Lada Granta, Lada Priora and Lada Kalina 2nd generation cars are equipped with the same type of gearbox. If we are talking about “mechanics” (manual transmission 2180 and 2181). An automated transmission (AMT or “robot”) is also built on this basis. Let's look at the process of changing gearbox oil in detail.
| Gearbox model | Installed on the car |
| Manual transmission 2112 | Lada Priora |
| Manual transmission 1118 | Lada Kalina |
| Manual transmission 1119 | Lada Kalina |
| Manual transmission 2180 | Lada Kalina 2, Lada Granta, Lada Priora |
| Manual transmission 2181 | Lada Kalina 2, Lada Granta |
| Manual transmission 21807 | Lada Vesta |
| Manual transmission 2190 | Lada Granta |
| AMT (based on manual transmission 2180) | Lada Priora, Granta, Kalina, Vesta, Lada XRAY |
A little about oil
The Lada Kalina has a conventional five-speed manual transmission . It has been set since the days of the “nines”. Not long ago, Avtovaz released a VAZ-2180 with a cable drive . Oil is poured into the pan, it does not splash out and is not pumped up by the pump. Lubrication occurs in this way: the gears of the intermediate are dipped into the bath during rotation , thereby ensuring lubrication of the rubbing elements. Transmission fluid also provides heat removal, otherwise the box will quickly overheat . If the gears run dry, a large amount of wear . After this, it accumulates a brown tint over time . Therefore, it is necessary to keep level in the gearbox under control . For this procedure, Kalina has a special probe . If the oil level is below the average mark, it is better not to use , but to add transmission fluid.
Gearboxes "Lada Kalina"
On first-generation cars (2004-2013 production), only a five-speed manual was installed - VAZ-1118 . The transmissions were equipped with gear units for VAZ-2110 and VAZ-21083 . The figure-eight unit had a non-removable (cut directly on the shaft) main gear drive gear.
The second generation "Kalin" (2013-2018 production) was produced with various gearboxes (gearboxes): upgraded mechanical (manual), automatic (automatic) and robotic (manual).
- VAZ-2181 manual transmission inherited the gearbox part of the “Prior” VAZ-2170 . The control unit was equipped with a cable drive, and the gear change mechanism “moved” to the top. The gearbox was installed only with 8-valve engines.
- The Japanese four-speed automatic JATCO JF 414E seemed like a miracle on the cars of the Russian automobile industry. Hydromechanical automatic transmission with four fixed gears and a pair of additional modes. The transmission was installed with both 8-valve ( VAZ-11186) and 16-valve ( VAZ-21126 ) engines.
- -2182 robotic 5-speed gearbox was presented to the public in 2014. ZF played a decisive role in the creation of manual transmission . Engineers from Tolyatti equipped the VAZ-2180 with German servos (actuators). This is how the first domestic “robot” was born.
Robotic gearbox VAZ-2182
The manufacturer installed the VAZ-2182 only on cars with 16-valve ( VAZ-21127 ) engines.
Choosing the best
At the factory, TNK TRANS KP oil is poured into the car's gearbox , but the overwhelming number of car owners prefer to fill in fluids from other brands , most often foreign-made. Usually, when switching to oils from other brands, the noise coming from the gearbox is reduced service life , and even fuel consumption .
To select oil for the Lada Kalina gearbox, you need to focus on viscosity . The following list will help you here:
- Viscosity grade: 75W80 withstands temperatures from -40 to +35
- Viscosity grade: 75W85 can withstand temperatures from -40 to +35 (but in terms of characteristics it is slightly ahead of the competitor)
- Viscosity grade: 75W90 withstands temperatures from -40 to +45
- Viscosity grade: 80W85 withstands temperatures from -26 to +35
- Viscosity grade: 80W90 withstands temperatures from -26 to +45
- Viscosity grade: 85W90 withstands temperatures from -12 to +45 and above
conclusions
Gearbox oil change is carried out in 1 hour. This may seem too complicated to some, then you need to contact a car service. The choice of transmission oil must be taken seriously, since the resource of the unit depends on it.
Lada Kalina is a compact budget hatchback, very modern and one of the most affordable in its segment. This model is characterized by advantages and disadvantages characteristic of B-class models. But at the same time, Lada Kalina has high maintainability, which is a definite advantage compared to more expensive foreign cars. In addition, one cannot fail to note the extensive dealer network and a large number of spare parts throughout the country. Based on this, it is not surprising that most Lada Kalina owners maintain the car themselves. In this case, the most common procedure is changing the oil in the gearbox. This important consumable must be selected wisely, because the reliability and service life of the gearbox depends on it. When dealing with transmission oil, you need to pay attention to the compatible parameters, the frequency of replacement, and also how much oil needs to be poured into the gearbox.
The official schedule for changing the oil in the Lada Kalina gearbox is 75 thousand kilometers, which is completely typical for the entire modern Lada model line. In some cases, more frequent replacement will be necessary.
