Description / Abstract:
This SAE Recommended Practice was developed by SAE, and the section
"Standard Classification and
Specification for Service Greases" cooperatively with ASTM, and NLGI.
It is intended to assist
those concerned with the design of automotive components, and with the
selection and marketing of
greases for the lubrication of certain of those components on
passenger cars, trucks, and buses.
The information contained herein will be helpful in understanding the
terms related to properties,
designations, and service applications of automotive greases.
Rationale
This document has been revised to include recent tests and
information. The sections on
transmission joint greases and greases for other vehicle needs have
been considerably expanded.