Product Information

A PRODUCT OF ASHLAND CONSUMER MARKETS, A COMMERCIAL UNIT OF ASHLAND INC.

Lubricants - Engine Oil – Heavy Duty Motor Oils

Version: 1109/03

DIESEL EXTRA LD 15W40

Premium Heavy Duty Diesel motor oil
- Enhanced Protection for Heavy Duty Diesel Engines

Valvoline Diesel Extra LD is a high performance diesel engine oil incorporating both European and
North American OEM engine oil performance credentials. Diesel Extra LD is optimized to provide
maximum durability in heavy-duty diesel engines.

Specifications and Approvals

Approvals/Performance Levels
SAE Viscosity Grade 15W-40 1 Applications
API CI-4 Plus, CI-4 / SL Diesel Extra LD reduces maintenance costs by
ACEA E7, E5, E3, E2, B3/B4 allowing for the potential of longer drain intervals,
Caterpillar ECF-2, ECF-1a and promoting soot control, engine durability and
engine cleanliness. It is recommended for the
Cummins CES 20078, 20077, 20076 European sourced engines such as Volvo and
GLOBAL DHD-1 Mercedes Benz and it is also recommended for
JASO DH-1 the American sourced engines, Cummins,
MACK EO-N Premium Plus, EO-M Plus Caterpillar, and Mack.
MAN 3275
MB 228.1, 228.3
MTU TYPE 1, TYPE 2
RVI RXD, E3
Renault Truck RD/RD-2, RLD/RLD-2
VDS3, VDS2
1 Check owners’ manual before use.

Features and Benefits

• Enhanced Dispersant
Unique high levels of dispersive technology for better soot and viscosity control and superior wear protection

• Shear stable VI viscosity

‘Stay in grade’, low temperature pump ability and high temperature protection

• Environment
Long Drain Capable – Minimising cost and your impact on the environment

• Wear protection
Excellent wear protection enhances engines and emissions system life-time (EGR).

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Product Information
A PRODUCT OF ASHLAND CONSUMER MARKETS, A COMMERCIAL UNIT OF ASHLAND INC.
Health and Safety
This product is not likely to present any significant health or safety hazards when used correctly in the right
application. A Material and Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is available on request via your local sales office or
1800 804 658 or through our website www.valvoline.com.au

Protect the Environment

Take used oil to an authorized collection point. Do not discharge into drains, soil or water.

Typical Properties
Typical property characteristics are based on current production. Whilst future production will conform to
Valvoline™ specifications, variations in these characteristics may occur.

DIESEL EXTRA LD
SAE Viscosity Grade 15W-40
Viscosity @ 100 ºC, mm2/s, ASTM D445 15.2
Viscosity @ 40 ºC, mm2/s, ASTM D445 112
Viscosity Index, ASTM D2270 144
Density @ 15C, kg/L, ASTM D4052 0.876
Base Number, mg KOH/g, ASTM D2896 11.0
CCS Viscosity, mPa.s @ –20°C, ASTM D5293 5400
Flash Point (COC), °C, ASTM D92 222
Sulfated Ash, %mass, ASTM D874 1.4 (max)
Pour Point, °C, ASTM D5950 -42

This information only applies to products manufactured in the following location(s): Australia
Part Number Pack Size
1109.57 5L
1109.20 20 L
1109.51 205 L

People Who Know, Use Valvoline™

Serving more than 100 countries around the globe, Valvoline is a leading marketer, distributor and producer
of quality branded automotive and industrial products and services. Products include automotive lubricants
including MaxLife™, the first motor oil specifically formulated for higher-mileage vehicles; transmission fluids;
gear oils; hydraulic lubricants; automotive chemicals; specialty products; greases, and cooling system
products.

For more information on Valvoline products, programs and services please visit www.valvoline.com.au or
contact the Technical Hotline on 1800 804 658

Author:
FM – Effective 1-04-2013
Replaces – 1109/02

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