How to change the oil in a VAZ gearbox. Semi-synthetic and synthetic materials

The VAZ 2114 car is equipped with a five-speed gearbox. Unpretentious and fairly reliable mechanism. With proper care and timely maintenance, it works throughout the entire life of the car.

To achieve this result, it is enough to follow some of the manufacturer's recommendations. One of them is the timely replacement of gear oil.

Change frequency and choice of gearbox lubricant

Depends on the operating conditions of the vehicle. In regions with colder climates, less viscous fluids are used. High viscosity oils are best suited for hot climates.

Depending on the season, it is important to consider the properties of the oil used. For better performance of the assigned functions, it is recommended to replace mineral oil with semi-synthetic or synthetic oil before the winter period. Synthetics for mineral - before summer.

For high mileage, it is worth focusing on mileage. For a VAZ 2114 car, the replacement is made at least once every 60,000 km. If the car is rarely used, consider the expiration date of the lubricant. The average value is 5 years.

Transmission oil tolerances for a VAZ car

API classification - GL-4

The corresponding classification according to GOST is TM-4. Such oils are suitable for operation in conditions of varying severity - from mild to severe. Used in synchronized gearboxes. The use of oils of a different class may affect the increase in wear of gears and gearbox synchronizers.

SAE classification

Mineral 85w90. Suitable for high mileage gearboxes. It has good lubricating properties in hot weather. Due to its high viscosity, it thickens at low temperatures, making it difficult to start the car. The box works almost silently. Inexpensive cost.

Semi-synthetic 75w90. Lubricating properties at a high level. In warm climates, it remains quite viscous. In winter it warms up quickly. Reduces transmission noise. Middle price segment.

Synthetic 75w90. In summer, due to high fluidity, it becomes liquid. Particular attention should be paid to the gearbox seals, oil smudges are likely. Does not thicken in the cold, makes it easier to start the car. The gearbox is quite noisy. High price.

When choosing a manufacturer, it is worth proceeding from the financial capabilities and recommendations of sellers.

Prerequisites for an oil change

• mileage after the previous oil change is approaching the mark of 60,000 km. Using the grease for a longer period of time results in loss of lubricity. The wear of the gearbox elements is increasing.
• the appearance of extraneous noise in the checkpoint. Difficulty shifting gears. Grinding when shifting gears, a constant or hum that occurs at certain speeds.
• the presence of a large accumulation of metal chips or black oil. Determined by visual inspection of the oil dipstick when checking the lubrication level.
• burning smell. With heavy loads on the transmission. Using low gears at high engine speeds.
• season change.

What will be needed when replacing

1. New gear lubricant.
2. Flushing liquid in case of gearbox cleaning.
3. Key or head for 17.
4. Drainage capacity.
5. Syringe or funnel for pouring.
6. Clean rag.

Is it worth it to flush the VAZ 2114 box

During operation, as a result of friction of the gearbox elements, metal chips are formed. The large one settles at the bottom, the part that attracts the magnet on the drain plug. Small spreads throughout the box, settling on its elements. When draining, some of the oil and chips remain on the walls of the crankcase and gearbox gears.

The use of flushing fluids allows you to drain the maximum amount of mining and clean out the settled chips. It is especially recommended to flush the gearbox when changing the oil.

Mixing lubricants of different viscosities affects uniformity and reduces lubricity. Without flushing, only most of the old oil can be drained.

Preparing for a replacement

Replacement process

We mute the car. Tighten the hand brake. We give some time for the oil to glass in the gearbox housing. We open the hood. Remove the protective cap from the breather box.

We take out the dipstick. We go down into the viewing hole. We remove the engine protection. We unscrew the drain plug by 17. In order not to disrupt the edges, we use the cap side of the key or the head.

Drain the oil into a container. We wait until the oil stops flowing, but begins to drip. We look for the presence of metal chips on the drain plug magnet. We draw conclusions about the wear of gears. We wash and wipe the cork. We spin back.

