Changing the oil in the VAZ 2114 engine

VAZ 2114 belongs to the category of especially durable hatchbacks of domestic production. This relatively unpretentious car fully complies with the conditions of Russian roads. However, in order for a vehicle to serve for many years, it is necessary to monitor the condition of its individual parts, assemblies and mechanisms. In particular, the car owner should protect the VAZ 2114 engine from overheating and unnecessary friction of the mechanism parts during its operation. For these purposes, engine lubricant is regularly updated.

But when do you need to change the oil in a VAZ 2114 engine? How to choose the right technical fluid for these purposes? What brands of lubricants are most suitable for the VAZ 2114? How is used lubricant drained from the vehicle system? How to properly fill oil into a VAZ 2114 engine yourself? What is the difference between the procedure for updating technical fluid in a VAZ 2115 engine? What can happen to a vehicle if the engine lubricant is not replaced in a timely manner?

You can find answers to each of these questions in the current article.

When should you change your oil?

According to the regulations for changing the oil in the VAZ 2114 engine, the first update of the engine lubricant must be carried out no earlier than after 1 year of operation. Further, the technical fluid should be changed at least once every 10,000 - 15,000 kilometers, which is equivalent to 12 months. However, experienced owners of VAZ 2114 cars are of the opinion that the frequency of replacement does not depend on the warranty period, but on the following factors:

Weather conditions in the area where the vehicle is traveling. At high external temperatures, motor lubricant is consumed faster;
Landscape features of the area. A factor in the rapid consumption of oil in the VAZ 2114 engine is the high hilliness of the territory;
The quality of the motor lubricant used, as well as the period of its operation and the level of viscosity of the liquid;
The driving style followed by the vehicle owner;
The technical condition of individual elements of the VAZ 2114 engine mechanism.

for an urgent replacement of engine oil in the VAZ 2114 engine :

An unpleasant burning smell appears (smell of soot or tar);
During active driving, pronounced tremors and vibrations are felt;
When starting the engine, extraneous mechanical noise appears;
The behavior of the VAZ 2114 while driving is greatly deteriorated, problems with shifting gears and the operation of the engine itself are possible;
Upon closer inspection, foreign inclusions and pieces of metal are found in the oil;
The color and consistency of the technical fluid used has changed. The color became more rusty, while the engine oil lost its uniformity and thickened thoroughly.

It is not difficult to check the quality of VAZ 2114 engine elements used for lubrication. To do this, it is enough to compare a few drops of the lubricant used with the corresponding amount of technical fluid of the same brand. In the future, there will be no need for this procedure - an experienced driver is able to determine the quality of motor oil by changing the behavior of the vehicle on the road.

Checking the oil with a dipstick

Malfunctions and problems with the control of the VAZ 2114 can arise not only due to poor quality, but also due to a decrease in the amount of technical fluid in the engine.

The reasons for a decrease in the volume of lubricant may be:

Leak caused by a traffic accident;
Factory defects or wear of individual elements of the VAZ 2114 engine;
Long-term use of used motor oil.

You can check the level of engine lubrication using a part that is equipped with most foreign or domestic cars - a dipstick. This part is located in the control hole in the engine compartment of the car, and, as a rule, has a tip in the form of a yellow or orange ring. In order to check the oil using a dipstick, the car owner should:

Pull out the meter and wipe off any remaining oil;
Place the dipstick back into the technical fluid being used;
Pull out the part and inspect its measuring scale.

A normal indicator of the amount of lubricating substance is its variation between o and “MAX”. If the fluid level is equal to or below the minimum mark, it is necessary to urgently add the missing amount of engine oil.

Oil change intervals

The frequency of oil changes directly depends not only on the total mileage, but also on the condition of the car. So, if the car is completely new, then the first replacement should be done after a run of 3,000 km (at this time, units and parts are still being run-in, as a result of which a larger than usual amount of metal particles is formed).

It is recommended to perform the second oil change on a new car after another 6,000 km (that is, after 9,000 km of total mileage).

The third, and all subsequent replacements, can be performed every 15,000 km (with intense loads on the engine, for example, with a sporty driving style, or oil of not the best quality - every 10,000 km).

Oil filler neck

If the car was purchased secondhand, then it is recommended to change the oil immediately, regardless of the assurances of the previous owner. This is due to the fact that it is impossible to determine “by eye” how long ago it was replaced with great accuracy, and operating a car with old oil is highly not recommended due to the possible consequences for the engine.

It should also be noted that the oil should be changed depending on the season.

So, they distinguish:

summer;
all-season;
winter.

