How to change the oil in a VAZ 2110 gearbox with your own hands

The parts of the VAZ 2110 gearbox, as well as the car engine, must be constantly lubricated with oil. The reason is the friction that these mechanisms create during vehicle operation. Let me remind you that they are all made of metal and due to this they can fail very quickly. But friction is also removed by the oil that lubricates all these gears, and if it is not in the box or there is very little of it, then these gears will not be lubricated well and therefore they will have increased wear, which will not lead to anything good in the future you will have to start repairing the box much earlier.

In today's article we will talk to you about such an important procedure as changing the oil in the VAZ 2110 gearbox, we will look at the reasons, signs and frequency of replacement. Let's talk about the types of transmission oils that can be used for dozens of VAZ gearboxes, and consider in detail the process and sequence of work for changing the oil in a VAZ 2110 gearbox.

Reasons for changing gear oil in a VAZ 2110 gearbox

As I already noticed earlier, the gearbox is a unit with a lot of rubbing parts. The frictional force particularly intensely affects the gear teeth in the box, so they become very hot. If the impact of the friction force is not reduced in time, the teeth will begin to collapse, and the service life of the box will be very short.

To reduce friction force, special gear oil is used. But it also has its own service life, after which the oil loses its properties and ceases to perform its functions. The only solution to this problem is to fill the box with a new portion of lubricant.

Transmission oil change intervals

According to the manufacturer’s regulations, a complete oil change in the gearbox should be done every 75 thousand kilometers, or every five years (whichever comes first - approx.), and its condition should be checked during each technical inspection, that is, when reaching the car mileage of 15, 45, 60, 90 and so on, thousand kilometers.

That is why responsible owners must carry out the procedure for changing the oil in the VAZ 2110 gearbox, taking into account the operating conditions of the vehicle.

Under normal conditions of vehicle use, in the absence of sudden changes in temperature or increased loads associated with towing heavy loads, the optimal interval for this operation is considered to be a one-time change every 100 thousand kilometers. In the presence of negative operating factors, this figure is reduced to 60-70 thousand kilometers.

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Change the oil in a VAZ gearbox with your own hands...

About types of transmission oils

During the procedure, you should know what kind of oil to pour into the box of the VAZ 2110.

They are divided into 3 types:

Synthetic . Characterized by a high degree of purification. The composition includes various additives that protect parts from corrosion. Replacement is carried out every 65-75 thousand km.
Semi-synthetic . The percentage of additives is much lower, so the oil is changed more often. It is advisable to carry out this procedure every 45-55 thousand km. The advantage is lower cost.
Mineral . Refers to unrefined oils. Loss of properties is observed after 20-30 thousand kilometers. After this it must be replaced.

In surveys conducted among motorists about which oil to put in the box of a VAZ 2110, the majority expressed their preference in favor of semi-synthetics. This was motivated by the fact that in harsh climates and difficult roads there is increased wear of gears. Therefore, after 50 km, an oil change is necessary.

Brand and volume of oil for VAZ 2110 gearbox

How much oil is in the VAZ-2112 gearbox?

Before changing the gearbox oil, the car owner must make sure that all the necessary tools are available for this procedure, including the correct oil. The service life of the transmission depends on the quality of this product, so you need to select the fluid only according to compatible parameters.

It is also important to know the frequency of replacement and how much oil to pour into the gearbox. Let's consider all this information using the example of choosing oil for the most popular car in Russia in the early 2000s - VAZ-2112.