In order not to guess how much oil is in the box of the VAZ 2114, be guided by the following amount. To flush the gearbox, fill in about 3.5 liters of flushing fluid through the dipstick seat. We use a special large-volume syringe or a hose of a suitable diameter and a funnel. We insert the probe, put on the cap on the breather.

We start the car. For best results, it is recommended to ride in first gear. We drive the car back and drain the flushing fluid in the same sequence.

The required volume of oil for the normal functioning of the gearbox is about 3.3 liters. Using a syringe or hose, pour three liters of oil. After a few minutes, check the level.

During this time, the filled oil will drain into the crankcase. If necessary, add lubricant in small portions. We control the level. The new oil should reach the maximum mark. We put on a cap on the breather. We install engine protection.

One of the possible and common problems of the gearbox of VAZ 2114 cars is the wear of the fifth gear. Occurs due to design features, namely a high location relative to the crankcase. Adding oil above the maximum level by 200-300 ml helps prevent breakage or extend the life of gears with low wear.

Oil change in a box vaz 2114 - step by step video instruction

Checkpoint of the old model

Unlike new-style boxes, there is no dipstick on such gearboxes. The procedure for changing the oil is as follows. We warm up the car. We drive to the overpass.

We remove the engine protection. Using a 17 key, unscrew the filler plug. Located above the drain. We unscrew the drain plug with the same key and drain the mining into the container.

Screw on the drain plug. If the box is cleaned before changing the lubricant, then fill in the flushing fluid using a special syringe or through a hose and a watering can through the filler hole. We twist the filler plug. We start the car. Let's work.

We drain the flush, repeating all the steps. If the gearbox is not cleaned, fill in new oil. Since there is no dipstick, we pour liquid until the excess flows back from the filler hole. We twist the filler plug. We install engine protection.

To solve the problem with the hum of the fifth gear, we proceed as follows. We raise the car with a jack from the side of the gearbox filler hole. This will allow more oil to be poured in. We unscrew, add, twist. In this case, overflow is excluded. Excess oil will squeeze out through the box breather.

Summarize:

Regular replacement and the right lubricant help prolong the life of the gearbox. You can choose and change the oil yourself or seek help from specialized service stations. Great mileage for your car!

We choose the right oil in the box VAZ 2109

The brand of domestic cars VAZ 2109 is known for its regular breakdowns, but repairs and spare parts themselves are relatively inexpensive. With competent operation and regular maintenance of the car, you will be able to keep it in normal working condition. An important role is played by transmission oil for the VAZ 2109. Today we will tell you how to choose it correctly, taking into account all the main parameters and characteristics.

When choosing oil for a VAZ gearbox 2109 you can use the car's manual or refer to the experience of numerous owners of this car. The manufacturer recommends filling with mineral all-weather lubricants, including:

• Rexol T. SAE 80W-85 class GL-4;
• Omskoyal Trans P. SAE 80W-85 universal classification GL-4/5;
• WavezTM4. SAE 80W-90 class GL-4.

In addition, you can pick up the transmission oil other imported and Russian brands. The key selection criterion is the fluid class.

The VAZ 2109 car is front-wheel drive, so GL-3 and GL-4 oils according to foreign classification, as well as TM-3 and TM-4 for Russia, are suitable for their box. Accordingly, despite the recommendations of some motorists, GL-5 / TM-5 gearboxes cannot be filled in the gearbox, otherwise the gearbox synchronizers will suffer.

At the factory, mineral oil was always poured in for transfer from Lukoil. Of course, for the first time, this is quite enough, especially if you drive a car in the warm season. For the winter, mineral gear oil for the VAZ 2109 does not fit well, and what is connected with this will be explained below. How to change the oil, which you can read here.

Mineral oil in gearbox

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Mineral oil at the Lukoil checkpoint

The most important and only advantage of mineral oil for the VAZ 2109 gearbox is low price, especially compared to semi-synthetic and synthetic fluids. For example, a 4-liter bottle of good mineral oil can be bought for 400 rubles, and a similar container with semi-synthetic oil costs at least 1000 rubles.

