Good day to all. In this article, we will deal with the issue of choice oil in robot Toyota Corolla.
What prompted me to write this article? Yes, everything is simple. As usual, I advised my friend on. The usual advice, such as what kind of oil is better to take, how much it will take to replace it, and where it is better to change it in our city ... At this moment, a client came to pick up the ordered engine oil in Toyota Corolla "by robot". And he asked a very common question: "And what kind of oil should be poured into the Toyota Corolla robot?" And I, as a completely normal person, answered: "Yes, the simplest thing for mechanics ... For example, Toyota 75W90 GL-4 is suitable ...". Mechanics ... robot ... what's the difference. The Japanese stuck a gearshift mechanism on a manual gearbox and rejoice. The design has not changed, why should the oil be different? Quite logical, but not entirely correct. Why did I come to this conclusion? Read on.
Oil boxed robot Toyota Corolla
If pour toyota corolla robot oil for a manual transmission, you most likely will not feel the difference. The car will also drive, change gears, everything is as usual. But how long will it last? I think the answer to this question is not as simple as it seems.
In fact, if you open the manual for the car, then in the Transmission section you can find the recommended oil in a box robot Toyota Corolla. This fluid must meet SAE 75W viscosity and API GL-4.
Based on the original liquid, then oil in robot Toyota Corolla is called Toyota Genuine Manual Transmission Gear Oil LV API GL-4 SAE 75. Article for oil 08885-81001 . Toyota oil is produced only in 1 liter plastic cans. LV in the name means Low Viscosity, which literally translates as " low viscosity". That is, it is a low-viscosity oil, which is also energy-saving.
And here's what it should look like toyota corolla robot oil:
There are also non-original oil in robot Toyota Corolla. This is the famous Castrol, and the German Ravenol, and many others. We will not consider these oils in detail, since there are a lot of them. The cost of such oils, as a rule, is somewhat lower than the original, but it turns out to be quite problematic to find them on display windows. Therefore, car owners often order oil in robot Toyota Corolla through the Internet.
The difference between the recommended oil in the Toyota Corolla robot and the usual "transmission for mechanics"
If pour ordinary oil into the Toyota Corolla robot for mechanics, for example, GL-4 75W90, then in the summer you most likely will not feel any difference. The fact is that 75W oil on a heated box has a viscosity lower than 75W90 oil. In summer, this is almost invisible, especially in hot regions. But in winter, the difference will be slightly noticeable. The first thing people complain about is the cold start noise. This noise subsides quickly enough, but still its appearance should make you think. The second point, which you may not notice, but the gearshift mechanism will clearly feel it for itself, is an increase in effort to shift gears. Which in turn will lead to a decrease in the resource of the box. And do you need it?
How much oil to fill in a Toyota Corolla robot?
Recommended oil volume in robot Toyota Corolla is 1.9 liters. This is the only number listed in the manual. As a rule, it is. However, 2.4 liters of gear oil are poured into the 6-speed Toyota Corolla robot.
Instructions for changing the oil in a Toyota Corolla robot with photos
Before moving on to do-it-yourself oil change in Toyota Corolla robot I would like to talk about the oil change interval. Change oil in Toyota Corolla robot should be at least once every 40,000 km or every 48 months, whichever. which comes first. By the way, do not forget that after 40 thousand kilometers.
Change oil in Toyota Corolla robot simple enough. The replacement procedure is no different from changing the oil in a conventional manual gearbox. In a nutshell oil change in toyota corolla robot can be described as follows: "Drained the old oil and filled in new." All. But let's try to figure out step by step what and how to do it right.
1. We warm up the engine to operating temperature.
2. We drive the car into the pit. We turn off the engine. If there is no hole, then a conventional jack will suffice. We raise the car so that it is possible to crawl under the front of the car. You can build a small flyover of two boards 1-1.5 meters long.
3. Remove the engine protection (if any) to free access to the box.
4. Unscrew the drain plug with a spanner wrench and carefully drain the oil into a previously prepared container. When the oil is drained, unscrew the filler (control) plug. The whole process is shown in the photo below.
If the drain and filler hole of the Toyota Corolla robot is depicted schematically, then it will look like this:
5. We wrap the drain bolt.
6. Insert a hose with a funnel of a suitable diameter into the filler hole.
7. Fill in oil until it starts to flow out of the filler hole. About 2 liters should go in.
8. We twist the filler plug.
9. We put the protection in place.
This is all. The oil change in the Toyota Corolla robot is over.
