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ZF EcoFluid Life Plus — engineered for modern ZF automatic transmissions
ZF EcoFluid Life Plus is designed for the thermal load, friction control and efficiency demands of modern ZF automatic commercial-vehicle transmissions. Its low-viscosity fuel-economy formulation helps reduce internal losses, while temperature stability and tailored additive chemistry help protect the transmission during intensive urban, intercity and off-road duty cycles.
Premium synthetic automatic transmission fluid / ATF for ZF powershift transmissions
14, 16, 20, 25, 26, 29
ZF Ecomat, EcoLife, EcoLifeRail, EcoWorld, EcoLife Offroad, PowerLine Offroad, PowerLine bus transmissions and selected CeTrax references
EcoFluid Life Plus is developed for commercial-vehicle automatic powershift transmissions, and service intervals depend on TE-ML class, sump temperature and duty cycle.
Why Choose Original ZF EcoFluid Life Plus
ZF EcoFluid Life Plus is formulated for ZF commercial-vehicle automatic transmissions, where clutch control, heat management and hydraulic response must stay consistent under real fleet operation.
- Its low-viscosity fuel-economy profile helps reduce internal losses while maintaining the friction behavior required for smooth power delivery.
- Stable oil chemistry helps protect clutch packs, gears, bearings and hydraulic components that often work hot, loaded and repeatedly cycled.
- Original ZF fluid gives the transmission the oil behavior it was engineered around, reducing the risk of shift complaints from a fluid that is only ‘compatible’ on paper.
- Premium synthetic PAO-based ATF with balanced additives for oxidation stability, stable friction coefficient and component protection.
- Source-backed extended intervals are valid only for the correct TE-ML class, temperature release class and operating profile.
- Aftermarket additives are not permitted because they can unpredictably alter oil characteristics.
Compatible ZF Groups and Typical Models
| Vehicle / unit group | ZF families and examples | Classes |
|---|---|---|
| Buses, trucks and special vehicles | Ecomat with sump temperatures below 100/105 C; examples HP500, HP590, HP600, HP502C, HP552C, HP592C, HP602C | 14A, 14B, 14C, 14E, 14F |
| City buses, coaches and truck variants | EcoLife for city buses, EcoLife2 for city buses, EcoLife for coaches, EcoLife CoachLine, EcoLife truck variants | 20B, 20C, 20F, 20G |
| Off-road and stationary special applications | EcoLife Offroad 1, EcoLife Offroad 2, PowerLine Offroad, DynamicPerform | 25F / 25G where EcoFluid Life Plus is included as 25G |
| PowerLine bus transmissions | PowerLine transmission for buses; examples 8 AP 700 B, 8 AP 900 B, 8 AP 1000 B, 8 AP 1200 B | TE-ML 26; EcoFluid Life Plus particularly recommended |
| Rail powershift applications | EcoLifeRail, EcoLifeRail 2, EcoWorld, EcoWorld 2 | 16N / 16Q / 16S depending on family |
| CeTrax electric central drive | CeTrax CX220 electric central drive for city buses and special vehicles | TE-ML 29 approved trade product reference |
ZF TE-ML Coverage at a Glance
ZF coverage
Ecomat powershift transmissions for buses, trucks and special vehicles
ZF coverage
Rail powershift transmissions using EcoLifeRail and EcoWorld families
ZF coverage
EcoLife powershift transmissions for city buses, coaches and trucks
ZF coverage
EcoLife Offroad, PowerLine Offroad and DynamicPerform special applications
ZF coverage
PowerLine powershift transmissions
ZF coverage
CeTrax electric central drive reference for city buses and special vehicles
Oil Change Intervals (Key References)
| Reference | Interval |
|---|---|
| Ecomat buses, class 14F | 150,000 km / 1 x every 3 years, whichever occurs first |
| Ecomat trucks and special vehicles, normal duty, class 14F | 2,000 hours / 1 x every 2 years, whichever occurs first |
| Ecomat trucks and special vehicles, tough duty, class 14F | 1,500 hours / 1 x year, whichever occurs first |
| EcoLife city buses and trucks, class 20F/20G, TE-ML 20.100 | 240,000 km / 1 x every 4 years |
| EcoLife city buses and trucks, class 20F/20G, TE-ML 20.105 | 180,000 km / 1 x every 3 years |
| EcoLife city buses and trucks, class 20F/20G, TE-ML 20.110 | 120,000 km / 1 x every 3 years |
| EcoLife CoachLine, class 20F/20G, TE-ML 20.100 | 480,000 km / 1 x every 4 years |
| EcoLife Offroad 1/2 special vehicles, class 25G | 60,000 km / 1 x every 3 years |
| PowerLine Offroad special vehicles, class 25G | 60,000 km / 1 x every 3 years |
| EcoLife Offroad stationary applications, class 25G | 1,500 h / 1 x year |
| DynamicPerform wet starting clutch, class 25G | 10,000 h / 50,000 km / 1 x every 3 years |
| PowerLine buses, heavy-duty city traffic at 95 C | 60,000 km / 1 x every 2 years |
| PowerLine buses, heavy-duty city traffic at 105 C | 30,000 km / 1 x every 2 years |
| PowerLine buses, standard urban/regional traffic at 95 C | 120,000 km / 1 x every 2 years |
| CeTrax CX220 normal operation, TE-ML 29 | Maintenance-free under normal operation |
| CeTrax CX220 repair work, TE-ML 29 | Oil change only necessary when repairs are carried out |
Filter and Quantity Verification
Confirm exact ZF unit, TE-ML class, oil sump temperature release class, duty cycle, filter element and oil quantity before supply.
Main Applications and Related ZF Gearboxes
- ZF EcoLife automatic bus transmission
- ZF EcoLife 2 automatic bus transmission
- ZF EcoLife CoachLine
- ZF PowerLine transmission
- ZF EcoMat
FAQ
Why choose original ZF EcoFluid Life Plus?
Because modern ZF automatic transmissions are sensitive to friction, viscosity and hydraulic response. A generic ATF may not reproduce the same calibrated behavior.
Does the correct oil influence fuel economy and shift comfort?
Yes. The right fluid can reduce internal losses and preserve the controlled friction needed for smooth, efficient power delivery.
Should the filter be changed with the oil?
If the service procedure specifies a filter, oil pan, gasket or service kit, these parts should be handled with the oil change. Clean oil cannot compensate for a restricted filter.
What to Send for Fast Compatibility Check
- Photo of the ZF nameplate or exact transmission model.
- Vehicle or application type (city bus, coach, truck, rail or special unit).
- Current mileage or hours, plus operating profile where relevant.
- Previous oil, filter history and sump-temperature class if known.
Need ZF EcoFluid Life Plus for your transmission?
Send ATS the ZF type plate photo or transmission model. We confirm compatibility, oil quantity, filter, price and availability in one reply.