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Mineral oil has pretty good lubricating properties, so even on the cheapest lubricating structure, you can pump up to 50-70 thousand kilometers. At the same time, in cold weather, oil loses its properties and freezes, which makes it difficult to start the engine in severe frosts.

Semi-synthetic and synthetic materials

Oil for VAZ gearbox 2109 Liquid Moly

With these types of oils for the VAZ 2109 gearbox, everything is a little different, and the main drawback is associated with a high price. In general, this minus is the only one, but there are many advantages for such oils:

1. Oil for a VAZ 2109 gearbox of this type, it is more technologically advanced and contains several additives that reduce the wear of transmission parts and extend their service life.
2. The freezing point of oil is lower, so even in cold weather you can start the engine and release the clutch after a few seconds.
3. Oil heats up quickly and acquires fluidity, unlike mineral water.
4. The idea that synthetic oil compresses oil seals and flows through all connections is a myth.

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Engine or transmission?

Some owners of domestic cars buy engine oil in a VAZ 2109 gearbox, but this is not always good for transmission.

When the VAZ front SUV appeared in the 80s, many motorists and mechanics in service centers were surprised that the transmission had to be filled with regular engine oil. This unusual decision was due to the new design of the gearbox, which at that time simply did not have the right oil, or rather it was very difficult to get it.

Popular oil TAD-17I

A wide class of gear oil for VAZ 2109 TAD-17I was created for gears, hypoid gears and helical gears with high loads, which worked with contact loads between the teeth of more than 3000 MPa, but were not suitable for VAZ transmissions 2109 .

The high viscosity of the lubricant and special additives in the composition, which make the oil film more durable, contributed to the abundant lubrication of the synchronizers, but the oil was not completely squeezed out. Because of this, the angular velocity of the gears and the sliding clutch did not equalize, and the gears were engaged with difficulty and with an unauthorized sound. Along with this, accelerated gear wear occurred.

If you become the owner of a vehicle, you should know that you cannot only operate a car, and do not pay due attention to its technical condition. Otherwise, you will have to face difficulties in the near future. Your car just won't want to budge. You will have to invite masters or transport your car in tow to the station. To avoid this fate, you need to know how to properly change the oil in the VAZ-2114 gearbox. By the way, many of you may have heard that the gearbox is the most stable unit that needs the least repair work. This, indeed, is true, but only on condition that you drain the mining in time and fill in a new one.

How is the oil change in the VAZ-2114 gearbox.

Replacement process

You are ready to offer specialists at the service station. They are well versed in such technical issues, so they will easily carry out a replacement. However, you should be prepared for the fact that you will have to pay a significant amount of money for such a service. We suggest you do otherwise, initially arm yourself with our recommendations, purchase all the necessary materials, and then proceed with the practical replacement of the transmission fluid.

How often should the oil be changed

To find out how often you need to change the TM, the recommendations of the manufacturer of your vehicle help us. In particular, if you own a domestic VAZ-2114 car, then it is necessary to replace the transmission fluid every 60 thousand kilometers. However, we will hasten to make small adjustments. If you operate your car in difficult conditions, make you travel long distances on poor quality roads, then it is best to fill in new oil at the checkpoint after a run of 30 thousand kilometers.

We also recommend learning to hear your own car. Listen for any sounds that have not previously appeared when shifting gears. If you begin to notice suspicious squeaks, if every attempt to switch the speed is accompanied by even minor difficulties, then it's time to change the TM. Replacement will also be required in cases where the clutch does not work.

Checking the oil level in the gearbox

Even if you have recently filled in new oil, we recommend checking its level from time to time. Even a slight decrease in the permissible volume can provoke a technical failure, as a result of which the gearbox will stop functioning normally. Inexperienced drivers do not always know how to properly check the oil level in the VAZ-2114 gearbox, so we are sending you ready-made recommendations.

First, open the hood and visually inspect the engine compartment to determine where the dipstick is located. Remove the dipstick, wipe it thoroughly with a rag to completely eliminate old oil marks. We recommend using a lint-free cloth. Otherwise, these fluffs may remain on the surface of the dipstick and then get into the gear oil.

