A manual gearbox is a very complex unit in a modern car. The box on the Renaul Duster is no exception. Changing the oil in a Renault Duster manual transmission is a very responsible and compulsory procedure. It's time to find out how it is performed without harm to the unit.
Is it worth changing the oil in a manual transmission Renault Duster
Oil is the lubricating component of any mechanism. It is present not only in the engine, but also in the gearbox. Changing the oil in a Renault Duster box is taking care of a complex unit that will significantly extend its life.
The fact is that over time, the lubricating component loses its properties and becomes unusable. This is due to the fact that in the process of friction of parts, they form chips and clog, in addition, during their operation, heating occurs, which leads to a change in its chemical composition. The chips, settling in the crankcase, from time to time mix with normal lubricant and scratch the surface intricate details which can easily fail. A smooth surface is a prerequisite for the operation of most parts of modern mechanisms. It is only achieved when timely replacement lubricant component.
The frequency of oil changes for Renault Duster can vary greatly depending on the way the car is used. On average, this indicator can be in the range from 25 to 30 thousand kilometers. Driving with old oil over the specified mileage is fatal for a manual transmission. Therefore, upon reaching these figures, it is recommended to immediately check the condition of the lubricant in the gearbox.
Oil selection
Before you change the oil and pour new oil into the Renault Duster gearbox, you need to decide on the brand of the lubricating component. To find out which gearbox is being filled this vehicle need to pay attention to the content service book or see the official data.
As a rule, the manufacturer pours the following brands of gear oils into the Renault manual transmission: TL8 or TL4 - Tranself or GL-4. There must be a note that this oil is transmission. In some cases, but best of all, in a reducer rear axle GL-5 applies.
In addition to the above, you can fill in any other gear lubricant, which has the appropriate approval for this brand of car and is applicable to most gearboxes modern cars especially SUVs.
What tools will be needed?
Depending on where the oil will be changed in the manual transmission of a Renault Duster car, you will need a different set of tools. If work is done on viewing hole or a lift, then you can simply use a square that fits under the gearbox drain plug.
If the work is carried out without the use of special lifts, inspection holes or overpasses, then you can use a jack and safety stops to raise the car above ground level. Thus, it is possible to carry out all work while lying under the vehicle with the greatest possible comfort.
Last thing required condition- the presence of empty containers for old grease, since pouring it onto the concrete floor of the garage or the ground is unacceptable. The fact is that the lubricant is a product of oil processing, which is very toxic and has a negative effect on environment. To avoid contamination, it is necessary to drain it into a container and close it tightly. In the future, it must be disposed of in accordance with all the rules for the disposal of such petroleum products.
Renault Duster: checking the level, topping up and changing the oil in a manual transmission
It's time to find out how to check the oil level in the manual transmission on the Renault Duster, change and top up the oil in the gearbox.
To find out the level, just open the hood of the car and carefully inspect the junction of the gearbox and car engine. There you can see the yellow ring, which is the handle of the dipstick. By pulling the handle, you can pull out the probe, which has special divisions.
The level should be between the Max and Min marks and have a transparent color with a yellowish tint. In addition, the lubricating fluid should not be too thick and not too thin, so immediately determine its quality in order to avoid costly repairs in the future.
If the level is insufficient, then only topping up is needed, and if the oil has a dark tint, then it is recommended to change the oil in the gearbox to Renault Duster.
Replacement is carried out in several stages:
- The car is driven into a pit or overpass.
- The control plug is unscrewed.
- The drain plug is unscrewed.
- The old merges into a pre-prepared container. To make it glass faster, you can remove the oil dipstick.
- As soon as the oil has completely drained, you need to screw the plug back and fill in a new one through the measuring hole. Filling is carried out using a special syringe.
To make it easier to control the level, you need to insert the dipstick from time to time and watch the amount
Some car models provide for level control not with a dipstick, but through filler plug. Oil is poured in until it starts to flow out of filler neck. And the filling is done using a special syringe, which has a needle bent to the side.
Topping up oil is carried out according to the same principle with one difference - the old oil is not drained. It is enough just to make sure that the level is insufficient and fill in a new one, constantly monitoring the volume. Fulfill this procedure needed only when absolutely necessary. For example, there is a leak, but you need to urgently get to the station Maintenance. If you add oil to the maximum value at normal level, then pressure will squeeze out the oil seals of the gearbox shafts, which will become unusable and an oil leak will definitely form. This judgment applies not only to the gearbox, but also to the car engine.
If you decide to change the brand and viscosity, then, first of all, make sure that the new oil meets the tolerances and is approved for use in the car's transmission. After that, flushing is poured into the gearbox, and the probe is inserted into place. The level of flushing should be maximum.
Now put the box on neutral gear and start the engine. input shaft must scatter washing liquid along the walls of the crankcase and completely clean the unit. After that, drain the flush, which will have time to turn black and pour the new kind oil in the manual transmission.