Conclusion
In this article, we figured out what kind of oil to pour into the Toyota Corolla robot, how often to change it, and examined step-by-step instructions for replacing it. Everything turned out to be very simple. Agree that the robot for Toyota Corolla is a rather "capricious" and expensive part to save on oil changes. Moreover, the savings obtained are quite insignificant, and sometimes not at all. And do not try to save on "dubious oils". Therefore, we will help on our site!
On Corollas (Auris) from 2006 to 2009, 5-speed “mechanics” or “robot” boxes (on the 1ZR-FE engine) were installed. And since 2010, cars with 1NR-FE and 1ZR-FE engines have had 6-speed manual gearboxes, while cars with 1ZR-FE have been equipped with automatic transmissions.
Faults associated with manual transmission oil Toyota Corolla
Noise, vibration in the box - the wrong brand of oil is filled in or the oil level is insufficient. To fix this, you need to fill in or add required oil.
Difficulty shifting gears - may be due to unsuitable oil, which should be replaced with recommended ones.
When to change and what kind of oil to pour in the Corolla manual transmission
The maintenance regulations do not indicate the frequency or robotic gearbox of the Corolla. It is prescribed only to check the level and top up as needed every 40,000 km run.
How to check and add oil to a manual transmission or Toyota Corolla robot
To do this, you need a key for 19 and a syringe for refilling.
On a robotic box, to access the control / filler hole, you will need to remove the clutch actuator.
Unscrew the filler bolt and check the oil level, which should be at the bottom edge - you can get it with your finger. If necessary, add oil using a syringe, and then tighten the bolt, tightening it with a force of 39 Nm.
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One of the most frequently asked and discussed questions. What kind of oil to pour into the engine and gearbox of your car. Someone bought a car from their hands, and forgot to ask the previous owner what kind of oil was poured, or the brand of oil is known, but there are doubts about whether it was chosen correctly. Another option is the desire to choose an oil with the necessary characteristics, but at a lower price.
In the article we will try to answer which oil to use to replace the engine and gearbox of a Toyota Corolla car. The two most popular modifications at the moment will be Corolla X (E150) production period from 2006 to 2013, and Corolla IX (E120 / 130) production from 2000 to 2007.
How often do you need to change the oil in a Toyota Corolla?
The engine oil must be changed at every service. Recommended Periodic Maintenance Interval for Toyota
every 10,000 km or every 12 months, whichever comes first.
How much oil is needed for the engine?
According to the passport, 1.4 and 1.6 engines with a filter change include 4.2 liters of oil. This is the volume that is poured at the factory into an empty engine. With scheduled maintenance, 4 liters should be enough, since the oil is not completely drained. Nevertheless, it is better to buy a 5 liter canister
or 4+1 litre, topping up may be required.
Engine oil Corolla X (E150)
Engine oil that can be used in the most common engines: 1.6 l with a capacity of 124 l / s marking - 1ZR-FE.
The 1.4L 4ZZ-FE engine remains unchanged from the previous generation and will be considered when selecting Corolla IX aphid oil.
Toyota recommends using genuine Toyota Genuine Motor Oil lubricants (who would doubt it) or similar. The viscosity of the oil used is selected depending on the operating conditions.
Preference is given to Toyota 0W-20 oil, SAE oils can also be used: 0W-30, 5W-20, 5W-30.
Genuine Toyota engine oils
| vendor code | Name | Standards | Price* | in detail |
| 08880-10505 | Toyota SN 0W-20 (4l) | API: SN | ILSAC: GF-5 |
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| 08880-10506 | Toyota SN 0W-20 (1L) | API: SN | ILSAC: GF-5 |
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| 08880-83265 | Toyota Formula XS 0W-20 (5L) | API: SM | ILSAC: GF-5 |
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| 08880-83265 | Toyota Formula XS 0W-20 (1L) | API: SM | ILSAC: GF-5 |
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| 08880-10605 | Toyota SN 5W-20 (4l) | API: SN | ILSAC: GF-5 |
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| 08880-10606 | Toyota SN 5W-20 (1l) | API: SN | ILSAC: GF-5 |
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| 08880-80365 | Toyota 0W-30 (5l) | API: SL/CF | ACEA: A3/B3/B4 |
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| 08880-80366 | Toyota 0W-30 (1l) | API: SL/CF | ACEA: A3/B3/B4 |
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| 08880-80845 | Toyota 5W-30 (5l) | API: SL | ACEA: A1/B1, A5/B5 |
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| 08880-80846 | Toyota 5W-30 (1L) | API: SL | ACEA: A1/B1, A5/B5 |
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| 08880-10705 | Toyota SN 5W-30 (4l) | API: SN | ILSAC: GF-5 |
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| 08880-10706 | Toyota SN 5W-30 (1l) | API: SN | ILSAC: GF-5 |
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The table shows that it is advisable to use one of two oils:
1. Toyota SN 0W-20 because the manufacturer prefers it
2. Toyota SN 5W-30, the most affordable and meets all requirements.
Both oils are sold in metal canisters, which is an additional protection against fakes. The disadvantage of the oil can be attributed to a low base number, which indicates that the oil weakly resists oxidation and quickly loses its properties. This process is accelerated when low quality fuel is used. Oil develops its resource by 5-6 thousand kilometers.
