In this material, we will talk about how the oil is changed in the box, transfer case and Chevrolet Niva bridges. The use of high-quality lubricants for vehicles plays an important role in the operation of any car. The most common for the correct operation of transport is oil change process. It is possible to change the oil yourself, without resorting to the help of car service employees, while significantly saving money.
Chevrolet Niva is a full drive car. Properly selected oil for the transfer case, as well as all SUV axles, is a guarantee of long-term operation of all car transmission mechanisms. Oil helps to reduce friction, which means that the period of wear of parts increases significantly. The table below shows the characteristics of filling fluids for the Chevrolet Niva, taken from official instructions for the operation of the machine.
What kind of oil to fill in the Chevrolet Niva transmission?
The choice of oil for the transmission of a Chevrolet Niva car is carried out according to the principle of the inadmissibility of mixing oils with different compositions. As for the characteristics of oils in terms of viscosity, it is better to give preference to the use of the following oils:
- 75w-90;
- 80w-85;
- 80w-90.
Oils intended for distribution in an SUV are designated by the API GL-4 index. A small amount of oil is required to replace: approximately 0.8 liters.
During the first refueling of oil in the Niva dispenser, you should remember what volume is used. This will allow subsequent oil changes to be carried out without difficulty.
From the experience of car repairmen and car enthusiasts, the following manufacturers produce good transmission oil for the Chevrolet Niva:
- Gazpromneft: G-Box GL-4/GL-5 75W-90, G-Box GL-5 75W-90;
- Lukoil TM-4 75w-90, TM-5 75w-90;
- Shell: Spirax S4 G 75W-90 (Getriebeoil EP), Spirax S5 ATE 75W-90 (Transaxle Oil), Spirax S6 AXME (Spirax ASX);
- Castrol: Syntrax Universal Plus 75W-90, Syntrans Transaxle 75W-90, Syntrans Multivehicle 75W-90;
- TNK: Trans KP Super 75W-90, Trans Gipoid Super 75W-90;
- ExxonMobil: Mobilube 1 SHC 75W-90
Changing the oil in a Chevrolet Niva gearbox
To change the oil in a Chevrolet Niva gearbox, you will need the following tools:
- steel hex key 12;
- wrench for 17;
- container for draining used lubricant.
Sequence of actions for gearbox oil change The fields are as follows:
- Install a car over a viewing hole or drive it onto a flyover for the convenience of work. Before draining the old gear oil, be sure to warm up the engine. This is necessary in order to drain the oil from the box as much as possible and without residue.
- Go down into the inspection hole and place the container under the drain hole, taking into account the bend of the outgoing jet. It is convenient to use a funnel.
- Clean the locations of the filler and drain plugs at the gearbox, as shown in the photo above.
- First, it is better to unscrew the filler plug, and after that, the drain plug with a hexagon.
- Now you need to wait until all the used oil has drained to the last drop.
- There is a special magnet on the drain plug, to which all metal chips are attracted. If there are particles of steel on the cork, then they must be removed. And another important point from the point of view of diagnostics - the more of these particles present on the cover, the less the gearbox will last.
- When the old used oil is glass, you need to screw in the drain plug and proceed to flush the crankcase. To do this, fill in about 1 liter of a special flushing fluid and let the car run for 2-3 minutes. In this case, you need to turn on the neutral in the transfer case and change gears with the clutch.
- Further, the flushing liquid is drained in the same way and new oil is poured in its place in the required volume.
- After filling the oil, you need to check its level on a flat area and. Within 2-5 minutes you need let the motor run in the first gear position. After that, the oil level is checked and if it has fallen, then you need to add a little more.
Carrying out an oil change in the Chevrolet Niva dispenser
As for this car model, it is necessary to change the oil every 50-80 thousand kilometers. As soon as the car passes more than 120 thousand kilometers, the oil should be changed every 45 thousand kilometers.
For information! The vehicle instruction manual contains information on the frequency of oil changes, which each car owner must follow. But it will be more correct if the oil change procedure is carried out a little more often. This is due to the fact that car oil accumulates dust and dirt in itself, which eventually leads to pollution of traffic mechanisms. That is why many car owners advise changing oils more often than indicated in the instructions.
So that the oil can be drained without problems, you should start changing after the trip. On the way, the oil has time to heat up, thereby taking on a more liquid consistency.
