Hello dear readers. Today I will talk about changing the oil in the automatic transmission of a Peugeot 206 vehicle. This car was equipped with automatic transmissions from the Peugeot-Citroen company - AL4. The uniqueness of these machines lies in childhood diseases, both unfinished by the manufacturer, and in the absence of a probe. For new car enthusiasts, checking the lubricant in this automatic transmission is complicated. But first things first.
Write in the comments, have you changed the oil in the automatic transmission of a Peugeot 206?
Transmission oil change interval
First, I'll talk about oil change intervals. The fact is that these machines are left with their childhood diseases, which manifest themselves in the form of knocks and jolts. Jerks during gear shifting are not constant, but still occur. Therefore, focusing on symptoms that are common for other machines and require an oil change does not play a role in our case with Al4 DP 0.
Attention! Only if these shocks become constant, jerking increases during gear shifting, then you need to pay attention to such deviations from the norm. And the first thing you should do is change the oil in Al 4 DP0.
Transmissions from the Peugeot-Citroen factory are in dire need of an additional radiator. Because they overheat in summer and winter when idle in traffic jams and at traffic lights. Due to overheating, the oil deteriorates and loses its technical and physical properties. The lubricant can no longer protect mechanical parts from premature wear. Wear products form and get stuck in the filter device. The pressure in the system drops.
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The machine can no longer function normally. That's why the box slips. Gears jump from one to another. This all indicates that the oil needs to be changed.
Experienced mechanics and I recommend changing the oil in a Peugeot automatic transmission according to the following regulations:
- 30,000 kilometers – partial oil change;
- 60,000 kilometers – complete replacement of the lubricant.
Attention! After a run of 150,000 kilometers, it is recommended to change the lubricant after 20,000 kilometers each time. After some more time, a major overhaul of the Peugeot 206 automatic transmission is carried out.
In addition to the oil change interval in the Peugeot automatic transmission, you need to carefully look at what kind of lubricant they sell you. We'll talk about this in the next section.
Changing temperature conditions
The third question touches on the topic of temperature changes. As you know, during friction, energy is generated that releases a large amount of heat, which is why the temperature properties of ATF are designed to operate at 90 degrees. However, for lovers of sports driving, as well as in city mode with a lot of traffic jams, during towing and driving in mountainous areas, the load on the automatic transmission increases significantly, which leads to a rise in temperature. An increase of just 10-20 degrees dramatically changes the properties of ATP, and at a temperature of 150, the service life of the fluid decreases significantly, and one kilometer of work with such an oil temperature in the box is equal to tens of kilometers of driving in normal mode. If there are quite a few cases of overheating in a short period of time, then it is necessary to urgently contact a specialist, since the consequences of working at high temperatures can be detrimental to the entire automatic transmission mechanism.
Based on this, every owner of a car with an automatic transmission should think about following the manufacturers' recommendations regarding the timing of ATF replacement. After all, it is impossible to take into account emergency situations and city traffic jams in the constant operating mode of the automatic transmission and, naturally, the properties of the ATF can change in a shorter period of time than provided for in the technical specifications.
Practical advice on choosing oil in an automatic transmission Peugeot 206
The oil you fill into the automatic transmission must be original. A Peugeot automatic transmission only requires real transmission fluid. Cheap Chinese counterfeits will quickly destroy the already long-suffering box.
The original oil retains its technical properties even with severe overheating. The liquid also does not freeze at low temperatures, unlike fakes.
Tell us in the comments what kind of oil do you fill in the Peugeot 206 automatic transmission?
Original oil
The original oil that is poured into the Peugeot 206 automatic gearbox is called Esso LT under catalog number 71141. It is a semi-synthetic fluid. Transmission fluid is designed for harsh operating conditions of the machine. It helps the automatic transmission withstand frosts of minus thirty degrees and does not thicken like any other liquid.
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The viscosity index of this oil is 168. And the lubricant hardens only at minus 48 degrees. Therefore, the lubricant is excellent for use in Peugeot 206 cars in the northern latitudes of Russia.
The temperature at which oil ignites exceeds 200 degrees. Therefore, this oil can also be used in regions with hot climates.
Tell me, do you use this oil or Mobil ATF?