For example, with the following “risk factors”:
- Frequent driving on bad and dusty roads, including off-road
- Operation in harsh climatic zones - with sudden changes in temperature (precipitation, cold snap - warming, dirt and slush, high humidity)
- Regular driving at cruising speeds, high engine speeds, engine overheating
- The driver makes mistakes when shifting gears, the transmission overheats
The above factors help to shorten the replacement interval, since the oil becomes unusable before the scheduled time. As a result, it turns out that the optimal frequency in such conditions is about 30 thousand kilometers. In any case, it is still advisable to regularly monitor the volume and condition of the oil.
Transmission oils recommended by AvtoVAZ
Experts recommend using oil with a viscosity of 70W80 to 80W85.
Manufacturers:
- Rosneft
- Shell
- Liqui Moly
- Lukoil
- Castrol
- Mobile
It is also worth mentioning that the ZIC has also succeeded in the production of transmission fluids and is gaining a lot of positive reviews.
The Lada Kalina car manufacturer recommends using the following brands of oil:
- Lukoil TM4 with viscosity grade: 75W-80, 75W-85, 75W-90, 80W-85 and 80W-90
- NOVOIL TRANS KP with viscosity class: 80W-85
- Rosneft KINETIC with viscosity grade: 80W-85
- TNK Trans KP with viscosity grade: 80W-85
- TNK Trans KP SUPER with viscosity class: 75W-90
- Trans KP-2 with viscosity class: 80W-85
- Shell Transaxle Oil 75W -90
The use of oil from TNK is justified in cases where the car has a low annual mileage (no more than 20 thousand kilometers).
Self-replacement of transmission fluid in the gearbox
If for some reason you cannot or do not want to carry out work at a service station , you can carry out this procedure yourself . To do this you will need the following tools :
- a wrench set to “17” (preferably a box-type one);
- funnel with a tube , which you can make yourself or purchase at the appropriate store. (no more than 50 cm in length);
- the transmission fluid itself ;
- containers for waste;
- jack - it will help if you need to flush the manual transmission.
The engine air filter should not interfere
The air filter box in Granta and Kalina-2 cars is secured with three rubber stops. It will not be difficult to dismantle them, but first you will need to disconnect all the connectors attached to the box from the outside. You will also need to remove the adsorber valve. And only then, without fear of damaging anything, the plastic box is taken to the side.
The cylinder to which the corrugation is attached is the mass air flow sensor module. This module has one connector. Disconnect it, and it is better to leave the clamp holding the corrugation in its original form.
The result of all the work done looks like this:
The filter box is simply folded back
The steps mentioned above are listed here in order:
- Disconnect the negative terminal of the battery;
- Disconnect the clip “1” that holds the power wire and disconnect the connector “2” of the mass air flow sensor (Fig. 1);
- Dismantle the canister purge valve. Disconnect the connector with the wires, then use a flat screwdriver to press the spring on the side and remove the module itself from the grooves (Fig. 2);
- All stops holding the box can be easily removed from the slots (Fig. 3).
The connector that needs to be disconnected in “step 2” will not be available in configurations with motor 21127.
Checking the oil level
We place the car on a pit or a lift.
- Open the hood .
- Remove the air filter.
- Find the gearbox housing the dipstick from it to check the oil level. To get to it, you will have to stick your hand between the battery and pipe , which goes down from the air filter.
- Clean the dipstick rod from oil, then put it back in place until it stops.
- Take out the dipstick and check the level; it should be in the middle of the Min and Max , which are located on the rod.
- If the level is normal, put the dipstick back and replace the air filter.
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The design of the Kalina-2 family of cars uses a cable gearbox, produced by AvtoVAZ since 2013. A feature of the manual transmission, designated as VAZ-2181, is the following: a diagnostic probe is not provided in its design. The inspection and diagnostic hole is located on the side and not on the top side of the crankcase, which will not add convenience when changing the oil. How to perform this operation, that is, how to replace the manual transmission fluid, is discussed further.
We drain the waste
Drive onto a pit or overpass and use the handbrake or using improvised means to secure your car in place and pre -warm the engine .
- We place a pre-prepared container under the drain hole, where the used oil will drain
- Take a 17 key and unscrew the drain plug
- Wait for the used oil to drain, this can take up to 40 minutes .
- Then tighten plug .
Note: if the used fluid is dark in color , it means it contains metal dust , sediment and other gearbox wear products. washing liquid into it . Then you need to jack up one of the drive wheels and start the engine by engaging first gear . Wait about 10 minutes, turn off the engine and drain the filled flushing fluid.
Filling with new oil
- Remove the dipstick , since you will be pouring oil through the hole for the level indicator.
- Take a pre-prepared funnel and insert one end into the box.
- Fill in about three liters of gearbox oil. At the same time, check the oil level on the dipstick; it should be between the min and max marks.
Now you need to drive 10-15 kilometers and look at the oil level indicator . If necessary, add the required amount of liquid.