Changing the oil in the transfer case is not as difficult as it seems at first glance. To replace it, you need to drive the vehicle into a viewing hole, or raise the car on a lift. You will need a container designed to drain the oil, as well as a rag, which needs to remove all smudges. Do not forget about the hex wrench (size 12), and you also need to have filling syringe
.
Draining and filling oil in the Chevrolet Niva transfer case
1. The first step is to unscrew the drain plug. Then the oil is poured into the prepared container.
2. Old oil is checked for metal chips. It is also worth paying attention to the built-in magnet - inspect it.
3. Impurities and contaminants i on the plug should be cleaned. After the plug should be screwed back.
4. The filler hole has a screw plug, it should be unscrewed.
5. Transmission oil is poured through a filling syringe.
6. Inspected and cleaned ventilation valve.
7. It is necessary to remember or note in the notebook the mileage that was on the car at the time of the oil change.
More oil change in the Niva dispenser is shown in the good video below.
The choice of oil for the front and rear axle Chevrolet Niva
In order for the axles of a Chevrolet Niva all-wheel drive car to work smoothly and for a long time, attention should be paid to the issue of purchasing high-quality oil. The front gearbox has a filling volume of oil, equal to 1.15 liters, and rear 1.3 liters. It takes about three liters to change the oil.
Changing the oil in the axles of the Chevrolet Niva SUV
For this procedure, it is recommended to comply with the maintenance of vehicles, as well as the rules for repairing an SUV. Oil change in the bridges of the car should take place every 40 thousand kilometers (applies to cases of operation of the Niva under normal conditions). If the car is operated in more difficult conditions, then the oil should be changed much earlier.
Preparing to change the oil in Chevrolet Niva axles
Changing the oil in the axles of a vehicle is identical to the procedure for changing the fluid in the transfer case. You should drive the SUV into a viewing hole or onto a lift. The volume of oil required is the same as for the transmission. Before changing the oil, warm up the Niva. Next, you need a key for 12 - a hexagon, a socket head for 17 with a knob, a container for draining used oil, a rag. You should also take care of having filling syringe.
Since the razdatka contains rubbing elements, wear products inevitably appear in it over time. If you do not change the oil in the transfer case in a timely manner, its resource is reduced. Oil loses performance and fine particles increase gear wear.
How often to change
There are several different types of transfer cases, and depending on the type of mechanism, the frequency of replacement in them can vary significantly. Usually this information is contained in the technical documentation for the car and varies from 50 to 100 thousand kilometers.
In addition, operating conditions affect the period. The razdatka of a car that drives on public roads experiences much less stress than that installed on a car that constantly moves off-road.
How to choose
Two types of fluid are poured into the transfer case: gear oil or ATF fluid. On cars with automatic transmission, ATF is usually poured into the transfer case, with manual transmission - transmission. In this case, often, the fluids must match, or be completely compatible.
This is due to the fact that usually the connection between the transfer case and the box is made by a single shaft, or one is attached to the body of the other. When mixing liquids, this will avoid the formation of an emulsion, foaming and other side effects.
For most modern cars with a transfer case, the manufacturer recommends using GL-5 class gear oils. They protect hypoid gears well, are designed to work in the most loaded mechanisms and contain extreme pressure additives.
Not the last role is played by the viscosity characteristics of oils. Let's analyze the meaning of the numbers using the example of 80W90 oil:
- 80 - viscosity at low temperatures
- W - all season
- 90 - viscosity at high temperatures
If ATF is used, it is better to fill in the original fluid recommended by the manufacturer, or an equivalent that has the appropriate approvals. 
What and how much to fill
The table below will allow you to choose oil by car brand and find out how much it is required.