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Conclusion
That's all. As you can see, changing the oil at the Renault Duster checkpoint is simple procedure, which does not require any special skills and abilities from the car owner. It is enough to have a minimal idea about the structure of the car and skillfully use the tool in the replacement process.
Summing up, we recall that the replacement is carried out in three stages - quality control of the lubricating fluid, draining the old lubricating component and filling in a new one. Topping up is carried out only if the level is insufficient. If you perform this procedure unnecessarily, the oil seals can be rendered unusable. We wish you good luck on the road!
crossover Renault Duster built on B0 platform Renault-Nissan Alliance and has been produced since 2009. The model has versions with front or plug-in all-wheel drive and equipped gasoline engines with a volume of 1.6 and 2.0 liters or a 1.5-liter turbodiesel. Duster is equipped with 5- and 6-speed manual transmissions, for cars with a 2-liter engine, a 4-speed automatic DP2 / DP8 is also available.
Automatic transmission oil Renault Duster
What oil to use Automatic transmission Renault Duster 2.0 is regulated by the manufacturer's regulations. Renault company advises for Duster with automatic transmission fluid ELF RENAULTMATIC D3 SYN. It has frictional properties specially matched to the materials used in DP0 gearboxes. This makes it possible to achieve maximum gear torque to the wheels and smooth shifting in all driving modes. Reliable transmission protection against wear and corrosion allows you to extend its life when using this oil in the Renault Duster 2.0 automatic transmission. ELF RENAULTMATIC D3 SYN has good compatibility with all seal materials, low foaming tendency and high thermal and oxidative stability, therefore it retains optimal performance during the entire service life of the oil in the Renault Duster 4x4 gearbox recommended by the automaker.
ELF RENAULTMATIC D3 SYN
Manual transmission oil Renault Duster
What oil to fill in the Renault Duster manual transmission is indicated in the instruction manual. In accordance with the recommendations of the automaker, in vehicles with a manual transmission, it is worth using a transmission ELF oil TRANSELF NFJ 75W80. It has a high fluidity at low temperature, which makes it easier to change gears in the cold, but at the same time retains sufficient viscosity at high temperature. The complex of special additives provides reliable protection gear teeth even under very high loads, which allows this oil to be used in Renault Duster 4x4 gearboxes, which are operated in off-road conditions. Thanks to its oxidation resistance, ELF TRANSELF NFJ 75W80 effectively protects transmission elements from wear and corrosion throughout their entire service life. It is officially recommended by Renault as oil in a Duster box with a manual transmission.
For reliable operation gearboxes on Renault Duster, regardless of the type of drive and gearbox, it is necessary to periodically monitor the quality of the oil and change it if necessary. Fairy tales of manufacturers about "eternal" oils, which last the entire service life, end at the very first roaring bearing and at the first leaky stuffing box. Therefore, an oil change at the Renault Duster gearbox is necessary. When to change and what kind of oil to fill in is another question.
Changing the oil in the Duster box differs little from a similar operation in other cars, however, there are several nuances
First, let's look at the process of changing the oil. There is nothing complicated here, and for work you only need a container for draining mining, a hex wrench for a drain plug, and a filling syringe. If there is no syringe, you can build a stray from plastic bottle and hose Ø 10 mm, checking the tightness of the connections of its parts. Then we proceed like this:
After replacing, start the engine, do test drive(20-40 km) and check the oil level again by unscrewing the control plug. If necessary, top up. Once again we inspect the checkpoint for leaks and calmly drive until the next replacement.
When to change the oil at the Renault Duster gearbox
The oil in a mechanical box does not change as often as in the engine, but it gets tired of loads and dirt
30,000 km - optimal mileage before changing the oil according to the reviews of the owners of well-groomed Dusters. Of course, you can change the oil less often, but there is always a danger of subjecting the gearbox to increased wear.
The fact is that the oil wears out not only during operation, but during vehicle downtime. It is in any case in contact with air, which means that the oxidation of filler materials is inevitable. Let's not forget about wear products, sediment and dirt.
This is what the oil filler plug looks like after 30 thousand simple operation. 
drain plug after 30 thousand run
The oil may be clean, like a tear of a Romanian virgin, but the additive package no longer fulfills its functions - it does not lubricate, does not wash, and does not cool, besides, anti-corrosion properties are lost. All this greatly affects the resource of the gearbox. That is why knowledgeable owners It is recommended to replace at least once a year. Considering that average driver per month rolls up to 1.5-2 thousand, then the replacement interval per year does not seem too short.
Recommended oil for manual transmission Choosing the best oil for manual transmission Renault Duster
By default, the plant's engineers know what kind of oil to fill in the Renault Duster transmission, since they chose it according to its characteristics and properties. We have no reason not to trust them. The brand that released the oil, of course, has nothing to do with it.
All tolerances are indicated on the label.
