How Often Should the Gear Reducer Oil in a Car Be Replaced?

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Car gear reducer oil should be replaced approximately once a year. Below is an introduction to different types of reducers: 1. Horizontal cycloidal reducers typically use oil bath lubrication under normal conditions, with the oil level maintained at the middle of the sight glass. In harsh working conditions or high-temperature environments, circulating lubrication can be employed. 2. Cycloidal pinwheel reducers generally use No. 40 or 50 mechanical oil for lubrication at room temperature. To enhance performance and extend the service life of the cycloidal pinwheel reducer, it is recommended to use No. 70 or 90 extreme pressure gear oil. In high or low-temperature working conditions, the choice of lubricating oil should be reconsidered. 3. For vertically installed planetary cycloidal pinwheel reducers, it is crucial to prevent the oil pump from running dry to avoid damage to the reducer components. To add oil, simply unscrew the vent cap on the upper part of the base. To drain the oil, unscrew the drain plug at the lower part of the base to release the contaminated oil. Note that this type of reducer does not come with internal lubricating oil when delivered from the factory.