| Automobile | Oil | Volume (l) |
|---|---|---|
| Audi | ||
| audi q7 (audi q7) | G052162A2, 4014835712317 Ravenol ATF 5/4 HP | 0,85 |
| bmw | ||
| bmw x5 e53 (bmw x5 e53) | BMW 83 22 9 407 858 "ATF D-III, ATS-500 83220397244 | 1 |
| bmw x5 e70 (bmw x5 e70) | 83 22 0 397 244, Multi DCTF, Motylgear 75W80 | 1 |
| bmw x3 e83 (bmw x3 e83) | 83229407858 | 1 |
| bmw x3 f25 (bmw x3 f25) | BMW Verteilergetriebe 4WD TF 0870 (83 22 0 397 244) | 0,6 |
| GAS | ||
| gas 66 | TAp-15V, TSp-15K, TSp-Mgip, 80W90 Gl-4 | 1,5 |
| GREAT WALL | ||
| great wall hover (Great wall hover) | Dexron III | 1,6 |
| JEEP | ||
| Jeep Grand Cherokee (Jeep Grand Cherokee) | Mopar 05016796AC | 2 |
| INFINITI | ||
| Infiniti fx35 (Infiniti fx35) | Nissan Matic D - KE908-99931 | 2 |
| KAMAZ | ||
| Kamaz 43118 | TSp-15K | 5,4 |
| KIA | ||
| kia sorento (kia sorento) | Dexron II, III (IDEMITSU Multi ATF, GT ATF TYPE Multi Vehicle IV) | 2 |
| kia sorento 2 (kia sorento 2) | Castrol Syntrax Universal Plus 75W90, RAVENOL TGO 75W90 | 0,6 |
| kia sportage 1 (kia sportage 1) | API GL-5 SAE 75W-90 | 1 |
| kia sportage 2 (kia sportage 2) | 75W90 GL-5 (Mobil Mobilube HD 75W90 GL-5, Castrol 4008177071768 "Syntrax Longlife 75W-90) | 0,8 |
| kia sportage 3 (kia sportage 3) | HYPOID GEAR OIL API GL-5, SAE 75W/90 | 0,6 |
| kia sorento TOD | Shell Spirax S4 ATF HDX, MOBIL ATF LT 71141 | 2 |
| Kia Sorento Part-Time | ATF Dexron III | 2 |
| RANGE ROVER | ||
| Land Rover Discovery 3 | SAF-XO 75W-90, Syntrax Longlife 75W-90 | 1,5 |
| Land Rover Discovery 4 | Tl7300-Shell Tf0753 | |
| land rover freelander 2 (range rover freelander 2) | API GL5, SAE 90 | |
| Land Rover Defender | 75W-140GL-5 | 2,3 |
| LEXUS | ||
| Lexus rx300/330 (Lexus rx300/330) | 85W-90, CASTROL TAF-X 75W-90 | 1 |
| Mercedes | ||
| Mercedes GLK (Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class) | handout in a box | |
| Mercedes ml 163 (mercedes ml 163) | 236.13 #A001989230310, Motul Multi ATF | 2 |
| Mercedes w163 (Mercedes-Benz w163) | A 001 989 21 03 10 | 1,5 |
| Mercedes w164 (Mercedes-Benz w164) | A0019894503 | 0,5 |
| MAZDA | ||
| Mazda cx 5 (mazda cx 5) | GL-5 80W-90, MOBIL Mobilube HD 80w-90 GL-5 | 0,5 |
| Mazda cx 7 (mazda cx 7) | 80W90 API GL-4/GL-5 | 2 |
| MITSUBISHI | ||
| Mitsubishi Pajero Sport (mitsubishi pajero sport) | Castrol TAF-X 75W-90 | 3 |
| Mitsubishi Outlander 3, xl (mitsubishi outlander 3, xl) | 80W90 Gl-5, 75W90 Gl-5 | 0,5 |
| Mitsubishi l200 (mitsubishi l200) | GL-3 75W-85, GL-4 75W-85 | 2,5 |
| Mitsubishi pajero 2 (mitsubishi pajero 2) | 75W85GL4 | 2,8 |
| Mitsubishi Pajero 3 (mitsubishi pajero 3) | GL-5 80W-90, Castrol Syntrans Transaxle 75W-90 | 3 |
| Mitsubishi pajero 4 (mitsubishi pajero 4) | ENEOS GEAR GL-5 75W-90 | 2,8 |
| Mitsubishi Montero Sport (Mitsubishi Montero Sport) | Castrol TAF-X 75W-90 | 3 |
| Mitsubishi Delica (Mitsubishi Delica) | 75W90 Gl-4 | 1,6 |
| NIVA | ||
| Niva 2121/21213/21214 (VAZ 2121/21213/21214) | Lukoil TM-5 (75W-90, 80W-90, 85W-90), TNK Trans Gipoid (80W-90), Shell Transaxle Oil (75W-90) | 0,8 |
| NISSAN | ||
| nissan x trail t31 (nissan x trail t31) | Nissan Differential Fluid (KE907-99932), Castrol Syntrax universal plus 75w90 GL-4/GL-5 | 0,35 |