Now just return the dipstick to its original position, wait a few minutes, remove it again and carefully look at exactly where the oil mark is. On the surface of the probe, you will find the marks of the permissible maximum and minimum. It is recommended that the oil mark be sure to reach the maximum allowable mark, since the gear in the manual gearbox is responsible for the operation of the fifth gear, it is located above the rest of the gearbox components. To ensure the normal functioning of this particular gear, it is important that the oil level is always at the maximum mark.

Which transmission oil to choose

Now we suggest that you familiarize yourself with what gear oil you need to fill in the VAZ-2114 box. It is also impossible to make mistakes here, since a transmission fluid that does not correspond in its technical parameters to a particular gearbox will not only not be able to ensure the correct operation of the box, but, on the contrary, can provoke its breakdown. So, we propose to figure out which oils recommended by the manufacturer you need to look for in car dealerships. By the way, the manufacturer in this matter recommends car owners to consider several factors:

• under what weather conditions do you most often have to operate a car;
• what kind of gearbox is installed on the car: mechanical or automatic;
• installed on a car injector or carburetor;
• is given preference.

In auto shops you will be offered mineral, semi-synthetic and synthetic TM. We recommend to abandon mineral oil, as it is accompanied by low performance. Synthetic oil copes with technical tasks perfectly, so most car owners purchase this particular type of TM.

Unfortunately, synthetics have a high cost, so it is not easy for everyone to purchase them. As an alternative, it is better to purchase one that has an affordable cost and very acceptable technical parameters. Experienced motorists recommend purchasing either 75w-90 synthetics or 85w-90 semi-synthetics. It is forbidden to purchase an oil characterized by a high viscosity, as it will prevent sufficient lubrication of the rotating gears.

How much to fill

Before going to a car shop, it will be useful for you to know how much oil fits in a VAZ-2114 box. This is indeed useful information, since it is unwise to acquire an insufficient number of liters of oil, since it will not be possible to achieve a high result of such a procedure. But the acquisition of an excess amount of TM will provoke unjustified extra costs.

The manufacturer recommends purchasing 3.3 liters of gear oil. However, in the car shop you will find containers that fit 1, 3 or 5 liters. Decide for yourself how much you buy. You can take two containers (1 and 3 liters), or you can immediately purchase a five-liter canister, and always carry the rest in the trunk so that if necessary you always have TM on hand, topping it up in time if a deficiency is found. Filling in a sufficient amount of oil, you ensure the successful functioning of the gearbox, the operation of the valves and the breather that relieves pressure.

What tools are needed

You are almost ready for the upcoming procedure, you have purchased the right oil. It remains to prepare the necessary tools, without which the implementation of the upcoming actions will be difficult. Just note that you need to prepare not so many tools:

• a container in which it will be possible to collect mining;
• keys on "8" and "17".

How to add oil to the gearbox

Adding oil to the gearbox is not difficult, it is only important to initially figure out how much is missing. To do this, you will use the probe. You just need to add oil to the filler hole, which you have stocked up and carry with you in the trunk. If there is no such stock, then you will urgently need to visit an auto shop to buy a minimum container of TM.

Complete replacement procedure

If your VAZ-2114 car already needs a complete oil change, then you will need to carry out completely different manipulations, which we still recommend doing with your own hands.

Waste drain

It is clear that since you have set yourself the task of changing the oil in the gearbox on the VAZ-2114, then initially you need to drain the old oil. Before carrying out the procedure, ride a little, warm up the gearbox, and with it the old oily liquid, then it will flow out much faster. After a short trip, drive your car onto the overpass, dismantle the protection, remove the dipstick to check the TM level.

Unscrew the drain plug, immediately substitute the container where the mining will drain. As soon as the waste starts to flow out, you can do other things, because in any case, you can not do anything until all the old transmission fluid stops flowing out of the box.