In addition to original oils, no one forbids the use of oils from other manufacturers that meet Toyota requirements.
| Name | Standards | Price * | in detail |
| Mobil 1X1 5W-30 | API: SN | ILSAC GF-5 | 590 | |
| API: SL | ACEA A5/B5 | 380 | ||
| Castrol Magnatec 5W-20 Start/Stop | API: SN | ILSAC GF-5 | 550 | watch >> |
| Castrol Magnatec 5W-30 C3 | API: SN | ILSAC GF-5 | 480 | watch >> |
| Castrol Magnatec 5W-30AP | API: SN | ILSAC GF-5 | 500 | |
| API: SN | ACEA: C2/C3 | 600 | watch >> | |
| API: SN/CF | ACEA: A3/B4 | 420 | ||
| Valvoline SynPower 5W-30 | 425 | watch >> | |
| Motul ECO-lite 0W-20 | API: SN/CF | ILCAC: GF-5 | 700 | |
| Motul ECO-lite 5W-30 | API: SN/CF | ILCAC: GF-5 | 630 | watch >> |
| Liqui Moly Special Tec 0W-20 | API: SN/CF | ACEA: C3 | 625 | watch >> |
| API: SN | ACEA: A3/B4 | 475 | watch >> |
The choice of oil is large and everyone will be able to choose one that will suit their price, quality and availability.
Engine oil Corolla IX (E120)
| Name | Standards | Price * | Availability | in detail |
| Mobil 1X1 5W-30 | API: SN/SM | ILSAC GF-5 | 590 | Yes | |
| Mobil Super 3000 Formula Fe 5W-30 | ACEA: A5/B5 | 380 | Yes | |
| Castrol Magnatec 5W-30 C3 | 480 | Yes | watch >> | |
| Castrol Magnatec 5W-30AP | 500 | Yes | watch >> | |
| Shell Helix Ultra ECT C2/C3 0W-30 | API: SN | ACEA: C2/C3 | 600 | Yes | watch >> |
| Shell Helix HX8 Synthetic 5W-30 | API: SN/CF | ACEA: A3/B4 | 420 | Yes | |
| Valvoline SynPower 5W-30 | 425 | Yes | watch >> | |
| Liqui Moly Optimal Synth 5W-30 | API: SN | ACEA: A3/B4 | 475 | 1 day | watch >> |
| ZIC X7LS 5W-30 | API: SN/CF | ACEA: C3 | 320 | Yes | watch >> |
| ZIC X9 FE 5W-30 | ACEA: A1/B1, A5/B5 | 425 | Yes | watch >> |
| Lukoil Lux 5W-30 | Yes | watch >> |
Oil box Toyota Corolla
The oil in the gearbox does not change as often as in the engine. The recommended replacement interval in the manual transmission and the robot is 60,000 km., In the machine 100,000 km.
Oil for robot and manual transmission:
The required volume for replacement is 2.4 liters
Genuine Toyota Getriebeoil LV 75W MT oil
The highest quality manual transmission oil for Toyota
Volume: 1 liter
Delivery: 1 day
Number: 08885-81001
Transmission oil Castrol Syntrans B 75W
Manual transmission oil for fuel economy and smooth shifting at low temperatures
Volume: 1 liter
Delivery: 1 day
Oil for automatic transmission:
The required volume for replacement depends on the method and ranges from 7 to 11 liters
Original oil for automatic transmission Toyota ATF Type T-IV
The oil provides reliable operation and smooth shifting of automatic transmission gears in various operating modes in a wide temperature range. Protects the mechanism from wear and corrosion.
Volume: 4 liters
Delivery: 1 day
Number: 08886-81015
High performance synthetic automatic transmission oil
Volume: 1 liter
In stock
Approval: Toyota T-IV
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Toyota Corolla engine oil change
* The price is indicated for one liter and is for informational purposes, to compare the cost of different oils with each other. Ask for the current price by phone, via the feedback form or chat on the website
To properly change the oil in a Toyota Corolla gearbox, you need to know the answer to at least one of the following questions:
- What is the year of manufacture of the car, its body (for example, a sedan E120, E140 or E150, etc.);
- What type of transmission is installed (mechanics, robot, CVT or automatic transmission);
- Brand of the engine, its type and volume (gasoline or diesel);
- The name of the original oil and its quantity, as well as acceptable analogues from other manufacturers.
