How to change the oil in the gearbox of a Lada Largus with your own hands: photo, video

The Lada Largus car enjoys well-deserved popularity in Russia and abroad. This is a universal machine with good technical characteristics, spaciousness and fairly reliable components. To maintain the car in optimal condition, during operation you should follow some rules and recommendations and change consumables on time. One of these mandatory tasks is changing the oil in the gearbox.

When doing a partial oil change, it is important to add the same amount.

According to the plant's recommendations, the gearbox oil should not be changed until the substance has completely exhausted its resource. But sometimes the situation requires intervention at the checkpoint before this date. This is usually due to the need to change the oil due to premature wear of the gearbox, or during the process of repairing the gearbox.

Checking the level and topping up

Before changing or adding lubricant, you should check the oil level in the box. This is not as difficult to do as many may think. If you have minimal experience and skills, you can easily cope with the task with your own hands. In the case of a Lada Largus car, for work you will need to take:

a syringe that will be used to add the missing liquid;
rags;
an empty container for several liters;
key square for 8;
oil similar to what is in the box.

Special syringes are used, available in auto parts stores. Do not confuse them with medical syringes, which are not suitable for such purposes. Special topping and filling tools have a hose that allows easy access to the filler neck. When everything is ready, you can begin to assess the amount of oil in the box and add the missing amount of lubricating fluid to the Largus gearbox.

The work is carried out according to the following algorithm of actions:

Remove the engine protection. People often call it the central mudguard. The essence does not change from the name. Find the filler plug, which can often be easily unscrewed with a square wrench. Before opening the cap, place an empty prepared container under it to avoid spilled puddles of oil. According to the standards, the level should be located slightly below the filler hole. If it is less, then you will need to add the missing amount of gear lubricant. A syringe pre-filled with oil is inserted into the filler neck. Gradually pour in the viscous liquid. At some point, lubricant will begin to flow through the hole.

Wait until it stops running completely, then wipe everything with a rag and screw the plug back into place. During the process of checking and topping up, pay attention to the condition of the rubber O-ring on the plug. If the machine is used for a long time and actively, the ring may wear out

It is better to replace it immediately, since a worn seal will break the seal and the oil will gradually leak out. Such a ring costs about 5 - 10 rubles, so serious expenses for such repairs will not be required.

If you did everything correctly, the oil is not leaking anywhere and the gearbox is functioning normally, then the transmission fluid level is sufficient and you can continue to operate your car.

Technical characteristics of Lada Largus

In technical terms, the station wagon has a decent chassis with a McPherson front suspension with wishbones and an anti-roll bar. At the rear there is an H-shaped beam on trailing arms. There are ventilated disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear with optional ABS.

Powertrains of the Lada Largus include two 1.6-liter petrol options from Renault:

1. Motor K7M 710 with 84 hp;
2. Engine K4M 697 with a power of 102 hp.

The station wagon equipment is complemented by:

power steering;
three-point seat belts;
front electric windows;
front and side airbags;
Isofix child car seat fastening system.

What original oil is poured into the Lada Largus engine

Original oils supplied by the Rosneft plant have an optimal ratio of additives and an adequate price. Original lubricants from Rosneft:

Lada Professional 5 W40;
Lada Ultra 5 W40.

AvtoVAZ poured the following oils into the vehicle engine:

Shell Helix HX7 5W 40;
Lukoil Lux 5 W 30.

Attention! Experienced mechanics recommend changing the lubricant in the power unit after 7,000 kilometers. Since the cleaning properties of modern lubricants begin to decrease after 5,000 kilometers. Together with the engine oil, the filter devices in the engine are changed from the factory.

Step-by-step instruction

Changing the oil in the box is carried out on a well-warm-up car.

