By the time of the next technical inspection of the car, the owner should be fully armed and familiarize himself in advance with the range of oils suitable for the VAZ-2114 gearbox. You should be especially careful about the replacement procedure at high mileage, because then the car requires increased attention.
How much oil should I add to the VAZ-2114 gearbox? According to the manufacturer, the volume of the VAZ-2114 gearbox is 3.5 liters . Due to the fact that when changing the oil, a certain amount of transmission fluid remains on the walls, the amount of oil will be approximately 3.3 liters .
Recommended oil types
Lubricating fluids of the GL4 . Synthetic, semi-synthetic and mineral types of oils are suitable for the VAZ-2114 Most often, car enthusiasts choose the following options:
- 75w90
This type of oil is synthetic . It is ideal for vehicle use in low temperature conditions and has excellent lubricating properties. It is this type of transmission fluid that is recommended by the factory for the VAZ-2114. The disadvantage is the increased noise level compared to semi-synthetic analogues.
- 85w90
Representative of the semi-synthetic type. It has a lower cost than synthetic oils and is well suited for high mileage vehicles.
- 80w90
This is a mineral lubricant for gearboxes, which many car enthusiasts consider the best choice for the VAZ-2114 gearbox . Disadvantages include high price and instability to low temperatures due to increased viscosity.
Keep in mind that when replacing lubricating fluid, you cannot mix different oils; this can lead to costly repairs.
What oil should I use?
The question of what kind of oil to pour into the LADA Priora box has given rise to a lot of controversy. Let's try to understand this issue.
From the factory, LUKOIL TM-4-12 mineral oil was poured as transmission fluid. It could only be used during the break-in of a new car. Therefore, according to the recommendations of AvtoVAZ, after some time it had to be changed to a fresher liquid with certain performance properties.
The manufacturer specifies that the new oil must be synthetic or semi-synthetic and meet viscosity grade SAE 75W-90. This is an all-season liquid that works at ambient temperatures from -40 °C to +35 °C. 75W-80 and 80W-85 oils are also suitable. 80W-90 liquids can be used in regions where winter temperatures do not drop below -10...-12 °C.
In addition to viscosity, the oil must comply with API GL-4 class. This includes transmission fluids that are designed to operate in medium-loaded gears: hypoid, bevel and spiral-bevel, operating at oil temperatures up to +150 °C and contact pressure up to 3000 MPa.
Let's consider which oils are most popular in the LADA Priora gearbox.
LUKOIL TM-4 (GL-4) 75W-90
This is a semi-synthetic transmission fluid used in manual transmissions, differentials and transfer cases of cars and trucks. It is made from highly purified mineral base oil, synthetic components and a multifunctional additive package.
The oil has high anti-corrosion, anti-foam, anti-wear and viscosity-temperature properties. It reliably protects transmission elements under high loads, ensures smooth operation of the gearbox at low temperatures and has high oxidative and thermal stability.
SHELL SPIRAX S4 G 75W-90
Semi-synthetic gear oil API GL-4 for manual gearboxes of cars and small trucks. Used in VAG cars as a first fill fluid.
The oil does not destroy synchronizers, ensures smooth operation of the gearbox, and protects transmission elements from shock loads, corrosion and wear. It has an extended service life and improves the performance of the gearbox.
Castrol Syntrax Universal 75W-90
Synthetic multi-purpose gear oil for gearboxes and manual transmissions. Suitable for use in synchronized manual transmissions of cars and trucks, as well as final drives and differentials of trucks and construction equipment.
The fluid has excellent fluidity at low temperatures and effectively protects against wear under high loads. It has an extended service life and is compatible with conventional mineral oils and sealing materials.
ZIC GF TOP 75W-90
Synthetic transmission oil for manual transmissions and drive axles. Compatible with synchronized boxes. In Hyuindai and Kia cars it is used as a first fill fluid. Belongs to material class GL-4/5. Meets the requirements of 75W-85 GL-4 oils.
The fluid ensures reliable lubrication of all transmission elements at high speeds and heavy loads, cleans the gearbox and axles, increases the service replacement interval, reduces wear, protects against corrosion and has excellent thermal-oxidative characteristics.
LIQUI MOLY Hochleistungs-Getriebeoil GL4+ (GL 4/GL 5) 75W-90
Synthetic transmission oil for manual transmissions and drive axles. It is compatible with synchronizers and is resistant to aging. Thanks to a special additive package, the fluid reliably protects transmission elements.
The oil prevents wear and corrosion, works well under high loads and maintains its characteristics at high temperatures. Can be used in gearboxes that require GL-4 oils and manual transmissions that are combined with a hypoid transmission.