Having the necessary initial data, you can choose the right oil for the Toyota Corolla box.
Now let's look at the example of the most popular generations of the car.
Toyota Corolla X
The tenth generation Toyota Corolla was produced from 2006 to 2010 (restyling from 2010 to 2013) in the bodies of E140 and E150, equipped with 5 and 6 speed manual transmissions, automatic gearbox or robot, as well as a variator.
Petrol and diesel engines with power from 90 - 136 hp were installed on the cars of the model range. Belong to a C-class car.
manual transmission
As for the manual transmission, 1.9 or 2.3 liters are poured here. transmissions, depending on the gears - 5 and 6, respectively.
You can also navigate by the installed engine.
- 4ZZ-FE and 3ZZ-FE (petrol) - 1.9 liters of transmission;
- 2ZZ-GE (petrol) - 2.3;
- 1CD-FTV (diesel) - 2.5.
- TOYOTA Gear Oil Manual Transmission "Getriebeoil LV 75W" - according to article 08885-81001.
- TOYOTA Manual Transmission Gear Oil GL-4 75w-90 GL 4 - 08885-81026.
But since original working fluids are expensive, analogues can be used - the main thing is to adhere to the correct specification. According to the API, this is GL4 or GL5. According to SAE - 75W-90.
Here is an excerpt from the manual.
For example, there is not a bad analogue - ZIC GFT 75w-90.
automatic transmission
In the 4-speed U340E automatic gearbox, which is installed on cars in the E140 / 150 body, other brands of transmission oils are poured. Here it is necessary to focus on the ATF specification.
Other oils can be used as an analogue, for example, Mobil ATF 3309, CASTROL Transmax or TOTAL FLUIDE XLD FE.
There are many similar oils for automatic transmissions on the market, so it makes no sense to list them all, the main thing is that they fit the above specification (ATF), but it’s still better to pour original oils.
Replacement can be made either partially or completely. In the first case, when the working fluid is not very dirty and the replacement is done manually, up to 4 liters may be needed. transmissions (at a rate of 8). With flushing, the full 8 will go away.
In the second case, when the replacement takes place using the device at the service, it may already be necessary from 10 to 12 liters.
Variable speed drive
As for the Aisin K311 variator, which is installed on a car in the E150 body, Toyota CVT Fluid TC transmission fluid is poured here - according to article 08886-02105 (for warm climates) or Toyota CVT Fluid FE (for operation at low temperatures) in an amount of about 10 liters (you will need 3 cans of 4 liters). TC oil is more viscous.
Robot
As for the oil in the Toyota Corolla X robot box, 1.9 or 2.4 (for a six-speed unit) liters of the original Genuine Manual Transmission Gear Oil LV– article 08885-81001. The same specifications are maintained here - according to API GL-4 and SAE 75.
Analogues exist, for example, the German RAVENOL MTF-3 SAE 75W or Castrol Syntrax Longlife 75W-90, but still it is better to pour an analogue.
Toyota Corolla IX
The ninth generation Toyota Corolla in the back of the E120 was produced from 2000 to 2005.
A car with a 4ZZ-FE engine (97 hp - 1.4 l.) was equipped with only a manual transmission, and with 3ZZ-FE engines (110 hp - 1.6 l.) And forced 2ZZ-GE with VVT-L (215 l. .s. - 1.8 l.) - automatic transmission.
As in the tenth generation, the general approach to choosing oil for replacement in gearboxes (mechanics and automatic) is the same. But there are some nuances here.
manual transmission
As for manual transmissions, many people recommend pouring original TOYOTA LV 75W oil here, and this is basically correct. To replace immediately prepare at least 2 liters. (norm 1.9).
But you can also go the other way. We already know that the manufacturer recommends filling the transmission with GL4 or GL5 oils (API specification).
But many Toyota Corolla car owners in the back of the E120, from their experience in operating a car, still recommend that only working fluids according to the GL4 specification be poured into a mechanical box, since they favorably affect the operation of synchronizers, which cannot be said about similar fluids GL5 (GL-4 +), which have a more aggressive composition, adversely affect the synchronizers and are better suited for bridges.
Also avoid oil with the prefix "HYPOID", such as Toyota Hypoid Gear Oil 85W-90. These are hypoid oils and, as a rule, they are poured into gearboxes; they can also damage synchronizers. And according to the SAE specification, they do not fit (75W-90).