Replacement frequency

AvtoVAZ recommends filling transmission oil every 75 thousand kilometers. Exceeding this regulation is not recommended. Moreover, for greater confidence in the reliability of the gearbox, the oil change period is halved if severe operating conditions require it. The fact is that under the influence of negative factors, oil loses its beneficial properties much faster than required by regulations. Let's highlight several main factors that force you to resort to more frequent oil changes in the VAZ-2112 gearbox:

Frequent driving at high speeds
The car experiences constant overloads due to exceeded load capacity
The driver makes mistakes when shifting gears, as a result the gearbox overheats
Frequent temperature changes, the weather quickly changes to cold and warm, high humidity, precipitation
The engine often runs at high speeds, and because of this it overheats

Any of the above factors has an adverse effect on the oil. As a result, its composition deteriorates, and the fluid is no longer able to effectively cool gearbox parts and prevent them from overheating. As a result, breakdowns occur that can only be avoided by more frequent oil changes. Russian motorists usually do this every 30 thousand kilometers, or even earlier. In addition, under conditions of increased load on the car, it is recommended to check the oil level in advance and monitor its condition.

Checking the oil level and condition

You can check the transmission oil level in a VAZ-2112 manual transmission using a dipstick, which has the appropriate marks for this - Max and Min. The amount of liquid should be between these marks. Any deviation from the norm may require adding or draining the fluid. For example, if the oil is below the Min level, then topping up will be required, or vice versa.

With high mileage, the oil will most likely need to be changed. It is logical that for this you first need to make sure that it is in poor condition. To do this, we pay attention to three main signs:

The oil changed color from light to dark
The oil emits an unpleasant specific odor, smells burnt

The oil contains a strange residue - it could be dirt deposits. Having confirmed that the oil needs to be replaced, we proceed to choosing the appropriate product.

Choosing oil for the VAZ-2112 gearbox

You need to select gear oil based on the parameters recommended by the manufacturer. In particular, we are talking about viscosity characteristics. So, the following parameters are suitable for the VAZ-2110 - 75W-90 or 75W-85. It must be admitted that these are the most optimal markings - both for the VAZ-2110 gearbox and for the Russian climate.

Next, we pay attention to a suitable brand. Among inexpensive ones, you can prefer transmission oils from Lukoil, Rosneft and G-Energy; among imported products, Mobil, Shell, Kixx, Castrol and other well-known companies are considered the best.

In addition, it is important to consider the type of oil - synthetic, mineral or semi-synthetic. For the VAZ-2110, the best option in terms of price and combination of useful properties is semi-synthetic oil. But they cannot replace pure synthetic oil, which is more expensive but lasts longer. Mineral lubricant will be a worthy choice for high mileage.

How to choose oil

For a VAZ 2112, what oil to fill in the gearbox is the most pressing question that is asked more often than how to fill and where to fill the oil. To extend the service life of the gearbox, it is recommended to use only high-quality oil purchased from a company store and recommended exclusively for your gearbox:

Some enthusiasts are sure that it is possible to pour motor oil into the gearbox instead of transmission oil; in fact, for the VAZ 2112, what kind of oil is poured into the box matters
This is a big mistake, in Soviet times of shortages, it was difficult to find transmission oil on the open market for Soviet cars
But motor cars were easier to find on sale, and drivers began to use them at checkpoints.
Now, with a huge selection of transmissions, it is recommended to use exclusively transmissions, and those recommended by the manufacturer individually for each model
Our considered model of VAZ 2112
And for the VAZ 2112 it is prescribed to use transmission oil in the box, this will allow you to extend the service life and avoid additional problems with the gearbox
However, the main criterion when changing the oil in a gearbox is the condition of the lubricant; if a poor quality one is used, it is better to perform the next change earlier, before irreparable consequences arise for gearbox parts
A transmission running on such oil may crunch or click when gears are engaged, and subsequently such operation leads to breakage of transmission parts
The question for the VAZ 2112, which oil to pour into the box, remains relevant
Here you should listen to the recommendations of the car manufacturer; according to his recommendation, GL-4 oil, according to the international API classification, is ideal
For example, shell 75W90 meets this standard; it is on the list of acceptable ones by the manufacturer, which means it is suitable for the VAZ2112

Advice: If you bought a car second-hand, then you need to change the oil in all units immediately - because before selling, hardly any of the owners changed the oil, and if they did, they bought a cheap one, which is of little use, but there can be a lot of harm. Low-quality oil does not protect parts well from premature wear, so it is better not to take risks.