| Nissan Qashqai (Nissan Qashqai) | NISSAN Diffirential Fluid SAE 80W-90 API GL-5 | 0,4 |
| Nissan Pathfinder r51 (Nissan Pathfinder r51) | Nissan Matic-D, Dexron III | 2,6 |
| Nissan Terrano | SAE75W90 GL-4, GL-5 | 2 |
| Nissan Teana | GL-5 80W90 | 0,38 |
| nissan murano z51 (nissan murano z51) | Genuine NISSAN Differential Oil Hypoid SuperGL-5 80W-90 | 0,3 |
| OPEL | ||
| opel antara (opel antara) | GL-5 75W90 | 0,8 |
| Opel Mokka (Opel Mokka) | GM 93165693, MOBILUBE 1 SHC 75W-90, Motul GEAR 300 75W-90 | 1 |
| PORSCHE | ||
| Porsche Cayenne Hang-on | Shell TF0870, RAVENOL Transfer Fluid TF-0870 | 0,9 |
| Porsche Cayenne Torsen | Castrol BOT 850, Burmah BOT 850 | 0,9 |
| RENAULT | ||
| Renault duster 2.0 4x4 (renault duster 2.0 4x4) | Elf TransElf Type B 80W90 | 0,75 |
| Renault Koleos | Elf TransElf Type B 80W-90, Total Transmission rs fe 80w-90 | 1,5 |
| SUZUKI | ||
| Suzuki Escudo (Suzuki Escudo) | SAE 75W-90, 80W-90 API GL-4 | 1,7 |
| Suzuki Grand Vitara | 75W-90 API GL-4, SAE 80W-90 API GL-5 | 1,6 |
| Suzuki cx4 (suzuki cx4) | TAF-X | 0,6 |
| SSANGYONG | ||
| SsangYong Kyron (SsangYong Kyron) automatic transmission | Dexron IID III | 1,3 |
| SsangYong Kyron (SsangYong Kyron) manual transmission | 80W90 API GL-4/GL-5 | 1,4 |
| SUBARU | ||
| Subaru Forester | no razdatki, downshift in the box | |
| TOYOTA | ||
| Toyota Hilux | API GL3 75W-90 | 1 |
| Toyota Land Cruiser prado 120/150/200 (Toyota Land Cruiser prado 120/150/200) | GL-5 75W90 Toyota Gear oil | 1,4 |
| toyota rav 4 (toyota rav 4) | Toyota Synthetic Gear Oil API GL4/GL5, SAE 75W-90 | |
| Toyota Highlander | LT 75W-85 GL-5 TOYOTA | 0,5 |
| UAZ | ||
| uaz patriot | SAE 75W/90 according to API GL-3, TSp-15K, TAP-15V, TAD-17I | 0,7 |
| UAZ 469 | TAD-17, 80W90 Gl-5, 85W90 GL-5 | 0,7 |
| uaz hunter | SAE 75W/90 to API GL-3 | 0,7 |
| URAL | ||
| ural 4320 | TSp-15K | 3,5 |
| FORD | ||
| Ford explorer 2013 (ford explorer 2013) | Motul 75w140 | 0,4 |
| ford kuga (ford kuga) | SAE 75W-90 | 0,5 |
| ford kuga 2 (ford kuga 2) | SAE 75W140 | 0,4 |
| Ford Maverick | SAE 75W140 | 2 |
| Ford explorer 5 (ford explorer 5) | SAE 75W140 (Castrol Syntrax Limited Slip 75w140) | 0,4 |
| VOLKSWAGEN | ||
| Volkswagen amarok (Volkswagen amarok) | G052533A2, Castrol Transmax Z | 1,25 |
| Volkswagen Touareg | VAG G052515A2, Castrol Transmax Z | 0,85 |
| Volkswagen Tiguan | G 052 145 S2 | 1 |
| HYUNDAI | ||
| Hyundai ix35 (Hyundai ix35) | 75W90 | 1 |
| Hyundai Santa Fe 2.7 (Hyundai Santa Fe 2.7) | Shell Spirax AXME 75W90 | 1 |
| Hyundai Tucson | 80W90 GL-4/Gl-5 (Shell Spirax S3 AX 80W-90), 75W90 GL-5 (Castrol Syntrax Universal 75W-90) | 0,8 |
| HONDA | ||
| Honda CRV (Honda CR-V) | razdatka combined with gearbox | |
| CHEVROLET | ||
| Chevrolet Niva (Chevrolet niva) | 80W-90 GL-4, 75W-90 | 0,8 |
| Chevrolet Captiva (Chevrolet Captiva) | GL-5 75W90 | 0,8 |
| Chevrolet Tahoe | Dexron VI (GM Dexron 6, Spirax S3 ATF MD3, Chevron ATF MD3, AC Delco auto trak II) | 2 |
| Chevrolet trailblazer (Chevrolet TrailBlazer) | GM Auto-Trak II | 2 |
Check level
On most vehicles, inspection windows are not provided to check the oil level in the transfer case. Level control and replacement is carried out through the filler hole.