Many people praise BARDAHL 75W90 synthetic gear oil, as it has not proven itself badly, but it is still better to pour analogues (our opinion).
automatic transmission
As for automatic transmissions, they are filled with the same TOYOTA ATF Type T-IV (in a black can - article 08886-81015) or in a silver can - article 08886-01705.
To replace, you need at least 8 liters. (with flushing), so you have to take two cans of 4 (5) liters at once.
But if you carry out the replacement at the service, then get ready to pay for 12 liters, since the replacement takes place there by the hardware method. In this case, the filling capacity can be 6.8 / 6.9 / 8.3 liters. depending on the transmission model.
Toyota Corolla XI
Transmissions were installed on the car: a manual transmission and a V-belt continuously variable variator MultiDrive S. Automatic transmission was not provided.
What oil should be poured into the Toyota Corolla box, consider the example of a model in the back of the E180.
In a modern car, several working fluids are used, which are necessary for the correct operation of individual units. Manufacturers recommend performing scheduled maintenance, and after a certain mileage, fill in new working fluids. Changing the oil in the Toyota Corolla manual transmission is also on this list. But many drivers ask questions about how often to change, what oil to use, and others. You can find answers in this article.
Does it need to be changed?
Almost all manufacturers claim that during the operation of the vehicle, the gear oil retains its properties, and its replacement is not required. Manual transmission oil does have a longer life than engine oil, but it does not last forever. Over time, the composition loses its characteristics, respectively, does not cope with the tasks.
High-quality and fresh gear oil allows you to:
- lubricate the moving parts of the gearbox and reduce their wear;
- remove heat from the most rubbing parts;
- protect the structure from rust.
Why is changing the oil in a Toyota Corolla box so important? If not replaced for a long time, small metal chips will form during operation of the transmission. As a result of this, the latter will spread over the parts and assemblies of the mechanism. As a result, the liquid will not become a lubricant, but an abrasive material, which will only accelerate the wear of gears and other parts.
Replacement frequency
A popular and common question among Toyota car owners is when the oil should be changed in the Toyota Corolla 120, 150 manual transmission. First, we recommend that you look into the operating manual for your car. The manufacturer advises replacing every 40 thousand kilometers for the active use of the car. If the car is rarely used, this figure can reach up to 60-80 thousand kilometers.
In many ways, this indicator also depends on how old your car is. In a new car, when using synthetics or semi-synthetics, you will have to change the fluid less often. Older machines tend to use mineral oils, which have a shorter life span. There are a number of signs that indicate the need for a replacement for a manual transmission:
- Gearshift problems.
- The appearance of a hum in the transmission.
- Change in color and consistency of the liquid.
- The presence of foreign impurities in the transmission fluid.
If you are faced with one of the above problems, then you need to urgently change the oil in the Toyota Corolla manual box. Neglecting this procedure can result in costly gearbox repairs.
Features of choice
All presented products are divided into three large groups: mineral, semi-synthetic and synthetic oils. The first is made from oil. They have the lowest cost, while they are used in old cars of the 90-70s. If you have a modern foreign car manufactured in 2000 (and later), then it is recommended to use synthetic or semi-synthetic products.
Such oils (unlike mineral oils) have a lot of advantages, which include:
- High thermal and chemical stability.
- Higher fluidity.
- Resistant to temperature fluctuations.
- Long service life.
- The best penetrating ability.
Synthetics contribute to the formation of a denser film on the surface of parts, which significantly reduces wear.
If funds allow, order original products from the manufacturer. It is necessary to use TOYOTA Getriebeoil LV 75W, as it was created specifically for this car model, respectively, it will provide high-quality protection of gearbox components. If these products are too expensive, you can look at more affordable analogues. Car owners celebrate products from Castrol.
Changing the oil in the manual transmission "Corolla"
Once you have selected and purchased your transmission fluid, you can begin the replacement procedure. The drain and fill holes are located under the car, so it is recommended to put the car on a pit or use a lift. Prepare a set of ratchet wrenches, a 5 liter container for used oil.
To perform a replacement, follow the instructions below:
Do a test drive. Make sure the rumble in the box is much less. If any problems persist, contact a workshop. Perhaps this is due to a malfunction in the gearbox.
Now you know how you can change the oil in the Toyota Corolla gearbox yourself in garage conditions. The procedure is not particularly difficult, and takes from 30 to 60 minutes. All your expenses will come down to buying new oil. Car owners will be able to save on car service. Replace in a timely manner to prolong the life of the transmission.
