines.
GENERAL MOTORS SPECIFICATIONS
Motor oil specifications
GM-LL-A-025
Special GM approval for long-life engine oil for gasoline engines. Viscosity is SAE 0W-30. Product meets ACEA A3/B3. Drain interval can be as long as 30 000 kms.
GM-LL-B-025
Special GM approval for long-life engine oil for diesel engines. Viscosity is SAE 5W-40. Product meets ACEA A3/B3/B4. Drain interval can be as long as 50 000 kms.
Automatic Transmission Fluids
Dexron Type A, Suffix A
Specification introduced in 1957. It requires the oil to meet certain limits regarding its kinematic viscosity.
Dexron IID
General Motors Dexron®-IID Specification. ATF issued in 1975. Contained ATF cooler corrosion requirements not listed in Dexron® – II.
Dexron IIE
General Motors Specification Dexron®-IIE. ATF issued in 1991 requiring improved low temperature performance compared to Dexron®-IID, 20 000 cP at minus 40 °C.
Dexron IIIF
GM specification for Automatic transmission oil introduced in 1994. Successor of Dexron IID and IIE.
Dexron IIIG
Successor of Dexron III(F) automatic transmission fluid. This has the same low temperature characteristics as Dexron IIE, but with modifications to anti-oxidancy and friction material. Introduced in 1997.
Dexron IIIH
Dexron III licence H was introduced in June 2003 to replace the Dexron III G fluid. It has an oxidatively stable base oil (group 2 or group 3). Oils according to this specification have longer maintenance of friction properties and anti-shrudder properties, better foam control and a longer fluid life.
Dexron VI
Specification introduced in 2005 to replace Dexron IIIH. This specification requires better stay-in-grade properties, oxidative stability and anti-foam characteristics. Oils meeting this specification can be used with extended drain intervals and are energy conserving.
FIAT SPECIFICATION
These qualifications define the characteristics to be complied with by the lubricants used in engines with Otto and Diesel cycle for the first time of filling and during service. The standard is formed of a series of tests in the laboratory and on the engine to assess the performance level of lubricants. The laboratory tests qualify the lubricant evaluating the viscosity, cold yield value, tendency to produce foam, corrosion on copper reed, behavior with rubbers and resistance to oxidation. The engine tests assess the performance levels of lubricants in terms of sticking rings, deposits on pistons, wear and also oil consumption of certain diesel and petrol engines which are the most representative of Fiat Auto’s most advanced technologies.
Fiat 9.55535-G1
Qualification for gasoline engine lubricants granting fuel economy and extended drain.
Fiat 9.55535-G2
Qualification for gasoline engine lubricants with standard characteristics.
Fiat 9.55535-H2
Qualification for gasoline engine lubricants, granting high performances and high viscosity at high temperatures. OEM recommended product also meets API: SM, ACEA A3-04/B3-04.
Fiat 9.55535-H3
Qualification for gasoline engine lubricants granting very high performances.
Fiat 9.55535-D2
Qualification for Diesel engine lubricants with standard characteristics.
Fiat 9.55535-M2
Qualification for lubricants with extended drain. OEM recommended product also meets ACEA B3-04/B4-04, GM-LL-B-025.
Fiat 9.55535-N2
Qualification for lubricants with a very good characteristics for turbocharged engines, Diesel and gasoline, with extended drain. Minimum requirement is ACEA A3/B4-04.
Fiat 9.55535-S1
Qualification for Diesel and gasoline engine, with exhaust treatment system, lubricants, granting fuel economy and extended drain. OEM recommended product is also approved to ACEA C2.
Fiat 9.55535-S2
Qualification for Diesel and gasoline engine, with exhaust treatment system, lubricants, with extended drain. OEM recommended product also meets: ACEA C3-04, MB 229.51 and API: SM/CF.
MERCEDES SPECIFICATIONS
The name of the MB specifications derives from the Mercedes Bluebook scheme, divided by numbered paragraphs and pages. It is used by dealers to identify the products certified by the manufacturer and their correct application on the engines.
MB 229.1
For petrol and diesel engines. Minimum quality required ACEA A2/B2 with additional limits on engine.