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Among the 75w90 group oils, the following options are especially popular:
- Shell Getribeoil EP
- Eneos
- Castrol Syntrans Transaxle
These lubricants are somewhat more expensive than other oils, but their composition is significantly superior to their analogues.
The best choice in the 85w90 would be the following brands:
- MOBIL Mobilube LS
- JB GERMAN OIL GL4
- Gazpromneft SUPER
For type 80w90 the following oils can be distinguished:
- Motul MOTUL HD
- LIQUI MOLY Marine Gear Oil
- Castrol Manual EP
Liquids from these manufacturers are considered the best in terms of price-quality ratio.
Suitable oils for VAZ 2114 gearbox
To understand which oil is best to pour into the VAZ 2114 box, you need to study the automaker’s recommendations. It is necessary to evaluate the climatic and other operating conditions of the vehicle. But it is usually recommended to stick to the above specifications. Many drivers purchase all-season fluids so as not to have to replace them when the season changes. The choice of oil for the box is a personal matter for each owner. But experts do not advise buying chemicals that are too cheap and of dubious origin. It does not have the necessary lubricating and protective properties. But it is not necessary to take a very expensive fluid for a “four” manual transmission. Typically, car enthusiasts choose transmissions of the following brands:
- Lukoil 75w90. Semi-synthetic oil has good lubricating and protective properties. It is rarely counterfeited. But experienced motorists recommend buying it not in spare parts stores, but at network gas stations of this brand. It is found at most gas stations of this network. The cost of a liter canister is now approximately 330 rubles.
- Сastrol 75w90. Semi-synthetic fluid is suitable for all operating conditions. Does not thicken in severe frost. Allows the box to work well at any temperature. The only drawback is the somewhat overpriced. Now a liter costs approximately 790-850 rubles, depending on the region and place of purchase.
- Shell Getribeoil EP 75w90. Semi-synthetics of a well-known brand have good lubricating properties. It is perfect for the VAZ 2114. The cost of the liquid is low and amounts to approximately 540-600 rubles per liter.
- TNK 75w90. The semi-synthetic transmission does not thicken even in severe frost and does not become too liquid. The inexpensive liquid is in no way inferior to foreign analogues. Sold at gas stations and many auto stores. Practically not counterfeited. A liter costs 350-400 rubles.
- Rosneft 75w90. Semi-synthetic oil for manual transmissions withstands extreme loads and is excellent for all temperature conditions. The liquid is recommended by AvtoVAZ for the “fourteenth” and other models of the brand. It is protected from counterfeiting and is sold at branded gas stations and spare parts stores. The cost of a liter is about 500 rubles.
- Gazpromneft GL-4 75W-90. Semi-synthetic from a well-known Russian manufacturer. Provides ease of gear shifting even on fairly worn transmissions. Suitable for any operating conditions. The liquid is made from high-quality ingredients and is practically unadulterated. Sold at gas stations and stores. The cost of a liter is about 350 rubles.
- Zic 75W-90. Semi-synthetic fluid has good protective and lubricating properties. Makes it easier to change gears. It can often be fake. Therefore, you should buy it only in trusted places. The average cost of 1 liter is 550 rubles.
Synthetics
When choosing synthetic gearbox oil, the motorist needs to pay attention to the temperature conditions for which the purchased product is designed. These are the last two digits in the encoding.
The main advantages of synthetic oil are that it prevents the formation of toxins, reduces power loss when the engine warms up, and ensures efficient operation of the car in the long term. Buy synthetic lubricants only from trusted sellers, since by saving a few hundred rubles you can run into a fake and spend much more money on eliminating the damage caused. The best synthetic oil for the VAZ-2114 is Castrol Edge Titanium FST.
How to change the gearbox oil yourself
To do this, you need to arm yourself with a container for draining used oil, keys “8” and “17” and perform the following steps:
- First, it is important to determine the oil level in the gearbox . To do this you need to find a dipstick. Be sure to remove oil traces using a lint-free rag. Then return the dipstick to its original position. After a couple of minutes, remove it again. Find the maximum and minimum marks on the dipstick, and then compare with where the oil mark is located. This way you will find out how much oil is missing.
- Before changing the oil, it is necessary to warm it up. To do this you will need to drive a little. This is necessary so that the old oil flows out faster. After a short trip, drive your car onto the overpass. Remove the protection and remove the dipstick. Then you need to carefully unscrew the drain plug and immediately place a container for used oil. Before moving to the next step, make sure that all transmission fluid has drained from the transmission. It can take some time. Tighten the drain plug.
All that remains is to fill in new oil. Insert the funnel and hose into the hole from which you removed the dipstick. Fill with 3.3 liters of the selected lubricant. Be sure to check the level with a dipstick.