To check, it is necessary to install the car on a flat surface and unscrew the filler bolt, or the control one, if any. Usually they are made under a four or hexagon, or under a wrench. 
A level just below the filler/check hole is considered normal.
The need for replacement is determined by the intake of a small amount of oil. This can be done with a syringe, with a flexible tube at the end. Black, cloudy, with traces of development to be replaced.
How to change
The replacement procedure itself is simple, but is often complicated by the fact that access to the filler hole is difficult. A lift, viewing hole or overpass is also required.
Some motorists make their own drain hole in the transfer case in order to make the procedure for a complete oil change as easy as possible. To do this, a hole for the cork is drilled at the bottom point and a thread is cut.
You will need:
- A special syringe for pumping technical fluids (cost 500-800 rubles). You can use a medical one, but due to its small volume, the replacement process will be significantly delayed. What is more expensive - time or money, you decide.
- Transfer case oil (gear/ATF) recommended by the manufacturer, or having an appropriate specification.
- Gasket sealant, degreasing liquid.
To prevent dirt from getting inside the dispenser, clean the surfaces before unscrewing the plugs.
Has a drain hole
If your car is equipped with a drain plug, unscrew the bolt and wait for the oil to drain completely. The magnet on the plug should be cleaned of wear products. Degrease the drain hole and plug, apply a layer of sealant and screw the plug into place.
Using a syringe, fill the dispenser with oil until it flows over the edge of the filler hole, then wrap the plug on the sealant.
No drain
In this case, all operations are performed through the filler hole. A syringe tube is inserted into it and the oil is pumped out to the maximum extent possible. The procedure for filling new oil is no different from that described above.
All-wheel drive vehicles are gradually gaining more and more love among car owners. This trend is associated with better driving performance compared to conventional cars. 4-wheel drive often helps out in difficult situations on the road, especially in winter. Anyone knows that it is much easier to get out of a snowy section of the road, to drive through mud outside the city or into ice when the car has all the wheels spinning. And even better when all-wheel drive is combined with a manual transmission. Cars with 2WD and 4WD have one significant difference in design - this is the transfer case.
1 What is a transfer case?
In front-wheel drive vehicles, the torque on the axle shaft is transmitted directly by the gearbox, in rear-wheel drive vehicles a cardan shaft and gearbox are added. For all-wheel drive, you have to use an additional unit - a transfer case. It is designed not only to make the front and rear axles rotate, but also to distribute torque between them depending on the current driving conditions.
The designs of handouts in different car models can be radically different, but the purpose, principle of operation and the main elements are the same for everyone. The main components of this unit are:
- drive shaft;
- center differential and locking mechanism;
- axle drive shafts;
- chain or gear drive.
During the operation of the transfer case, the parts in it experience friction. Over time, they inevitably wear out and become unusable. To reduce the negative effect of friction in the transfer case, transmission fluid is used. It also tends to age and lose its properties. Therefore, in order to extend the life of the unit for as long as possible, the lubricant in it should be changed regularly.
2 When to change the oil in the transfer case?
The frequency of changing the fluid in the transfer case depends on the model of the car. The automaker in the instruction manual always gives recommendations on the mileage, upon reaching which the transmission should be replaced. But not only these recommendations should be relied upon. It is necessary to take into account the actual operating conditions of the car. If it is often subjected to increased loads, then the lubricant experiences overheating and impact at the molecular level. As a result, it wears out faster and must be replaced ahead of schedule.
You should immediately think about premature replacement if there is a suspicion of water getting into the dispenser. This can be determined by simply inspecting the lubricant. To do this, you will need to merge it a little. If the liquid is foamy or inhomogeneous, then water ingress has occurred.
3 Transmission fluid selection
What kind of lubricant to fill in the transfer case? The answer to this question should first be sought in the instructions. But such information is not always there. Therefore, car owners have to turn to specialized forums or blindly trust the masters at the service station. The latter is not worth doing, you should always know what is poured into the units of your car.
To independently decide on the choice of transmission fluid, you need to understand a little about their types. All transmissions are divided into classes according to their operational and viscosity properties.
