What is the replacement interval for gear oil?
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Gear oil should be replaced every 2 years. Gear oil is primarily composed of petroleum, lubricating oil, base oil, or synthetic lubricating oil, with the addition of extreme pressure anti-wear agents and oiliness agents. It is mainly used in manual transmissions and rear drive axles, offering excellent anti-wear properties, load resistance, thermal oxidation stability, and rust prevention. The functions of gear oil include: 1. Lubricating gear transmission components such as transmissions, steering gears, and reducers; 2. Reducing wear on gears and other moving parts, thereby extending their lifespan; 3. Minimizing friction, reducing power loss, dissipating heat for cooling, and preventing corrosion and rust; 4. Decreasing operational noise, reducing vibration and impact between gears, and flushing away contaminants on gear surfaces to minimize wear.