MB 229.3
For petrol and diesel engines. Minimum quality required ACEA A3 / B3 / B4 and MB 229.1. It can only certify 0/ 5 W-x oils.
MB 229.31
Multigrade, low SPAsh engine oil, advised for both diesel and petrol engines of Mercedes Benz, Smart and Chrysler. Only low viscosity engine oils which can realize a 1,0% saving on used fuel in the M111 Fuel economy test (CEC L-54-T-96) can get this approval. In this test the fuel savings are compared to the performance of the Reference oil RL 191 (SAE 15W-40).
MB 229.5
MB sheet for energy conserving oils for certain car and van engines. Approved oils must meet ACEA A3, B3 and B4 specification and some additional demands by Daimler Chrysler AG. Oil must be on the approval list.
MB 229.51
Low SAPS Long Life engine oil for diesel engines with particle filter meeting emission EU-4 -> standards.
MB 229.52
Oils meeting this specifications must have lower ash content, at least 1% better fuel economy compared to the requirements of MB 229.31 and MB 229.51 and better oxidation stability for biofuel compatibility. Can also be used where an MB 229.31 or an MB 229.51 oil is required. Just like MB 229.5 and MB 229.51 this spec requires a long life oil.
PEUGEOT-CITROËN SPECIFICATIONS
Motor oil specifications
The French PSA group issued a set of oil specifications in 2009 in order to exercise greater control over the motor oils used in their vehicles. All specifications are based on ACEA specs but also require further conditions to be met.
PSA B71 2290
Peugeot/Citroën engine oil specification introduced in 2009. B71 2290 is a low-SAPS oil intended for engines with diesel particulate filters and with Euro 5 emission standards. General specifications are: ACEA C2 or C3 with additional PSA tests.
PSA B71 2294
Peugeot/Citroën engine oil specification introduced in 2009. Main specification: ACEA A3/B4 with additional PSA tests.
PSA B71 2295
Peugeot/Citroën engine oil standard for engine before MY 1998. General specification: ACEA A2/B2.
PSA B71 2296
Peugeot/Citroën engine oil specification introduced in 2009. General specifications: ACEA A3/B4 + additional PSA tests.
PSA B71 2312
Peugeot Citroën has developed B71 2312 standard for oils able to endure the most severe thermal constrains along with most modern after treatment systems compatibility. The PSA B71 2312 standard applies to all Peugeot and Citroën vehicles equipped with “BlueHDi” Diesel engines fitted with SCR (Selective Catalyst Reduction) allowing NOx (Nitrous oxides) treatment through the use of AdBlue® additive or so-called “diesel exhaust fluid”. The standard also requires improved cold flow properties to reduce hydrodynamic friction of the oil, in order to obtain fuel economy benefits especially when the oil is cold. This extra requirement for cold flow properties allows excellent oil flow at start up, faster oil pressure build up, faster revs raisings and faster operating temperature reach. This type of low viscosity lubricant allows fuel consumption reduction and therefore reduces greenhouse gases (CO2) emissions.
Trasmission Oil specifications
PSA B71 2330
API GL-4 level gear oils with SAE 75W80 viscosity. Suitable for transaxles.
PSA 9730 A8
Special gear oil for the C550 transmissions used in Citroen C1 and Peugeot 107.
PSA B71 2315
API GL-4 level, SAE 75W80 viscosity gear oil made of API Group III base oils.
RENAULT SPECIFICATIONS
Motor Oil Specifications
Renault RN0700
Renault engine oil specification; introduced in 2007 upon introduction of the Laguna III. General requirements: ACEA A3/B4 or ACEA A5/B5.
Renault RN0710
Renault engine oil specification; introduced in 2007 upon introduction of the Laguna III. General requirements: ACEA A3/B4 + additional Renault demands.
Renault RN 0720
Renault engine oil specification; introduced in 2007 upon introduction of the Laguna III. General requirements: ACEA C3 + additional Renault demands. RN0720 is designed for use in the latest generation diesel engines equipped with DPF.
Trasmission Oil Specification
Tranself NFJ (aka Tranself TRJ)
API GL-5 level mechanical gear oil for Renault J series transmissions built with bronze synchronizer rings.