Important! The temperature of the transmission fluid in the box of the Lada Largus should be 60 degrees. Determined by a special device - a scanner

If this is not the case, the car warms up to the operating temperature of the internal combustion engine. The gearbox lubricant temperature will correspond to 60 degrees. This will facilitate good oil drainage. Fig 3

It is determined by a special device - a scanner. If this is not the case, the car warms up to the operating temperature of the internal combustion engine. The gearbox lubricant temperature will correspond to 60 degrees. This will facilitate good oil drainage. Fig 3

For access and convenience, we drive the car onto an overpass or inspection hole.
Apply the parking brake.
We turn on the transmission.
We go down into the inspection hole and remove the engine protection. Six 10mm bolts.
Unscrew the plastic filler plug by hand. Using a special four-sided wrench, remove the drain plug.
Drain the oil into the prepared container. If there were no leaks, we get approximately 2.5-2.8 liters of waste. The full volume of 3.1 liters cannot be drained due to the design features of the upper row of gears.
We replace the sealing washer with a new copper or aluminum one.
We wipe the drain neck with a rag and screw the clean plug back on. Tighten with a force of 30 Hm. We use a torque wrench. If there is no key, tighten the wrench tightly enough to avoid possible oil leaks. But not too much, so as not to spoil the edges and break the thread.
Using a syringe, fill in new transmission fluid through the filler hole. If you don’t have a syringe, take a hose with an outer diameter of no more than 16 mm and a funnel. Open the hood of the car and, through the top, insert the hose into the filler neck.
Fill with oil until grease flows out of the same hole. The filler hole is also a control hole. The lower level, which is the norm. Before tightening the filler plug, inspect the sealing rubber for integrity.
If necessary, to eliminate smudges, replace the rubber band or plug assembly with a new one. We start the car for a few minutes. Then we inspect the gearbox for oil leaks.
Reinstall the engine protection.
To carry out work on replacing the gearbox lubricant of a Lada Largus car, you can turn to professionals or do the work yourself.

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The joint production of AvtoVAZ and Renault equipped Lada Largus cars with five-speed gearboxes. Depending on the configuration, gearboxes marked JR5 and JH3 are installed.

On more common versions with a 1.6-liter 8-valve engine and a 1.6-liter 16-valve engine, a JH3 manual transmission is installed.

The maintenance regulations do not provide for changing the oil in the Lada Largus gearbox. Although cars are adapted for harsh operating conditions, it is recommended to carry out lubricant diagnostics every 15,000 km.

This is done using a visual inspection. It is enough to unscrew the filler plug at the end of the box closer to the cooling radiator.

Oil change video

Are you the owner of Lada Largus? Well, that’s great, because although this model appeared on the market relatively recently, it has already proven itself to be the best, especially in terms of transporting small cargo when running a small business or for family trips. However, as you know, in order for your car to serve you for a long time and reliably, you need careful care.

In any car, the gearbox is one of the leading units, and a lot depends on whether the oil in the gearbox is changed on time. At the same time, every time you need to change the oil, contacting a qualified service or service station will be very expensive for you, since it implies large financial costs. Therefore, it will be much more profitable for you to change the oil yourself. First of all, you need to periodically check the oil level in the gearbox, but at least once every 15,000 km. True, sometimes there are cases when such a check should be done more often; one of such cases may be the case when, in the case of repairing a gearbox, it was necessary to switch to oil of a different viscosity; in addition, there are other cases. For Largus, it is recommended to fill the gearbox with TRANSELF TRJ 75W-80 oil.

Your attention should be focused on the fact that, both for the JR5 type gearbox and the JHZ type gearbox, the oil change is carried out in a similar way. Insufficient oil level in the gearbox may result in insufficient clarity of gear shifting, extraneous noise, etc.

To change the oil in the Lada Largus gearbox you will need: an 8 mm square wrench, a syringe for filling transmission units

In order to change the oil, you need to loosen the drain plug. Next, unscrew the plug and drain the oil into a container. The seal on the plug is a copper washer; if the washer is too compressed, you should replace it. If you do not have a square wrench to unscrew the plug, you can sharpen the M10 bolt. After this, you need to unscrew the plug and add oil.

