AVTOVAZ installs the same type of power units on its models, so the process of changing the oil in the Lada Kalina, Priora, Grant, Vesta, Niva or XRAY engine is similar. Let's look at the process of changing engine oil in VAZ engines, and also talk about some of the features of this procedure.
AVTOVAZ installs the following engines on Lada cars:
| Engine model | Volume, l | Power, hp | Number of valves, pcs | Engine oil volume, l | Installed on cars |
| VAZ-21114 or VAZ-11183 | 1,6 | 81 | 8 | 3,5 | Granta and Kalina |
| VAZ-21116/11186/11189 | 1,6 | 87 | 8 | 3,5 | Granta, Kalina 2 and Priora, Largus |
| VAZ-21126 | 1,6 | 98 | 16 | 3.2 (2.9)* manual transmission 4.4 (4.1)* AMT | Priora, Kalina, Granta and Kalina 2 |
| VAZ-21127 | 1,6 | 106 | 16 | 3,5 | Priora, Kalina 2, Granta |
| VAZ-21126-77 | 1,6 | 118 | 16 | 3,5 | Granta Sport |
| VAZ-21128 | 1,8 | 98 | 16 | 3,5 | Priora |
| VAZ 11194 | 1,4 | 89 | 16 | 3,5 | Kalina |
| VAZ 21129/21179 | 1,6/1,8 | 106/122 | 16 | 3,2 (2,9)* (1) 4,4 (4,1)* (2) | Vesta, Lada XRAY |
| VAZ 21214 | 1,7 | 81 | 8 | 3,75 | Niva 4x4 |
| H4M | 1,6 | 110 | 16 | 4,7 (4,2) | XRAY |
| HR16 | 1,6 | 114 | 16 | 4 | Lada Vesta |
* - when changing the oil (with replacing the oil filter) (1) - stamped oil sump (AMT) (2) - cast oil sump (manual transmission)
See also the features of changing oil on Renault engines: K7M or K4M.
The maintenance regulations state that the first oil change in the engine should be done after 3 thousand kilometers, and then at each maintenance (after 15 thousand kilometers) or once a year, whichever comes first.
You will need : warm up the engine to operating temperature, prepare new engine oil and filter, a “17” wrench, an oil filter remover (or a large screwdriver), clean rags and an empty container (4 l).
Engine oil change interval for Lada Granta
The engine lubrication replacement interval for this model, as for most other modern cars, is 10,000-15,000 kilometers.
On the new Grant, the first oil change was often carried out at a mileage of approximately 2000-3000 kilometers. There is no such recommendation in the current operating instructions. But experts strongly recommend changing the oil immediately after break-in.
If the Granta is rarely used and does not manage to travel 10 thousand kilometers in a year, it is still recommended to carry out the procedure annually.
When the car is often used in the city, constantly stuck in traffic jams, this operation needs to be carried out every 6000-8000 kilometers.
The lubricant should be replaced ahead of schedule when:
- Lack of oil. You can add more if its color and consistency have not changed. If this happens often, have the power unit diagnosed to determine the cause. Normal oil consumption may be exceeded when running in a new or repaired engine;
- Change in color or structure of oil on Granta;
- The appearance of foreign impurities in the oil. If metal shavings are present when the engine has been run-in, you should contact a motor mechanic;
- After 2000-3000 kilometers after a major overhaul of the power unit.
List of parts and equipment
To simply change the engine oil, the owner of a car with an automatic transmission will need a core wrench. The standard size “6 edges by 8 mm” is suitable. In principle, you don’t need anything else except a flat key “10”. They unscrew the battery terminal with it.
Plug key for all trim levels with automatic transmission
For those who have a mechanical transmission, it is easier to use a set of ring wrenches. We need standard sizes 8, 10 and 12 mm. That's all.
Let us indicate how the drain plugs are designated in the AvtoVAZ catalog:
- 21120-1011061-00 – plug for equipment with automatic transmission;
- 21080-1011062-00 – washer for the plug (automatic transmission only);
- 21080-1009156-00 – option for cars with manual transmission.
The filler plug is designated by the numbers 11190-1009146-00. And the control dipstick is a part from the VAZ catalog with number 21120-1009045-00.