Popular brands of oil for VAZ 2114

Moreover, each of them is divided according to the extreme permissible temperature indicators (all of them are indicated directly on the canister, and it is they who are recommended to be guided by when buying oil for use in a particular region).

All-season oil can be used only in southern and middle latitudes, and in the latter only in the absence of severe frosts (for most such oils - not lower than -20 C). The use of this (and, especially, summer) oil at extremely low temperatures can cause its excessive thickening and, as a result, damage to moving units.

What kind of oil should I use?

Properly selected motor lubricant is the key to long-term operation of the VAZ 2114. But how to choose the right oil for the engine of this vehicle? When choosing a lubricant for the VAZ 2114, it is recommended to pay attention to the following characteristics:

Viscosity of technical fluid (depending on the time of year);
Quality of motor lubrication. When purchasing oil for a VAZ engine from a reputable manufacturer, you should beware of counterfeits;
Suitability of a certain brand of technical substance for use as a lubricant for the VAZ 2114 engine.

Viscosity scale of motor oils depending on the time of year.
The following brands of lubricants are recommended as motor oil for the engine of the vehicle in question:

Mobil 1, Super S and Synt S;
Lukoil;
Nordis Premier Ultra;
TNK Magnum and TNK Super;
Mannol Elite Extreme Classic;
Shell Helix, Super. Plus. Ultra, Extra.

Experienced VAZ 2114 owners recommend using the following types of oils:

Shell Helix;
Mobil 10W40;
ZIC 5W30.

It is important to consider that unsuitable technical fluid will not only not provide the vehicle engine parts with the necessary lubrication, but may also contribute to their damage. Therefore, the choice of lubricant for a personal car should be approached responsibly.

Stages of changing the oil in a VAZ 2114 engine

Before starting the procedure for changing the oil in a VAZ 2114 engine (8 valves), the car owner should prepare the necessary tools, namely:

For working with plugs - sets of screwdrivers and wrenches;
To drain the recyclable material - a bucket, basin, canister or other container with a capacity of at least 7 liters;
For replacement - oil filter, gasket, fastening ring (if necessary);
To fill in new oil, use a filling syringe, funnel, hose or watering can;
To wipe parts from oil residues, use clean rags or specialized towels;
For your own safety, wear construction gloves made of thick material.

The vehicle itself is located on an overpass or above a garage pit. But how is the outdated lubricant drained and how to fill in new oil? The sequence of actions of the car enthusiast is indicated in the following step-by-step instructions:

Start the VAZ 2114 engine for a few minutes to warm up the oil. This should be done, as heated liquid flows out faster;
Turn off the engine and place a disposal container under the engine drain;
Unscrew the filler plug (you will need a 17 key);
Unscrew the drain plug and allow the waste substance to flow freely into the prepared container;
Remove the oil filter, which is located at the rear of the vehicle's engine system (on the passenger side);
Replace the gasket;
Pour a little engine oil into the new filter element and install it;
Tighten the drain plug and pour fresh technical fluid into the VAZ 2114 engine;
Close the filling hole;
Start the engine to flush out any excess air that has entered the system.

After the described procedures, you should check the level of the filled liquid, since in most cases it decreases significantly during the run. The check is carried out using a dipstick, and if there is not enough oil, it must be added.

Changing the oil in the VAZ 2115 engine

Changing the oil in a VAZ 2115 engine with your own hands is done in the same way as in the 2114 model. Thus, the owner of such a vehicle, if it is necessary to update the lubricant, can be guided by the instructions presented above for changing technical fluid. Individual features of the choice of oil, depending on the factory characteristics of the vehicle, are prescribed in the operating manual for each specific vehicle.

How to choose an oil filter

Replacing the VAZ 2110 oil filter is needed when only after about three seconds, after the engine is started, the oil pressure light goes out. This happens due to the fact that the valve does not hold, but dumps oil into the pan overnight. When choosing a new filter, when you need to replace the oil filter on a VAZ 2110, you need to pay attention to:

Filter housing and its cover. The element seal must be elastic, and its body parts must have high strength.
Manufacturer's brand. Preference should be given to devices that are popular and have positive reviews.
Data on quality certificates. It is better if the filter complies with the ISO system (international quality standard).
For an oil filter for a VAZ 2110 car, the price is approximately 150 rubles.

Replacing the VAZ 2109 oil filter is quite simple. The instructions for the car indicate where the filter should be installed. You can try to unscrew it by hand, if that doesn’t work, pierce the oil filter with a screwdriver and the resulting lever can easily be unscrewed and removed. On a VAZ 2107, replacing the oil filter is carried out without changing the oil. When changing an element, a small amount of oil leaks out, so after installing a new product, it is necessary to add engine oil to the required level.