Filling in new oil

Now let's move on to the final stage of such a technical procedure. You will need to refocus all your attention on the filler hole from which you removed the dipstick. Insert a funnel and hose into this hole, then fill in 3.3 liters of new gear oil. To make sure that this amount is quite enough for the successful operation of the gearbox, arm yourself with a dipstick and check the level of filled TM. If the oil mark does not reach the maximum mark, add a small amount more.

So, as you can see, the process of replacing the transmission fluid is not accompanied by any difficulties. It is for this reason that we recommend that you carry out such a procedure yourself, while saving your own savings.

The lubricant that is in the gearbox decreases in volume and loses its properties during operation, which is fraught with rapid wear of parts and complete breakdown of the unit. Let's figure out how to check how much oil is in the VAZ 2115 box and what is the frequency of its replacement.

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How often should you change?

When developing a VAZ 2115 manual gearbox with an injector engine, manufacturers determined the frequency of oil changes every 60 thousand kilometers traveled. Usually, the lubricant can withstand this run without problems, so changing it more often does not make sense. An exception is cases when water enters the oil through the ventilation hole when it fails to overcome a puddle or chips when any part in the box breaks.

What oil is better to pour?

To choose the right fluid in the VAZ 2115 gearbox, you need to take into account factory recommendations. According to the service documentation, a special gear oil must be poured into the box that meets SAE 80W-85 and API GL-4 or GL-5 approvals. This type of fluid is present in the product range of any company that produces lubricants for cars.

At the factory, when the car is released, oil of the TNK or Lukoil brand is poured into the box. The same fluids are among those recommended by the manufacturer for the VAZ 2115 car. When operating a car in winter, many owners try to use synthetic oils that meet the requirements of SAE 75W-80 or 75W-90. The use of such lubricants significantly reduces the noise of the unit and facilitates gear shifting at negative air temperatures - below minus 16–18 degrees.

Among the most common oils for the VAZ 2115, the following are distinguished (in ascending order of price):

• Lukoil TM 4–12 80W-85;
• THK Trans KP 80W-85;
• ZIC GF 75W-90;
• Shell Spirax S5 75W-90.

It is strictly forbidden to pour engine oil into a manual gearbox.

Level control and required volume

The capacity of the crankcase of the VAZ 2115 gearbox for 8 valves holds approximately 3.3 liters of fluid. At the same time, the required amount of oil does not depend on the type of engine installed on the machine, since the gearbox housings are identical. To check the amount of lubricant in the box there is a special probe located in the hole in the upper part of the crankcase. There are two marks on the meter stem indicating critical oil volumes.

In order to check how much oil is in the VAZ 2115 box, you need to do the following:

1. Take out the meter.
2. Wipe it with a rag.
3. Then plunge the dipstick back into the crankcase.
4. Then take it out and look at the oil trail.

Under normal conditions, the substance should be at the maximum level. If the amount of liquid is insufficient, it is necessary to top up and determine the cause of the decrease. Operation of a gearbox with a low or high level of lubrication in the crankcase is unacceptable.

A video from user Kirill Zbruenko demonstrates checking the oil level in a car's gearbox.

How to change with your own hands?

The design of the VAZ 2115 car components is very simple, so the oil in the box is often changed on its own. To do this, you need tools and no more than two hours of time.

Tools and materials

• fresh oil, 3.5 liters is enough;
• rags and gloves;
• wrench for 10 and 17 mm (ideally a complete set is needed, since it may be necessary to remove the protection);
• slotted screwdriver;
• funnel or transmission syringe;
• a container with a volume of at least 4 liters for draining mining.

Stages of work

Just before changing the oil in the gearbox, it is necessary to warm it up. To do this, it is enough to drive about 10-15 kilometers.