Analogs
Analogues of the above Esso LT include Mobil ATF 71141, Castrol, Dexron. These ATF analogues are complete real substitutes for the original automatic transmission oil.
They are identical in properties and other technical characteristics. And if there are some differences, they are quite insignificant.
Now that we’ve figured out what kind of oil needs to be poured into a Peugeot automatic transmission, let me tell you about checking the level on French automatic transmissions.
Write in the comments, have you already checked the lubricant level in the automatic transmission yourself?
The best motor oil. does it exist?
- GL-1 - oil with this standard is allowed for use in passenger cars, but it is only suitable for simple operating conditions
- GL-2-GL-3 - we skip these options, since they are relevant for agricultural and cargo equipment
- GL-4 is the most popular standard recommended for the Peugeot 206. It is suitable for any vehicle. Still, it can't compare to the more advanced GL-5
- GL-5 is a standard with reference characteristics. Suitable for harsh conditions, effective under high loads and even aggressive driving styles. Recommended for powerful sports cars. It makes no sense to use such oil for the Peugeot 206, which is equipped only with small-capacity engines.
We can conclude that for the Peugeot 206, the best option in terms of price and quality will be oil with the GL-4 standard.
In addition to the API class, which is designated by GL markings (from 1 to 5), an equally important criterion when choosing an oil is the viscosity grade. The stability of the oil to certain temperature ranges in which the Peugeot 206 is operated depends on it. So, for the car in question, the best oil would be Total Transmission BV with viscosity parameters 75W-80. You can consider other options (brands), but it is advisable to select according to this viscosity (75W-80).
Checking the level
As I already said, this Peugeot automatic does not have a dipstick. Therefore, we will check the lubricant level at the drain hole. This is done as follows:
- Start the engine and warm up the Peugeot automatic transmission.
- Do not turn off the engine and place the Peugeot on a level surface.
- Get under the car and take with you a container to drain the waste.
- Unscrew the plug and place a container for drainage.
- Quickly screw the plug back on.
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In about the time you unscrew the cap and screw it back in, about 500 mg should drain out. This means that the level is okay. If it is dry, you need to add lubricant to the machine.
Pay attention to the quality of the lubricant. It should not be black or contain foreign particles, such as metal shavings. If the color is dark, then change the lubricant in the Peugeot automatic transmission.
How much oil is required for manual transmission Peugeot 206
Year of manufacture – 1998-2010
- Oil in manual transmission with 1.1i 60 l engine. With. – 1.9 l
- Oil in manual transmission with 1.4 HDi 70 l engine. With. – 1.9 l
- Oil in manual transmission with 1.4i 75 l engine. With. – 1.9 l
- Oil in manual transmission with engine 1.4i 16V 90 l. With. – 1.9 l
- Oil in manual transmission with 1.6 HDi engine – 1.9 l
- Oil in manual transmission with engine 1.6 16V 90-110 l. With. – 2.0 l
- Oil in manual transmission with 1.9 D 70 l engine. With. – 2.0 l
- Oil in manual transmission with engine 2.0 16V 177 l. With. – 1.9 l
- Oil in manual transmission with 2.0 HDI 110 l engine. With. – 2.0 l
Materials for a comprehensive oil change in a Peugeot 206 automatic transmission
Before you start changing the oil in the Peugeot 206 automatic transmission, purchase all the necessary materials. We will need:
- original oil;
- automatic transmission filter under catalog number 144010;
- gaskets and seals. It is advisable to buy as a set under number 144002;
- gloves;
- container for drainage;
- keys and ratchet with heads;
- a lint-free cloth;
- carbocleaner.
Now you can begin to partially change the transmission fluid in the Peugeot 206 automatic transmission.
Why might oil leak?
Sometimes it can be difficult to determine the cause of a transmission leak with a Peugeot 206 manual transmission. The problem may lie in any of the weak points of the box: wear of the oil seals, hermetic layer or seal. Also considered vulnerable are: loose bolts connecting the elements of the box and non-standard play in the gearbox input shaft.
The process of finding leaks is also aggravated by limited access to the weak points of the box. You can replace the oil seals or seals yourself. However, if the leak does not stop, you should have your car repaired.