Replacing the VAZ 2114 oil filter

Changing the oil and oil filter of VAZ cars

Changing the VAZ oil and filters is necessary after some mileage of the car and the period of its use in the car, the magnitude of which is influenced by several factors, and the need for work is signaled by the dark color of the lubricating fluid, which indicates inclusions of combustion products and mechanical wear. The period that determines the need to change the oil and filter of a VAZ 2110 depends on:

Year of manufacture of the car, serviceability of the main units.
How often is the car driven?
The manner in which a car is driven.
Season of use of transport, summer or winter.
Quality of lubricating fluid used in cars.
Quality of the fuel being poured.
Synthetic. It has the best protective properties, but also the highest cost. A car can travel more than 8,000 kilometers without replacing it.
Mineral. It has high viscosity and is the cheapest. The car's mileage before an oil change is only 4,000 kilometers.
Semi-synthetic. The most popular among car enthusiasts. It has good protective properties, you can quickly warm up the engine in the cold season, low viscosity. The car's mileage is 6,000 kilometers.

Types of lubricating fluid for cars

Procedure for changing oil and filter:

Tip: Drain the oil when the engine is well warmed up.

The car is placed on a viewing hole or lift.
The plug from the filler neck is unscrewed, which will prevent the formation of a vacuum in the engine and ensure good drainage of oil.
Place a container under the drain hole.

Consequences of untimely replacement

The actual oil change interval in the VAZ 2114 engine depends on the condition of the vehicle and the quality of the technical fluid used. However, if the lubricant in the vehicle system is not regularly updated, the mechanism will wear out and become unusable.

Possible car breakdowns due to untimely oil changes in the VAZ 2114 engine are listed below:

Failure of system components due to overheating or excessive friction;
Displacement of connecting rod bearings;
Problems in the operation of the turbocharger and damage to individual parts of the mechanism;
Emergency condition of the vehicle cooling system.

Each of the listed system breakdowns requires full repair at a Technical Service Station. The more serious the breakdown, the more expensive and time-consuming the repair work. To avoid significant expenses and premature decommissioning of the vehicle, it is recommended to regularly update the motor lubricant in the vehicle’s engine system.

Purpose of the oil filter

The correct operation of the engine depends on the condition of its components: pistons, rings, bearings, and so on. The lubrication system allows you to extend their service life by pumping oil to all elements, this is done using an oil pump.

During the interaction of parts with each other, as a result of friction, tiny metal shavings and dust are produced. As a result, the oil turns into an abrasive, which, on the contrary, contributes to wear of the elements. Passing through the filter, all foreign substances are screened out and deposited in it . In this way, the oil in the car engine lubrication system is cleaned.

Healthy! By passing oil through itself, the VAZ-2114 filter retains about 95% of foreign particles from the total volume.

What do you need to know when buying a new filter for a VAZ-2114?

Oil filters in bulk

It is recommended to buy any parts for a car only in trusted stores that do not have negative reviews. Recently, cases of counterfeit parts, the quality of which leaves much to be desired, have become more frequent.

Therefore, if you still have to purchase a filter from an unfamiliar seller, it is recommended to pay attention to the following details:

Poorly packaged goods , as well as the presence of spelling errors on the packaging, confirm that it is counterfeit;
The rubber seal on the filter must be elastic and the base of the housing must be strong;
The side rubber ring must have specific stripes ;
The thread on the original filter should be smooth and smooth without any irregularities or torn spots;
The filler holes must not have a burr ;
The junction of the circle with the paper must be glued neatly, without adhesive streaks or stains .

The original oil filter on the VAZ-2114 is very often counterfeited. Be careful when purchasing!

Healthy! An oil filter can only be truly tested for quality in a special laboratory. Therefore, when choosing, you need to be extremely careful and careful.

A little about the manufacturers

One of the most well-proven filters is MANN

Regardless of which oil filter for the VAZ-2114 is best suited: domestically produced or imported, you need to know the following.

For some reason, products produced by world leaders in this area are somewhat cheaper than in the EU countries.

Maybe this is due to the fact that the products sent to Russia are not of the “highest quality”? The one that could not enter European markets.

One can assume that in this way the manufacturer is trying to maintain the price range for countries with weak economies and low living wages, which, unfortunately, includes the Russian Federation. This is also evidenced by the careless markings on the products, although they are considered “original”.