Track APU hours separately
APU hours differ from truck miles; service each on its own schedule.
Light loads
APUs often run lightly loaded; follow the maker’s guidance.
TRUCKS AND FLEET VEHICLES
Truck APU fluids and lubricants.
Engine oil, coolant, and filters for diesel auxiliary power units on sleeper trucks.
Questions: [email protected] · Every AMSOIL link on this page carries dealer #30734402.
Fluids by compartment.
Confirm the fluid type, grade, and specifications in the truck apu maker’s manual before ordering. These examples are not a fitment result for a specific machine.
APU diesel engine
Small APU diesels list an oil category and hour interval.
Diesel oil
Signature Series 15W-40 Max-Duty Diesel Oil
15W-40 Signature Series Max-Duty synthetic diesel oil for compatible diesel engines in demanding service.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗
Diesel oil
Signature Series 10W-30 Max-Duty Diesel Oil
10W-30 Signature Series Max-Duty synthetic diesel oil for compatible diesel engines in demanding service.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗Coolant and filters
Follow the APU maker’s coolant and filter requirements.
Coolant & additives
Heavy-Duty Antifreeze & Coolant
Antifreeze and coolant formulated for compatible heavy-duty cooling-system applications.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗
Oil filters
Heavy-Duty Oil Filter
Heavy-Duty Oil Filter for the vehicle applications selected through AMSOIL’s fitment information.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗ORDER THROUGH INDEPENDENT AMSOIL DEALER #30734402
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
What oil goes in a truck APU?
The oil the APU maker specifies.
How often should APU oil be changed?
At the APU maker’s hour interval.
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 trucks and fleet vehicles
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Jeff Pittman · A1 Synthetic Oil · Independent AMSOIL Dealer #30734402 · Newport, Washington · [email protected]