The API classification divides transmission fluids into the following types: GL1, GL2, GL3, GL4 and GL5. Relevant for cars are liquids of the last two classes. API GL4 greases are designed for heavy duty applications, while API GL5 greases are designed for severe shock and variable load applications.
According to the viscosity properties, lubricants are classified according to SAE and are designated by the corresponding indices. Summer indices 80, 85, 90, 140, 250 and winter - 70W, 75W, 80W and 85W. Most often, all-weather lubricants are used, marked with two indices at once.
Below is information about filling oil in transfer cases of some popular models:
4 The process of changing the oil in the dispenser
When the lubricant to be used is determined, you can proceed to the replacement itself. It is not difficult to do this with your own hands on any car, since the processes are fundamentally no different. To change the lubricant in the dispenser, you need to prepare:
- transmission fluid in the volume that is filled into the transfer case;
- a set of keys;
- container for draining liquid;
- large syringe with a flexible tube.
Before starting the replacement process, the dispenser must be warmed up. It is usually filled with a high-viscosity grease, which at ambient temperature has poor fluidity. When heated, it will drain faster, which will make it possible to get rid of it to the maximum. To do this, it is enough to drive a couple of kilometers.
The car must be driven into the pit and installed strictly horizontally. This is very important, since only in this position will it be possible to completely drain the old grease and fill in new grease to the desired level.
There are two plugs on the transfer box. One for draining the oil, the other for filling. The fill plug is always removed first. This sequence should be observed because often this cork sticks. If it cannot be unscrewed, and the lubricant has already been drained, then it will be very difficult to fill it.
Now you can unscrew the drain plug by first substituting a container under it. While the old fluid drains, you can start cleaning the cork. It has a magnet that collects the resulting chips. Cleaning should be done with a rag so as not to damage your hands.
When the grease is completely drained, you need to screw the drain plug into place. New transmission fluid is drawn into the syringe and poured into the dispenser through the open hole. This is done until the liquid begins to flow back.
To complete the replacement process, the filler plug must be screwed back into place.
Changing the oil in the dispenser is quite simple. Even a beginner can do this job. The whole process takes a little time, so it is advisable to change the lubricants in the front and rear axles at a time.
At the plant, mineral oil is poured into the Niva transmission, and during scheduled maintenance, mineral water is also poured, and not of the highest quality. It is better not to change this oil during the break-in period of the machine, since parts run in better on mineral water. After 10-15 thousand run, I recommend changing the transmission oil to semi-synthetic. I do not recommend synthetics, because the seals can leak. Mineral water is worse because it is thick and freezes in the cold. As a result, until the transmission warms up in the car, the car is very heavy on the move and the gears are hard to turn on.
The recommended gear oil viscosity is 75W-90. I poured lyqui moly 75W-90 semi-synthetics into my Niva. All components and assemblies require 5 liters of oil.
Transmission oil
Before changing the oil, I advise you to drive the car to warm up the oil (heated oil drains better and less of it remains) and immediately after that, unscrew the drain plugs. Drain plugs are shown in the figures. After all the oil has drained, the drain plugs are screwed in, the filler plugs are unscrewed and fresh oil is poured up to the level of the filler holes. To fill the oil, it is better to use a filler syringe.
Changing the oil in the gearbox
Oil change in dispenser
Front axle oil change
Rear axle oil change
The cost of the work performed is 2000 rubles. After changing the oil, the car became very easy to move and, as a result, fuel consumption decreased significantly, especially in winter. Therefore, all costs are offset by the cost of saved gasoline. I think that for a new car, these works are simply necessary. Good luck!
Periodically during operation, according to the technical inspection card, it is necessary to change the oil in the transfer case on a VAZ Niva 2121 and 2131 car. To perform repair work, prepare a standard set of tools, and then drive the car into an inspection hole, overpass or lifts. Also, before replacing, the oil in the razdatka must be warmed up, for this it is worth driving at least 10 km.
Works
Then do the following sequence of actions:
Prepare an empty container, after which with a nineteen hex wrench we unscrew the drain plug of the transfer case crankcase and drain the oil. Be careful while working as the oil is hot.
The drain plug has a magnet to collect metal chips and other debris, clean it, then screw the plug back into place.
Now, with a twelve-sided wrench, we unscrew the filler plug of the transfer case and fill it with new gear oil with a technical syringe.
Oil must be topped up to a level where it corresponds to the lower edge of the filler neck. Then we twist the cork.
And at the final step, it is necessary to clean the breather, which is located on the side of the rear driveshaft.