To choose suitable oil for manual transmission Renault Duster, it is enough to know the factory tolerances. There is nothing difficult in this. We go to the store, pick up a canister of any transmission oil and if we see on it compliance with international specifications, the designation:
feel free to buy. Also, the canister may have ZF TE-ML 02B, 05B, 12L, 12N, 16F, 17B, 19C, 21B approvals, MAN 341 TYPE E3, Z2 approvals, MB-Approval 235.8 approval and some other manufacturers.
We select the viscosity of the oil taking into account our climate. As a rule, in winter the temperature does not drop below 15 degrees, so an oil with a viscosity index will be optimal. 75W-90 or 75W-80. Of the brands that the public prefers, the brand remains in the top sales ELF Tranself TRJ 75W-80. It corresponds API GL-4+, Renault specification RENAULT JXX/RENAULT NDX/RENAULT TL4 and costs about 220 hryvnia per liter. For a complete oil change at the Duster gearbox, we you need 2.8 liters, therefore, it is more profitable to buy a five-liter canister at a price of about 840 hryvnia.
An important clarification.
For gearboxes with index JB1, JB3, JC5, JC7 it is necessary to take oil with an index NFJ(ELF Tranself NFJ 75W-80). For a checkpoint with an index P, they buy oil TRANSELF NFP 75W-80. The box index can be found by reading it on the gearbox housing near the level control hole.
The label looks like this. 
Marking location... 
... and this is the marking itself
Under the spoiler is a table from the manufacturer, which indicates the correspondence between old and new brands of oils, according to the modification of the manual transmission.
Why change the lubricant in an automatic transmission?
Some car services are not able or do not want to change the oil in automatic transmissions and hide behind a term like: "maintenance-free automatic transmission", as, for example, on Renault Duster cars. But according to international requirements, the oil in the automatic transmission (ATF) gearbox, along with filters, must be changed after every 50-60 thousand kilometers traveled. Car services also offer a complete oil change in the gearbox and a partial change.
What is the difference between a partial and a complete oil change?
With a partial replacement, the gearbox is not flushed, and the new oil is mixed with the old one. As a result, the operation of the automatic transmission will become smoother. This process requires 4-5 liters and is completed in an average of 30 minutes. Most Renault Duster car owners believe that it is better to change the transmission oil completely with flushing and replacing the previous fluid. However, in some cases only a partial replacement is possible, as a complete replacement can cause problems with proper work automatic box gears.
For example, if a Renault Duster car has traveled more than one hundred thousand kilometers in one oil, then complete replacement can adversely affect the operation of the gearbox and even disable it. This is due to the fact that during the run, deposits build up inside, which, when flushed, can clog oil channels. As a result, insufficient cooling will lead to breakage. For such cases, it is recommended to carry out several partial replacements after 200-300 kilometers. Certainly, this option cannot be compared with a complete replacement, but this method makes it possible to remove up to 75% of the old oil. It should be noted that changing the oil in the manual transmission is recommended by specialists in without fail, after a certain amount of mileage, while the oil change in the automatic transmission, in principle, may not be carried out at all.
When does it completely change?
If the owner of the car makes an oil change every 50-60 thousand kilometers, as required by the technical documentation, then the problem described above will not affect him. In this case, a complete oil change in the gearbox will improve the operation of the automatic transmission and extend the life by 150-200 percent.
When to change the oil in the Duster box?
According to the maintenance schedule Renault cars, transmission oil in manual transmission and automatic transmission does not require replacement throughout the entire life of the car. But to perform a number of operations, for example, to replace the drive oil seal, it is required to drain the oil from the box.
The need to change the oil in the box may arise due to the harsh operating conditions of the car or at extremely high mileage.
Manual transmissions installed on Renault Duster ()
JR5 - 5 speed
TL8 - 6 speed
DP2 - automatic transmission 4-speed
What kind of oil is poured into mechanical box gear Renault Duster?
Manual transmission TL8 (6MKPP) filling capacity 2.8 liters
Manual transmission JR5 (5MKPP) filling capacity 2.5 liters
Manual transmission oil APIGL-4 quality and SAE 75W-80 viscosity
The recommended Renault oil– ELFTranselfFE 80W-90. IN rear gear 0.55 liters, in the dispenser 0.38 liters.
How to check the oil level in a Duster manual transmission?
You need to check the level if there are smudges of gear oil. To check the level on the front wall of the crankcase there is a control hole screwed with a threaded plug.
We pick up the car. We remove the engine protection. We turn off the control plug.
| On a front wheel drive Duster: | |
On the all-wheel drive Duster:
We check the level with an L-shaped key.
It should be at the level of the lower edge of the control hole. If the oil level in the box is lower, then add the oil recommended by the manufacturer (see above)
We check the condition of the seal on the cork and twist it into place.
How to change the oil in a manual transmission Duster?
Raise the car on a lift.
For work, you will need a container for draining the oil.
Special syringe for topping up oil
8 mm square wrench.
Operating procedure:
We remove the protection of the crankcase of the motor.
We unscrew the plug of the control hole (see above)
We unscrew the drain plug with a tetrahedron and drain the oil.
We twist the plug with a new gasket (torque 20 Nm)
