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Contributed by Philipp Janczewski
June 14, 2022
4 minutes read
Special functions for the lubricant
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The additives that fit best
A transmission without oil is like a tire without air - it won't run properly. Once the engine has started, the lubricant for the transmission has a lot to do. Especially under extreme external conditions, it will need more than just a basic oil.
For this reason, lubricants such as our Lifeguardfluid 9 are enhanced with additives that give the oil certain additional properties. For example, there are additives that change the consistency of the oil so that it has a similar viscosity at different temperature levels. The oil additives' functions are quite important for vehicles with e-motor, too.
In this video, I'll explain what this is all about. Take a look and learn about the different types of additives and what needs to be considered during operation!
About the author
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Philipp Janczewski
Philipp is Global Head of Training Development, working with ZF Aftermarket since 2013. His motto as #zfexpert:
“You can never have too many horses! No matter in which engine.”