Tranself NFP (aka Tranself TRX)
API GL-5 level, high performance gear oils for heavy duty transmissions. Excellent shear stability and anti-foam properties.
Tranself TRP
API GL-5 level mechanical gear oil for Renault PK6 series transmissions built with bronze synchronizer rings.
Tranself TRT
API GL-5 level mechanical gear oil for Renault JR5 series transmissions built with bronze synchronizer rings.
COMMERCIAL VEHICLES OILS
MERCEDES OIL SPECIFICATIONS
MB 228.0, MB 228.2, include monograde oils, intended for use in diesel engines in commercial vehicles and industrial equipment, which are not fitted with particle filters. These oils also meet the requirements of ACEA E-2 and API CF standards.
MB 228.1 includes multigrade oils, intended for use in diesel engines in commercial vehicles and industrial equipment, which are not fitted with particle filters. These oils also meet the requirements of ACEA E-2 and API CF standards.
MB 228.3 includes oils for use in diesel engines in on or off highway commercial vehicles fitted with advanced exhaust gas treatment, EGR, SCR NOx without DPF. These oils also meet requirements of ACEA E7-12 and API CI-4 standards.
MB 228.5 includes oils for use in diesel engines in on or off highway commercial vehicles fitted with advanced exhaust gas treatment, EGR, SCR NOx without DPF. These oils also meet requirements of ACEA E4-12 and API CG-4 standards.
MB 228.31 includes “low SAPS” oils for use in diesel engines in on or off highway commercial vehicles fitted with advanced exhaust gas treatment, EGR, SCR NOx and specially with DPF. These oils also meet requirements of ACEA E9-12 and API CJ-4 standards.
MB 228.51 includes “low SAPS” oils for use in diesel engines in on or off highway commercial vehicles fitted with advanced exhaust gas treatment, EGR, SCR NOx and specially with DPF. These oils also meet requirements of ACEA E6-12 and API CI-4 standards.
VOLVO OIL SPECIFICATIONS
Volvo VDS includes mono or multigrade oils, intended for use in diesel engines in commercial vehicles and industrial equipment, which are not fitted with particle filters. These oils also meet the requirements of ACEA E-2 and API CF standards.
Volvo VDS-2 includes oils for use in diesel engines in on or off highway commercial vehicles fitted with advanced exhaust gas treatment, EGR, SCR NOx without DPF. These oils also meet requirements of ACEA E4-12 and API CG-4 standards.
Volvo VDS-3 includes oils for use in diesel engines in on or off highway commercial vehicles fitted with advanced exhaust gas treatment, EGR, SCR NOx without DPF. These oils also meet requirements of ACEA E7-12 and API CI-4 standards.
Volvo VDS-4 includes “low SAPS” oils for use in diesel engines in on or off highway commercial vehicles fitted with advanced exhaust gas treatment, EGR, SCR NOx and specially with DPF. These oils also meet requirements of ACEA E9-12 and API CJ-4 standards.
MAN OIL SPECIFICATIONS
MAN 270, 271 include mono or multigrade oils, intended for use in diesel engines in commercial vehicles and industrial equipment, which are not fitted with particle filters. These oils also meet the requirements of ACEA E-2 and API CF standards.
MAN 3275 includes oils for use in diesel engines in on or off highway commercial vehicles fitted with advanced exhaust gas treatment, EGR, SCR NOx without DPF. These oils also meet requirements of ACEA E7-12 and API CI-4 standards.
MAN 3277 includes oils for use in diesel engines in on or off highway commercial vehicles fitted with advanced exhaust gas treatment, EGR, SCR NOx without DPF. These oils also meet requirements of ACEA E4-12 and API CG-4 standards.
MAN 3477 includes “low SAPS” oils for use in diesel engines in on or off highway commercial vehicles fitted with advanced exhaust gas treatment, EGR, SCR NOx and specially with DPF. These oils also meet requirements of ACEA E6-12 and API CI-4 standards.
MAN 3575 includes “low SAPS” oils for use in diesel engines in on or off highway commercial vehicles fitted with advanced exhaust gas treatment, EGR, SCR NOx and specially with DPF. These oils also meet requirements of ACEA E9-12 and API CJ-4 standards.