To unscrew the oil filter housing, use a puller. There are universal pullers on sale, and a cup puller (Renault 7711381992) is also suitable. The choice is made based on standard parameters: diameter is 76 mm, number of edges is 12.
If we talk about the oil filter itself, part 21080-1012005-08 was installed from the factory. This is a filter produced in the city of Livny. You can look for an imported replacement, but keep in mind that the height of the case should not be less than 70 mm. Otherwise, the oil will not cool well.
Selection of analogues
The screw plug that closes the hole in the crankcase of cars with automatic transmission is not a unique VAZ part. You can use analogues instead:
- Renault 77 03 075 348;
- Fa1 153.520.001 (for a tetrahedron rod).
If you remove the spaces from the top number, you get the designation of the traffic jam for Largus.
It will be more difficult to find a replacement for the washer. Renault, which produces part number 11026 5505R, will help here. Without a space, we again get the AvtoVAZ part designation: 110265505R - sealing ring from Lada Largus.
The VAZ plug number 21080-1009156-00 has its own long history. It appeared on Eights and is suitable for front-wheel drive Lada engines that are not equipped with an automatic transmission. A unique feature of the part is the presence of a tapered thread. Of course, it cannot be made on a lathe.
Selecting oil and oil filter for Granta
The car manual tells you what oil to fill. There are recommendations on viscosity and brands. Grant engines need to be filled with synthetic or semi-synthetic lubricant with parameters 5W-40 or 10W-40.
In terms of price-quality ratio, auto chemical goods from the Lukoil and Rosneft brands, as well as Lada, performed well. But products from other manufacturers will also work.
It is not advisable to buy very cheap lubricants and in no case bulk ones.
On the Lada Granta, along with the oil, the oil filter must also be changed. It is better to buy an original filter, its article number is 21080101200508. It is inexpensive and is sold in all auto parts stores.
Design of motors 21126 and 21127
The appearance of the 16-valve engine is shown in the photo. Here we consider the option “with manual transmission”. The neck is closed with plug 12. Element 28 is the oil dipstick.
Drawing of a 16-valve engine, right view
Drawing of a 16-valve engine, left view
The oil filter is shown in the second drawing and designated by the number 24. There are no other important elements here.
The oil pan can be made in different versions. To service a car with a manual transmission, it is enough to have a spanner wrench, which is used to unscrew plug 4.
Drawing of oil pan, 2 types
Owners of automatic cars need a hex key
Also, please note that the notch on plug 3 will be very weak. If it goes wrong once, it won’t seem like enough
You need a branded 8mm hex key.
Oil pressure sensor
Lada Granta oil change algorithm
Changing the oil on Granta is done in almost the same way as on Kalina and Vesta. This algorithm is the same for all modern AvtoVAZ models.
How to drain lubricating fluid from Granta
Before changing the car oil, the old one should be drained. To do this you need:
- Warm up the engine to operating temperature. If the car has recently been driven, it is advisable to cool it down a little.
- Place the Granta on a viewing hole, overpass or lift, securely fix it to prevent it from rolling away or falling.
- Remove the crankcase protection, if present.
- Remove the engine oil filler cap.
- Place a pre-prepared container for old grease under the drain hole.
- Unscrew the hole plug.
- Drain the oil into a container.
- Replace the plug.
How to remove and install an oil filter on a Lada Granta
The lubricant filter on Grant is located behind the engine. To remove it, you need to unscrew it by hand or with a puller. If it is stuck, you should pierce it with a screwdriver and unscrew it, using it as a lever. When removing the filter element, it is advisable to use a container to drain the oil liquid.
Along with the oil filter, it is also recommended to change the air and fuel filters. It is advisable to install new filter elements every time you fill in fresh motor oil.
This will ensure trouble-free operation of the Lada Grant and will save time by combining several maintenance procedures.
To install the filter, you need to pour a little oil into it and also lubricate the seal with it. The new element is placed in place of the old one and screwed in by hand.
How to fill oil into a Granta engine
After draining the old oil and replacing the filter part on the Grant, you need to fill the engine with fresh oil. This is done like this:
- Screw in the drain plug.
- Pour the liquid through the neck of the canister.
- Check the level with a dipstick. The oil should be between the Min and Max marks.
