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SAE 15W-40, SAE 10W-30
Cat DEO (Diesel Engine Oil)

For Caterpillar on-highway truck, earthmoving, commercial and marine diesel engines1

Cat DEO is specifically developed, tested and approved

by Caterpillar for optimum life and performance in Cat Typical Characteristics*
on-highway truck, earthmoving, commercial and marine
diesel engines.1
SAE Viscosity Grade 15W-40 10W-30

Recommended use
API Service Classification:

Diesel CI-4, CH-4, CG-4, CF-4/CF CI-4, CH-4, CG-4, CF-4/CF

Application
Cat DEO is the preferred factory fill oil for new Cat Gasoline SL, SJ SL, SJ
machines and engines, as well as at Cat dealer service shops.
It is recommended for: OEM Specifications:

Cat diesel engines1 including low emission on-highway Cat ECF-1 ECF-1
truck, earthmoving, commercial and marine diesel engines.
Mack EO-M Plus EO-M Plus
Automotive gasoline engines that require the latest API SL
or SJ classification oils. Cummins CES 20071/76/78 20071/76/78
OEM heavy-duty diesel engines, including low emission on-
Volvo VDS-3 VDS-3
highway truck designs that recommend the use of API CI-4,
CH-4 or CG-4 classification oils. API Gravity at 16C (ASTM D287) 29.3 31.9
1
Excluding 3600, 3116 & 3126 MUI Marine and MaK.
Flash Point, C (ASTM D92) 222 227

Pour Point, C (ASTM D97) -33 -33

Fuel compatibility
Cat DEO provides CI-4 performance and protection for Cat Viscosity:
engines operating at or below these fuel sulfur levels:
cP @ -20C 6000 6000
Fuel Injection Method % Fuel Sulfur
Direct Injection (DI) 0.05% to 1.00% cP @ -25C 18,000 18,000
Precombustion (PC) 0.05% to 0.50%
cSt @ -40C (ASTM D445) 115.5 74.0

Information Sources cSt @ 100C (ASTM D445) 15.0 11.5

We can help you determine the right oil for your Cat HT/HS, cP @ 150C 4.4 3.6
machines and engines or you can refer to your "Operation
and Maintenance Manual. The following service Viscosity Index (ASTM D2270) 135 145
publications will also be helpful: SEBU6385 (On-highway
Zinc, % Wt. 0.133 0.133
truck), SEBU6250 (Earthmoving Machine) or SEBU6251
(Commercial and Marine). Nitrogen, % Wt. 0.129 0.129

Note: Cat Fluids Recommendations are available on the Internet at: Sulfated Ash (ASTM D874) 1.1 1.1
www.cat.com
TBN (ASTM D2896) 10.6 10.6
Direct Fuel Injection: If fuel sulfur exceeds 1.00%, shorten the oil
change interval based on SOS analysis results.
Precombustion Fuel Injection: If fuel sulfur exceeds 0.50%, shorten *The values shown are typical values and should not be used as quality control parameters to either accept
the oil change interval based on SOS analysis results or use Cat or reject product. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
DEO single grade oil API CF with 13.5 TBN.
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Cat DEO (Diesel Engine Oil)

Performance Tests
Enhanced Customer Benefits
Commercial Cat DEO
Soot DispersancyImproved soot dispersancy maintains oil Parameter Evaluated CI-4 CI-4
viscosity to enhance the flow of lubricant to vital engine
Cat 3406 Multicylinder Engine Test
parts. This also reduces the chance of oil filters plugging Piston deposits and oil control
under high soot loading conditions.
Cat C-12 Multicylinder Engine Test
Oxidation StabilityIncreased oxidation stability reduces Piston deposits, oil control and wear
oil sludge and viscosity under high temperature conditions. Cat 3500 Series Test
Valve Train WearHighly loaded cam followers, rocker Piston deposits and wear
arms and valve bridges are protected from scuffing and Cat 1P SCOTE
excessive wear, especially in applications with high soot. Piston deposits and oil control
Piston DepositsImproved piston deposit control for steel ASTM D4624
and aluminum pistons and improved oil oxidation resistance High temperature, high shear
result in longer ring life. ASTM D471
Sludge and VarnishProvide excellent control. Elastomer compatibility
Reduced fuel and oil consumption compared to SAE 30 and ASTM D5800 Volatility (Noack)
Evaporative Loss at 250C
SAE 40 viscosity engine oils.
Mack T-10 EGR (New)
Long Filter LifeThe high level of dispersancy keeps soot Piston ring and cylinder liner wear
particles finely dispersed in the oil so that they pass through
Cummins M-11 EGR (New)
the engine and filter without causing harm. With reasonable Valve train wear, sludge, oil filter plugging
oil drain periods, long filter change intervals are assured. HEUI Aeration Test (Navistar 7.3L)
One oil for all machines/enginesMixed fleets can Aeration control
still use the same oil in all engines, both gasoline and ASTM D6594
diesels. Simplified single inventory and dispersing system Bearing corrosion
save money. ASTM D5966 (GM 6.5LRFWT)
Hydraulic SystemsExcellent for use in most Caterpillar Cam roller follower pin wear
machine hydraulic systems. ASTM D892 Foam
Foaming control
ASTM D3945 Shear Stability Loss
Ability of VI Improver to maintain viscosity
Unique formula designed for maximum ASTM D5967 (Mack T-8E)
Viscosity increase from soot
performance, engine life and protection
Sequence IIIF
Cat DEO is designed and tested to more severe and exacting Oil oxidation
levels than those used in the American Petroleum Institute Cat 1N or 1K, 1R SCOTE
standards. The unique formulation of Cat DEO delivers the best Piston deposits and oil control
performance, protection and longest life for Cat engines.
Proper use for health and safety
SOS SM Services for early problem detection According to toxicology information, Cat DEO has little or no
adverse effects if handled and used properly. No special
We recommend protecting your investment by using scheduled precautions are suggested beyond adhering to good personal
fluid analysis. Our SOS Services program is the ultimate hygiene practices and avoiding prolonged, repeated skin
detection and diagnostic tool for your equipment, helping you to contact. For more information, contact us or refer to the
head off potential problems before they can lead to major failures "Material Safety Data Sheet" which is located on the Internet at
and costly unscheduled downtime. Caterpillars Web site:
www.catmsds.com

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