Do-it-yourself oil change in automatic transmission Peugeot 206
Changing the oil consists of several stages. Each of the stages of changing the fluid in an automatic transmission must follow one after the other. We start by draining waste from the Peugeot automatic transmission.
Draining old oil
The old oil is drained only after the automatic gearbox has warmed up. The steps of the procedure are as follows:
- Start the Peugeot and warm up the automatic transmission.
- Then press the brake pedal and move the gear selector through all modes.
- Place the Peugeot car on a pit or overpass.
- Turn off the engine.
- Unscrew the drain plug and place a waste container under the poured liquid.
- Wait until the grease is completely drained.
- Unscrew the pan bolts and carefully drain the remaining liquid from it into a waste container.
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Now pull it out from under the Peugeot car and proceed to the next step.
Washing the tray and removing chips
Rinse the pan with carbocleaner and wipe it with a dry, lint-free cloth. Remove the magnets and clean them with a wire brush to remove any shavings.
Use a sharp object to remove the gasket from the pan and clean the area. Degrease it. Install the new gasket from the kit.
Leave these materials to dry. And take care of the filtering device yourself.
Replacing the filter
The filter can work for a long time without replacement. Especially when the Peugeot 206 car is new and has not yet passed 80,000 thousand kilometers, it does not need to be changed. But after a mileage of 80,000 kilometers, it is imperative to replace it and replace it with each fluid change.
Filling with new oil
Now we begin to fill in the new lubricant. The filler hole is located under the hood. To get to it, you will need to remove the battery.
- But first, apply silicone to the new gasket and put the pan in place.
- Screw in the bolts and tighten the drain plug.
- Open the hood and remove the battery.
- Find and unscrew the filler plug.
- Insert the funnel into the hole and start pouring in the oil.
- It will take you about 4 liters.
- Tighten the plug and replace the battery.
- Start the car and warm up the automatic transmission.
- Drive the Peugeot and check the level again after a while.
You know how to check the level and what to do if there is not enough oil. Now let's look at how to completely change the transmission fluid in a Peugeot automatic transmission.
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Loss of physical properties
Chemists know the answer to the second question very well. ATF fluid contains certain specific ingredients and components that are responsible for certain physical and chemical properties of the oil. Additives that reduce the process of foam formation, as well as prevent corrosion of parts, lose most of their properties over time and the ATF functions are not fully performed. This can lead to dire consequences for the car, when simply replacing the filter is no longer sufficient. A fluid that has lost its original properties can no longer circulate fully and fully ensure the operating modes of the automatic transmission. Changes in properties usually occur for natural reasons, which cannot be taken into account by the car manufacturer. Malfunctions in the transmission, even after replacing the filter, indicate a deterioration in the properties of ATF and force drivers to think about a trip to a service station.
Complete replacement of transmission fluid in automatic transmission
A complete replacement of the transmission in an automatic transmission from a Peugeot 206 is identical to a partial one. Changes will only come at the very end. Therefore, you can safely repeat all the steps described above. Just stop at the point when you need to start the car and warm up the automatic transmission.
The next steps are:
- Remove the return hose from the radiator pipe.
- Insert it into a five-liter bottle and call your partner.
- Ask him to start the Peugeot.
- A black liquid will flow into the bottle. Wait until a liter is filled.
- Ask your partner to turn off the engine. And add as much transmission fluid as was spilled.
- Now repeat the procedure again and do this until the oil comes out light in color.
- After this, replace the hose and add a little more oil.
- Tighten the plugs and warm up the automatic transmission.
- Drive the Peugeot and check the level.
Now you know how to change the lubricant in a Peugeot 206 automatic gearbox. Write in the comments if you have already done a complete oil change yourself?
Conclusion
Changing the oil in a Peugeot 206 gearbox of any modification is quite simple and do-it-yourself. As for the choice of oil, it is recommended to fill it with the one recommended by the manufacturer. If the brand of lubricant is changed, it is worth flushing the gearbox.
The Peugeot 206 is characterized by a stylish interior. It is possible to purchase a car with a gasoline or diesel engine, automatic transmission or manual transmission. These units are designed to withstand heavy loads. Timely replacement of fuel helps to extend their working capacity.