Checking the oil level in the VAZ 2110 box

Checking the oil level in the VAZ 2110 box is carried out using a simple plastic dipstick, on which special marks are applied indicating the optimal level of the substance in the system.

This part is located in the upper part of the box body in the engine compartment. To check the current level, you need to remove the dipstick, wipe it with a dry cloth, put it in again and take it out again - the drops of oil on the dipstick will correspond to the current level.

Important to know: Checking the oil level must be done on a warm box.

The process of changing the oil in a VAZ 2110 gearbox

Before starting work, make sure that the gearbox oil has warmed up to operating temperature and is hot. Because this is the only way it will merge out of the “box” faster and more efficiently.

You should also prepare a lift or inspection hole, since changing the oil when the car is on a jack is extremely inconvenient.

To perform all work on changing the oil in the VAZ 2110 gearbox, you will need the following tools:

A container for draining old fluid, with a volume of at least 4 liters.
Socket wrench set to "17".
Rags.
Funnel or large syringe.

Required volume

Before buying motor oil, you need to decide on the volume. The best option is to purchase a 4-liter canister, which will last for a long time. This is convenient, because you can add the remaining liquid as the liquid is consumed, without worrying about buying a new one every time.

Well, now specifically about the one-time filling volume. The engine model plays an important role here. The VAZ 2110 used two engine variations. This is an 8-valve and 16-valve engine. In the first case, the volume of the oil sump is 3.2 liters, and in the second - 3.5 liters.

Sequence of work

The instructions instruct you to prepare for the work:

Roll the car onto the pit (or lift)
Having driven it first so that the box warms up

Note: You can drain the oil without removing the protection, since there is a hole in it. However, then, at the moment the cork is pulled out, the stream will rush onto the protection and spread over it, and from there to the floor, you see, is not very pleasant. It's easier to unscrew the protection and remove it.

So, we remove the protection, and then proceed to replacement
It is necessary to install a waste container under the drain hole, taking into account the stream, so as not to miss
Using a prepared spanner wrench “17”, unscrew the plug from the drain hole
Remove the plug and drain the oil into the container
After waiting for it to completely drain (the stream has dried up), screw the plug back into place.

Advice: If the oil we drained from the box contains metal particles, and the oil itself is dark in color, then it is recommended to pre-rinse the box. To do this, pour 1-1.5 liters of flushing oil into the gearbox. Then you should hang up one of the drive wheels, start the engine and engage first gear. Stop the engine after 5 minutes, drain the flush and fill the VAZ 2110 with only new transmission oil (according to the manufacturer’s recommendations)

Then we take out the dipstick with which we check the level (see the second photo after the heading “checking the level”)
Wipe the dipstick with a rag
Then install the funnel and pour lubricant into the hole from the dipstick, or use a syringe
The VAZ 2110 oil for the gearbox includes 3.3 liters
We control the level using the dipstick
Then we return it to its place

The oil change is completed, in total it takes about 15-20 minutes (more than half of the time is spent on the grease draining), if you are too lazy to do it or get dirty, use the services of a service station, if the price suits you, in my opinion it’s easier and cheaper to do everything yourself.

Filling with new lubricant

We drained the old transmission fluid, and now we need to tighten the plug and start pouring new lubricant. If you find metal impurities or shavings in the used oil, the gearbox must be flushed. Proceed according to the following instructions:

To flush the gearbox, you need to pour a liter of special flushing oil into the crankcase and start the engine. The front wheels are raised and gears are changed with a delay of 5-10 seconds in each position.
Stop the engine and drain the flushing fluid.
Screw the drain plug into place.
Pull out the dipstick and insert a funnel into the oil filler hole, and then pour new oil through it.
Insert the dipstick into place, after wiping it with a rag.
Pull it out and check the level - it should be within the normal range, being between the two marks.

On some VAZ 2110 models there is no dipstick, and the oil filler neck is located above the drain hole. In this case, it is necessary to replace the fluid using a syringe, pouring new fluid to the level of the lower edge of the filler hole.