Argo All 6X6, Service Manual

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Transmission Argo Service Manual
TR-3
Transmission Oil
Maintenance Schedule
The transmission oil should be changed after the initial 25 hours of vehicle operation.
After this, it should be changed every 150 operating hours.
CAUTION
Proper transmission lubrication will reduce wear, and extend gearbox life. Please use
the type, and quantity of transmission oil specified below.
CAUTION
Inspecting the condition and level of oil in the transmission must be done on a regular
basis.
Do not operate the ARGO if the transmission oil level on the dipstick is above or
below the grooved indicator. Damage to the transmission or a reduction in vehicle
performance could occur.
Recommended Oil Type
Oil Type
: 80W90 Gear Oil HYPOY-C or an EP Rated 80W90 Gear Oil for Extreme
Pressure Gear applications.
Using any other than the recommended oil could cause serious damage to the
transmission components. The approximate refill capacity of the ARGO transmission is
0.85 Liters (1.5 imperial pints, 1.8 U.S pints). However, be sure that it is filled to the full
mark on the dipstick. DO NOT OVERFILL.
Do not operate the ARGO if the transmission oil level on the dipstick is above or
below the grooved indicator. Damage to the transmission or a reduction in vehicle
performance could occur.
Recommended Oil Type
Oil Type
: 80W90 Gear Oil HYPOY-C or an EP Rated 80W90 Gear Oil for Extreme
Pressure Gear applications or ARGO brand 75W90 Synthetic lube (Part No.130-104).
Using any other than the recommended oil could cause serious damage to the
transmission components. The approximate refill capacity of the ARGO transmission is
0.85 Liters (1.5 imperial pints, 1.8 U.S pints). However, be sure that it is filled to the full
mark on the dipstick. DO NOT OVERFILL.
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