- Screw on the oil filler cap.
- Start the power unit and let it run for a while.
- Turn off the engine.
- Check the lubricant level using the dipstick. If there is not enough, add the required amount.
How much oil should be poured into the engine?
If a motorist is faced with choosing the value of a canister of lubricating fluid for a power unit, he must know what volume of oil should be in the Lada Granta engine.
In practice, a power unit of any configuration that is installed in Grant will require only 3.2 liters with a manual transmission. substances. Cars that have an automatic transmission need 4.4 liters. lubricant.
However, it should be taken into account that not only a repaired engine, but also a new one may require more lubricant. This aspect is due to the piston rings not being worn in. In addition, operating the machine at high speeds can increase the consumption of motor substances.
Low oil level on Lada Granta
Often Grant owners are faced with an increase or decrease in the amount of lubricant in the power unit. This is usually detected by checking with a dipstick.
Both problems negatively affect engine performance and require immediate attention. Therefore, it is necessary to understand the cause and find ways to eliminate it.
The reasons for a decrease in lubricant level on Lada Granta are:
- Using oil with unsuitable characteristics;
- Problems in the crankcase ventilation system;
- Damaged gaskets or seals;
- Severe wear or defects in engine parts, typical of used cars or occurring after overheating.
These problems have serious consequences. The pressure of the lubricating fluid increases, the engine begins to experience oil starvation and wears out quickly.
If such problems are discovered, it is necessary to urgently take measures to eliminate them. Some problems can be fixed by yourself. But damage to engine elements on Grant requires professional intervention.
Leaks and problems
Oil burning on a Lada Vesta with a 1.8 liter engine, marked 21179, is a common problem. The manufacturer AVTOVAZ knows about this, but does not admit that this is a problem, but states that it is a design feature.
At the same time, the manufacturer allows an oil consumption of 0.7 liters of oil per 1000 kilometers. And at high speeds or sporty driving style. When the crankshaft rotates at high speeds, that is, the tachometer needle is above 3000 rpm when driving. Zhor can reach up to 1 liter.
Moreover, this does not depend on the mileage; the car can start eating oil from scratch, that is, immediately after purchase. By the way, oil burns on 1.6 engines are much less common.
There is another problem, which is also quite widespread, when car owners notice oil in spark plug wells. If the car is under warranty, then we simply go to the dealer to have it fixed.
If there is no longer a guarantee, then we do the following. We take the solvent and thoroughly wipe the spark plug well. Inside the wells themselves you can find 2 small grooves; they need to be sealed with sealant. Apply the sealant to your finger and try to rub it into the grooves; remove the residue with a rag. This is a simple way to eliminate this leakage.
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Reasons for rising oil levels
An increase in the amount of lubrication of the Lada Granta power unit occurs for the following reasons:
- Overfilling oil during replacement;
- Fuel getting into the lubricant due to engine malfunctions and other reasons;
- Penetration of antifreeze. This forms an emulsion of water, lubricating chemicals and coolant, noticeable on the dipstick. This happens if the cylinder head gasket is damaged or there are cracks in the cylinder block and its head.
Diagnosis and elimination of these problems, with the exception of banal overflow, are carried out in a car service center. Repairs are often expensive. But you should not delay with it, as this threatens to completely stop the Granta’s engine.
Crib
- To replace, you need a 12mm hexagon , container , remover and a canister for filling;
- It is better to work on a pit or a lift (the latter will require lowering/raising the car several times);
- Do not overtighten the filter when installing;
- Before pouring a new one, check the drain plug and the installation of a new filter;
- If you removed the DPKV chip, put it back on before starting the engine;
- After replacing and starting the machine, check that the oil pressure sensor goes out.
Wondering how to service your car yourself? Then read other articles about working with Granta at the link.
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Functions of motor oil
Except for bearing lubrication, without which they would not work for any significant time. oil performs several functions, each of which is worthy of separate consideration:
- lubrication of rubbing parts, especially sliding bearings of the crankshaft and timing shaft;
- removal of excess heat from friction points to further increase the service life of parts;
- cleaning the parts of the piston group and the gas distribution mechanism from carbon deposits and soot;
- the formation of a protective layer that protects engine parts during startup when there is no oil pressure.
