Which oil for the Chevrolet Niva gearbox should you choose?
The Chevrolet Niva is an all-wheel drive vehicle. Properly selected oil for the transfer case, as well as all axles of an SUV, guarantees long-term operation of all vehicle transmission mechanisms. Oil helps reduce friction, which means the period of wear of parts increases significantly. The table below shows the characteristics of filling fluids for the Chevrolet Niva, taken from operating instructions
When choosing transmission oil for a Chevrolet Niva SUV, you should follow the recommendations of the vehicle manufacturer. It is better to purchase gear oil in special auto stores. It is best to give preference to proven, well-known brands. It is important to pay attention when buying oil for what period of the year it is intended. There are oils for summer, winter, and all seasonal. Worth remembering! If the vehicle was purchased with mileage, then it is necessary to check the oil level.
It would also be a good idea to change all the oils.
Malfunctions
Problems with the gearbox can be identified by several signs. The most common ones are:
- transmission noise
- Difficulty shifting gears
- spontaneous shutdown
- oil leaks on the body
Also on restyled models, a knock appears in the transmission after 5-10 thousand kilometers. In this case, it is necessary to pay attention to the conditions under which the knocking appears.
In rare cases, the link fails. This is the unit that is responsible for the interaction between the transmission and the rod. There are 3 main signs that the malfunction is associated with this particular unit:
- Large lever play
- Problems when selecting gear
- Inability to adjust the mechanism
All problems arising with the transmission require immediate elimination, since this directly affects not only the serviceability of the vehicle but also traffic safety.
Chevrolet Niva filling volumes
The first question before changing the oil in the Niva transmission is how much oil should be poured? The answer to this question will be a table of car refueling volumes. Here you should pay attention to the volume of oil in the gearbox housing, in the transfer case and in the rear and front axle housings. In total you will need 4.84 liters, so you can safely take a 5 liter canister of oil.
What kind of oil should I pour into the Chevrolet Niva transmission?
The choice of oil for the transmission of a Chevrolet Niva car is carried out on the principle of inadmissibility of mixing oils whose compositions are different. Regarding the viscosity characteristics of oils, it is better to give preference to the use of the following oils:
- 75w-90;
- 80w-85;
- 80w-90.
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Oils intended for transfer case in an SUV are designated by the API GL-4 index. To replace, you will need a small amount of oil: approximately 0.8 liters. When you first fill the Niva transfer case with oil, you should remember how much oil is used. This will allow subsequent oil changes to be carried out without difficulty.
Based on the experience of auto repairmen and car enthusiasts, good transmission oil for Chevrolet Niva is produced by the following manufacturers:
- Gazpromneft: G-Box GL-4/GL-5 75W-90, G-Box GL-5 75W-90;
- Lukoil: TM-4 75w-90, TM-5 75w-90;
- Shell: Spirax S4 G 75W-90 (Getriebeoil EP), Spirax S5 ATE 75W-90 (Transaxle Oil), Spirax S6 AXME (Spirax ASX);
- Castrol: Syntrax Universal Plus 75W-90, Syntrans Transaxle 75W-90, Syntrans Multivehicle 75W-90;
- TNK: Trans KP Super 75W-90, Trans Gipoid Super 75W-90;
- ExxonMobil: Mobilube 1 SHC 75W-90
Windshield and brake fluid reservoir
Another filling capacity of the Chevrolet Niva is two glass washer reservoirs, the capacity of which is five and two liters.
This model has two independent braking systems. The working one has a hydraulic drive, the parking one has a mechanical drive. The contours are separated from each other.
The hydraulic drive includes a special tank made for brake fluid. Recommended fluids for pouring into other containers and for lubricating joints:
- DOT-4 brake fluid is suitable for half-liter hydraulic brakes. The product has improved characteristics and has a boiling point of over 235 degrees. Well suited for regions with low ambient temperatures;
- SAEJ1703, FMSS116 are used for the entire hydraulic system and clutch release (0.15 l). The synthetic product provides good lubrication and reduces oxidation at high temperatures;
- tank lid hatch hinges, door and hood locks require VTV-1, FIOL-1 greases. Hinges of steering rods and cardan shafts - ShRB-4, Litin 2, Esma;
- The air conditioner also has two containers. One of them is for oil (0.22 l), the other is for refrigerant (0.650 kg).
Chevrolet Niva reservoirs for refilling liquids and lubricants are quite reliable and convenient when you need to make a replacement.
Various tags and sensors make it possible to carry out control almost immediately, which allows you to avoid an emergency situation.
Changing the oil in a Chevrolet Niva gearbox
To change the oil in a Chevrolet Niva gearbox, you will need the following tools:
- steel hex key 12;
- wrench 17;
- container for draining used lubricant.
The sequence of actions for changing the oil in the Niva gearbox is as follows:
- Place the car over an inspection hole or drive it onto an overpass for ease of work. Before draining the old transmission oil, it is necessary to warm up the engine . This is necessary in order to drain the oil from the box as much as possible and without residue.
- Lower yourself into the inspection hole and place a container under the drain hole, taking into account the bend of the exiting stream. It is convenient to use a funnel.
