Axle and universal fluids
Heavier cars and complex transmissions mean that car axle lubricants are more important than ever. That's why many manufacturers recommend Castrol.
The importance of car axle lubricant
Car axle lubricant has always played an essential part in maintaining reliability and longevity. But rear axle fluids are more important than ever, in an era of heavier cars with more complex transmissions
and differentials.
Castrol is the axle oil of choice for many leading car and transmission manufacturers, ensuring that when you choose Castrol axle lubricant, your rear axle will perform as the manufacturer intended, reducing the chance of handling issues or expensive repairs.
Always consult your car’s handbook to make sure you find the correct fluid for your transmission.
Available in the following grades:
Castrol Syntrax Long Life 75W-90
Fully synthetic final drive lubricant for passenger cars and commercial vehicles. Approved by MAN, Scania and ZF and specially designed and approved by BMW for use in all BMW final drives fitted with conventional (non limited slip) differentials.
Meets or exceeds industry standards:
- API GL-5
- MAN 342 Type S1
- Scania STO 1:0
- ZF TE-ML 05A, 12B, 17B, 19C, 21A
- BMW (Non-Limited Slip Rear Axles). According to Service Instruction 33 01 96 (149)
Castrol Axle EPX 80W-90
For differentials and other applications in passenger cars and commercial vehicles where API GL-5 is required.
Meets or exceeds industry standards:
- API GL-5
- MAN 342 M2
- ZF TE-ML 05A, 12E, 16B, 17B, 19B, 21A
Castrol Syntrax Limited Slip 75W-140
Full synthetic hypoid gear oil for use in both conventional and limited slip differentials. Approved for use in the high performance BMW-M Series and Mercedes Benz AMG limited slip differentials.
Meets or exceeds industry standards:
- API GL-5
- MB-Approval 235.61
- ZF TE ML 05D, 12D, 16G, 18, 21C
- BMW LS Rear Axles
- Recommended for use in Nissan GTR limited slip rear axlesSAE Class according to J306 pre 1998
Castrol Axle Z Limited Slip 90
For use in limited slip differentials in passenger cars and commercial vehicles where API GL-5 oils with specific limited slip friction performance is required.
Meets or exceeds industry standards:
- API GL-5
- ZF TE-ML 05C, 12C, 16E, 21C
Castrol Universal 75W-90
For use in both synchronised manual transmissions and final drives and differentials where API GL-4 or API GL-5 are specified.
Meets or exceeds industry standards:
- API GL-4 / API GL-5
- SAE Class according to J306 pre 1998