To change the oil in the Lada Largus gearbox, you will need: an 8 mm square wrench and a syringe for filling transmission units. In order to change the oil, you need to loosen the drain plug. Next, unscrew the plug and drain the oil into a container. The seal on the plug is a copper washer; if the washer is too compressed, you should replace it. If you do not have a square wrench to unscrew the plug, you can sharpen the M10 bolt. After this, you need to unscrew the plug and add oil.

According to the manufacturer's instructions, Largus engine oil must be changed every 15 thousand km. Depending on operating conditions, more frequent changes are possible (every 7-8 thousand km). The filter also needs to be changed.

The Lada Largus is available with two types of engine models: 8-valve K7M and 16-valve K4M. The volume of motor lubricant to be filled for different models is 3.3 liters and 4.8 liters, respectively.

The choice of motor fluid must be approached responsibly. The operation of the internal combustion engine directly depends on this consumable. The factory initially fills it with ELF SOLARIS RNX 5W-30. Also, the recommended oils have API class SL, SM, SN. Experts also suggest using ACEA quality class A1/ A2/ A3/ A5. The viscosity level also matters. According to the SAE classification, we choose 5W30.5W40, 0W30, 0W40. It all depends on the climate of the area.

How to choose oil?

Lada Largus models leave the factory assembly line with oil filled inside the transmission unit. Its viscosity-temperature characteristics imply compliance with the values of “75 W80”, and the brand is “Tranself TRJ” from. Factory regulations prescribe the need to check the lubrication level in the transmission after a periodic mileage of 15 thousand km. If there is a need to top up, this action should only be performed using the specified lubricant.

Changing the oil in the gearbox involves almost 100 percent draining of the used substance and filling the unit with new oil.

Changing engine oil of a different brand

If you decide to change the brand of oil, flush the lubrication system with flushing oil or oil of the brand that will be used. To do this, after draining the old oil, fill in new oil to the bottom mark of the oil dipstick. Start the engine and let it idle for 10 minutes. Drain the oil and only then replace the oil filter. Now you can fill in new oil up to the top mark on the dipstick.

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Characteristics of gearboxes in different modifications of Lada Largus

The above models of gearboxes have various modifications designed for installation on certain machines. For example, the JR5 517 gearbox is installed on a van with K4M and K7M engines. The JR5 549 is combined with the K4M engine in both a five- and seven-seat van. The JR5 551 gearbox works with the eight-valve engine on the station wagon, and the JH3 540 modification is usually installed in the five-seater Largus with an eight-valve engine.

Both gearbox models are made of an aluminum alloy housing, in which are mounted:

differential;
final drive gear;
clutch housing.

Inside the Lada Largus gearbox housing there is a primary shaft with a set of drive gears and a secondary shaft with driven gears located next to it. To ensure coordinated operation of the primary and secondary shafts, synchronization rings are installed on them. The difference between the variations of speed boxes lies in the gear ratios between the primary and secondary shafts. The difference between the JH3 and JR5 models is the design of the clutch and gear shift control.

The clutch on the JH3 unit is controlled via a cable connected to the clutch pedal, and gear shifting in the box occurs via a rod connected to the gearshift knob.

In the JR5 model, the transmission of force to the release bearing is carried out by a hydraulic system, which includes the main and working cylinders. The gearbox is controlled by two cables connected to the gear shift knob. At the same time, the cables are not interchangeable; each of them has its own functional purpose.

Before deciding on the purchase of a gearbox, it is necessary to evaluate the features of the automatic and manual transmission. A car with an automatic transmission has a number of advantages over a manual transmission, but it also has undeniable disadvantages.

Advantages and disadvantages of automatic transmission Lada Largus

Advantages	Flaws
Excellent handling	Expensive repairs
Good acceleration dynamics	Frequent malfunctions
Multiple speed shift modes	High price
Ease of driving in urban environments	Inability to start the car when the battery charge is low (from a pusher)

Therefore, before buying a Lada Largus with automatic transmission, you should weigh the pros and cons. In particular, it is necessary to understand in what conditions the car will be used most often.

