Idle hours count
Many fleets convert idle hours into equivalent miles for service intervals; use the vehicle’s hour meter.
Upfit electrical loads
Lightbars, radios, and computers keep the engine and alternator working at idle.
FIRE, POLICE, AND RESCUE
Police patrol vehicle fluids and lubricants.
Engine oil, transmission fluid, high-temperature brake fluid, and idle-hour guidance for pursuit-rated sedans and SUVs in police fleets.
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Fluids by compartment.
Confirm the fluid type, grade, and specifications in the police patrol vehicle maker’s manual before ordering. These examples are not a fitment result for a specific machine.
Engine oil
Patrol vehicles idle for hours and then run hard; follow the maker’s police or severe-service schedule.
Gasoline motor oil
Signature Series 5W-30 Motor Oil
5W-30 synthetic gasoline motor oil in the Signature Series range, formulated for advanced engine protection.
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Gasoline motor oil
Signature Series 0W-20 Motor Oil
0W-20 synthetic gasoline motor oil in the Signature Series range, formulated for advanced engine protection.
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Gasoline motor oil
OE 5W-30 Motor Oil
5W-30 synthetic gasoline motor oil in the OE range, formulated for vehicle manufacturers’ recommended oil-change intervals.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗Transmission and differential
Use the fluids the maker lists; pursuit duty heats both.
Transmission fluid
Signature Series Fuel-Efficient Automatic Transmission Fluid
Signature Series Fuel-Efficient Automatic Transmission Fluid for compatible automatic transmissions. Verify the transmission-specific application list.
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Transmission fluid
Signature Series ULV Automatic Transmission Fluid
Signature Series ULV Automatic Transmission Fluid for automatic transmissions requiring a compatible ultra-low-viscosity fluid. Verify the transmission-specific application list.
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Gear oil
SEVERE GEAR 75W-90 Gear Lube
SEVERE GEAR 75W-90 synthetic gear lube for compatible gear applications, including demanding towing and hauling use.
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Pursuit braking heats fluid; flush on schedule with the DOT type required.
Brake & steering fluid
DOT 3 and DOT 4 Brake Fluid
Synthetic brake fluid for compatible systems requiring the listed DOT 3 or DOT 4 performance specifications.
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Brake & steering fluid
DOMINATOR DOT 4 Racing Brake Fluid
DOMINATOR DOT 4 synthetic racing brake fluid for compatible braking systems used in demanding track conditions.
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Change cabin filters often for long shifts.
Specialty filters
WIX Cabin Air Filters
WIX cabin air filters sold through AMSOIL. Find the exact part number for your vehicle or equipment with AMSOIL’s lookup.
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Ready to order, or have a question first?
Shop AMSOIL directly with Jeff’s dealer number already attached, or open a business account. AMSOIL handles pricing, checkout, and shipping. If you contact AMSOIL another way, give them dealer number 30734402.
Prefer to talk it through? Email Jeff at [email protected] with your equipment, the fluid now in use, and your approximate volume.
Frequently asked questions
How often should police cars get oil changes?
On the maker’s police or severe-service schedule, often adjusted for idle hours.
What brake fluid for patrol cars?
The DOT type the maker specifies, changed on schedule.
General maintenance information. Always follow the equipment maker’s requirements and the current product data. Product availability, pricing, and account terms are set by AMSOIL.
Industries that use this equipment
More fire, police, and rescue
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Jeff Pittman · A1 Synthetic Oil · Independent AMSOIL Dealer #30734402 · Newport, Washington · [email protected]