- Clean the locations of the filler and drain plugs on the gearbox, as shown in the photo above.
- First, it is better to unscrew the filler plug, and then the drain plug using a hexagon.
- Now you need to wait until all the used oil has drained to the last drop.
- The drain plug has a special magnet to which all metal shavings are attracted. If there are steel particles on the plug, they must be removed. And another important point from a diagnostic point of view - the more of these particles are present on the cover, the less the gearbox will last.
- When the old used oil is glass, you need to screw in the drain plug and start flushing the crankcase. To do this, you need to fill in about 1 liter of special flushing fluid and let the car run for 2-3 minutes. In this case, you need to turn on neutral in the transfer case and change gears with the clutch.
- Next, the flushing liquid is drained in the same way and new oil is poured in its place in the required volume.
- After filling the oil, you need to check its level on a level surface and start the engine. to let the engine run in first gear for 2-5 minutes After this, the oil level is checked and if it has dropped, then you need to add a little more.
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Fuel tank characteristics
The fuel tank of this model has almost sixty liters, or more precisely 58. On average, per hundred kilometers you have to spend 8-9 liters of AI-95, Premium-95 or AI-92 gasoline. Features of the fuel container:
- the tank is located directly under the rear seat;
- in the upper part there is a small hatch under which the fuel pump is installed;
- The sensor will help determine the level of fuel fluid and the amount of gasoline.
There are other Chevrolet Niva filling tanks , many of which are included in various systems.
Changing the oil in the transfer case of a Chevrolet Niva
As for this car model, the oil needs to be changed every 50-80 thousand kilometers . As soon as the car has traveled more than 120 thousand kilometers, the oil should be changed every 45 thousand kilometers. For information! The vehicle operating instructions contain information on the frequency of oil changes, which every car owner must follow. But it would be better if the oil change procedure is carried out a little more often. This is due to the fact that car oil accumulates dust and dirt, which over time leads to contamination of vehicle traffic mechanisms. This is why many car owners advise changing oils more often than indicated in the instructions. To ensure that the oil can be drained without problems, you should start replacing it after the trip. On the way, the oil has time to heat up, thereby taking on a more liquid consistency. Changing the oil in the transfer case is not as difficult as it seems at first glance. To replace it, you need to drive the vehicle into an inspection hole, or raise the car on a lift. You will need a container designed to drain the oil, as well as a rag to remove all smudges. Do not forget about the hex wrench (size 12), and you also need to have a refill syringe .
Draining and filling oil into the Chevrolet Niva transfer case
1. First of all, unscrew the drain plug. Then the oil is poured into the prepared container. 2. The old oil is checked for metal shavings. It is also worth paying attention to the built-in magnet - inspect it. 3. Impurities and dirt on the stopper should be cleaned. Afterwards the plug should be screwed back on. 4. The filler hole has a screw-on plug; it must be unscrewed. 5. Transmission oil is poured through a filling syringe. The ventilation valve is inspected and cleaned . 7. It is necessary to remember or note in a notepad the mileage that was on the car at the time of the oil change.
More details about changing the oil in the Niva transfer case are shown in the good video below.
Carrying out work
- Unscrew the drain plug and wait until the lubricant drains completely.
- Check whether there are any foreign components in the drained lubricant.
- Wipe off any residue from the filler hole. Reinstall the plug.
- Unscrew the filler plug.
- Use a syringe to fill in the required amount of lubricant.
- If necessary, check the breather and clean it.
- Be sure to record the mileage so as not to miss changing the consumable fluid in the future.
Changing the oil in the axles of a Chevrolet Niva SUV
For this procedure, it is recommended to follow vehicle maintenance, as well as the rules for repairing an SUV. Oil changes in vehicle axles should occur every 40 thousand kilometers (applies to cases of Niva operation under normal conditions ). If the car is operated in more difficult conditions, then the oil should be changed much earlier.
Preparation for changing the oil in Chevrolet Niva axles
Changing the oil in a vehicle's axles is identical to the procedure for changing the fluid in the transfer case. You should drive the SUV onto a viewing hole or onto a lift. The volume of oil required is the same as for the transmission. Before changing the oil, you should warm up the Niva. Next, you will need a 12-mm hex key, a 17-mm socket with a knob, a container for draining the used oil, and a rag. You should also make sure you have a refill syringe.
Stages of oil change in Chevrolet Niva axles
1. Unscrew the drain plug. 2. The bolt magnet is inspected to determine whether there are chips on it. If there are no chips, the bolt is screwed back in. 3. The used oil is drained into a prepared container. 4. The drain plug is screwed on and tightened - this procedure applies to the rear axle. 5. The filler plug is unscrewed. 6. Using a filling syringe , add oil in the required volume. 7. The filler plug is screwed in and tightened - again we are talking about the rear axle.
Changing the oil in the front axle of a Chevrolet Niva is shown in more detail in the video.
For details on changing the oil in the rear axle of a Chevrolet Niva, watch the video.
even an inexperienced driver can change the oil in Niva on his own if he follows all the necessary recommendations and the above. If you have any questions about changing the oil in the Niva transmission, ask them in the comments - our specialists will answer them.