In order to replace the lubricant in a VAZ 2115 car, do the following:

1. Place the machine on a horizontal surface. It is more convenient to replace it from a pit in a garage or on a lift.
2. Remove the undertray for the engine and/or gearbox. The protection can not be dismantled if it has a hole that exactly matches the drain plug.
3. Wipe the cover and crankcase of the box around it with a rag.
4. Check for oil leaks along the parting lines and seals.
5. Substitute the container and unscrew the plug.
6. Wait about 20 minutes for the oil to drain completely.
7. Screw the cover on the gearbox housing.
8. Filling with lubricant can be done through a transmission fluid syringe or a funnel with an extension. In the second case, it is necessary to remove the air filter housing, the device rests on two clamps - the throttle assembly and the crankcase ventilation tube. Since the VAZ 2115 uses an injection engine, when removing the filter, it is necessary to disconnect the air flow sensor connector. Some owners remove the absorber tank for easier access.
9. Then you need to remove the dipstick from the hole, which will serve as the oil filler neck.
10. Pour 2.8-2.9 liters of oil using a funnel or syringe. When changing the lubricant, a smaller volume of liquid is always poured into the crankcase than the passport capacity of the box. This is due to the fact that some of the old oil remains inside.
11. Wait a few minutes and check the amount of fluid on the dipstick. If the level is below the “MAX” mark, then the oil must be topped up. Excess lubricant can be pumped out with a medical syringe with a volume of 50 ml or more with a dropper tube put on the spout.
12. After that, it is necessary to check the absence of lubricant leakage through the drain plug and box components. If traces of leakage are noticeable, then the cause of its occurrence must be eliminated.
13. In the case when the lubricant was replaced with the filter removed, the parts should be assembled in the reverse order.
14. After 500-700 km, it is necessary to perform a control check of the oil level and tightness of the units of the unit.

How to fill oil in a VAZ 2109 box is a task that a car owner faces every 35 thousand kilometers or after 5 years of car operation. It is recommended to use the services of a well-tested, preferably certified, service station. However, the recipe for changing the oil in a nine box is so simple that you can easily do it yourself. It is enough to drain the old fluid and fill a certain volume with a new one.

Why a replacement is needed

A certain period of operation of the gearbox for this "people's" passenger car is up to 40 thousand kilometers. However, the practice of experienced car mechanics speaks of 35 thousand km. This is a kind of guarantee that gear changes will not depend on the level of lubricant, but rather on the degree of wear of the gears and clutch discs inside the device body.

Any problems when switching to another gear is a signal to check the level and quality of the lubricant in the VAZ 2109 box.

The manufacturer clearly calculated how much and what type of load the oil composition can take on throughout the entire operation:

We take into account that oil seals may leak on “nines” with mileage, so periodically it will be necessary to pour in a certain amount of liquid without first draining the waste. You also need to know that the manufacturer puts four-speed and five-speed gearboxes on these machines. How much oil is in the box is largely determined by these parameters.

According to factory standards, for a 4-stage fluid volume is 3 liters. For the more popular 5-speed - 3.5 liters. For frequent lubricant changes, a positive argument is that gearbox oil is cheaper than gear oil.

Two types of checkpoints are installed in the "nine" - serviced and unattended. The first is distinguished by the presence of an oil dipstick, which checks the contamination of the lubricant composition. On its light-colored flat end, you can clearly see how dirty the gearbox oil is. The amount of dirt, of course, affects the color. A maintenance-free device does not have such a probe.

In both types of gearboxes, there is always a drain hole and a hole intended for filling. As already mentioned, the volume of oil in the VAZ box depends on the number of gears and differs by 0.5 liters. Note that when changing the fluid, a small proportion of the old lubricant remains, which is mixed with the new one - this is normal. Moreover, if desired, you can carry out a special flushing of the insides of the gearbox.

The oil in the VAZ 2108 box is the same as for the 2109 model.

Lubricant replacement process

Based on how many liters of oil were originally provided in the box of your car, you need to purchase a new lubricant. The drain tank for spent fuel and lubricants should be slightly larger. Also prepare:

Open the drain cap as shown in the pictures. Wait for the drain of mining. Close the drain and refill with fresh oil. Then fix the inlet cover carefully as well.

What oil is better to fill in a VAZ 2109 box, it's up to you. The manufacturer recommends using the GL-4432, 80W-85 series.