Checking the oil level

Checking the level of the substance in the transmission occurs in several stages. For this purpose, the car has a special plastic probe. This unit has special marks that show the current fluid level. This part is located on the body in the engine compartment. To check the oil level of the Largus transmission, you need to open the hood and remove this dipstick. After this, you need to wipe with a dry cloth, insert and remove again. The level of the substance at the dipstick mark will correspond to the actual level. If this indicator drops critically, it is necessary to top up the product to the optimal value and inspect the box for any faults.

When to change the oil in the box of Lada Largus

Lada Largus is a redesigned station wagon from the French-Romanian company Dacia, built on the B0 platform. The car has already proven itself on the positive side as reliable and unpretentious in maintenance. It has two engine options with 8 and 16 valves. In Russia it is presented with a 5-speed manual gearbox made in France. Regarding the gearbox, this car also does not cause any particular complaints - the service life of the unit declared by the manufacturer is 200 thousand km, however, there are cases where the unit has been maintained for long distances without major repairs or replacement. To extend the life of the unit, avoid breakdowns and maintain correct operation, it is necessary to regularly change the transmission.

In this matter, the manufacturer previously held the opinion that there was no need for such a change at all, since the oil filled at the factory was designed for the entire service life of the unit. However, in 2014, recommendations regarding the procedure for changing the fluid were received by the owners. Such an interval was determined only once at 140 thousand kilometers, while the timing without taking into account mileage was not indicated at all. Taking into account the indicated mileage, this procedure does not fall under the mileage warranty period and, accordingly, in financial matters falls entirely on the consumer.

Moreover, prior to the release of these recommendations, experienced drivers, both previously and currently, have their own schedule for such replacement. Most often they rely on a mileage of 60-70 thousand km or once every 4 years, regardless of mileage. Also, when changing the transmission, the oil filter is also replaced.

Lada Largus - transmission features

LADA Largus has good load capacity and attracts attention with its technical characteristics. Vehicles are equipped with the following types of manual transmissions:

The peculiarity of “mechanics” is that it allows you to easily control the machine. These transmission options are reliable and provide high efficiency. They are similar in design, differing in clutch release units. The average resource of “mechanics” is 250,000 km. If you undergo maintenance in a timely manner, change the oil in the gearbox, and adhere to a measured driving style, the service life can exceed 400,000 km.

Oil change intervals

Unlike an automatic transmission, in which ATF plays the role of a working fluid, in a manual transmission the oil serves to remove heat and reduce wear on rubbing pairs. But even in this mode of operation, irreversible chemical and physical processes occur; the oil is filled with a suspension of wear products from rubbing metal surfaces. Such negative factors reduce the life of synchronizers and gears. Therefore, it is still necessary to change the oil in manual transmissions, despite Renault service recommendations.

We recommend making the first replacement at 60 thousand km. During the first tens of thousands of kilometers of a vehicle's run, parts are worn in inside the gearbox. After the break-in period, the amount of wear products in the oil decreases, so the interval between subsequent replacements can be increased to 80-100 thousand km.

How to fill oil in a Lada Largus gearbox

The procedure for changing the transmission does not seem technologically complex. With certain skills, as well as a lift and a set of keys, almost any car enthusiast can do it. However, official services are also willing to take on this work. Given the long change intervals, in addition to lubricants, it is necessary to purchase an original oil filter. In addition, depending on the type of replacement, this procedure can last from half an hour to 2 hours.

Complete oil change in the box of Lada Largus

A complete fluid change involves a procedure with several stages, during which the used fluid is completely replaced with a new one:

The unit body is checked for leaks and fogging, and the liquid level is also checked using a dipstick.
After this, the car is raised on a lift, a container is placed for draining and the drain plug is unscrewed. By gravity, such a substance will completely drain within 1-2 hours.
A new one is installed in place of the old filter.
After this, fill in a new product at the level in accordance with the marks on the dipstick.

Then you need to start the engine and change all gears sequentially. In this case, there should be no parasitic vibrations, hum, buzzing and other negative factors during switching and operation of the transmission.

Partial oil change in the Lada Largus gearbox

A partial change of fluid is represented by simply topping up the mark on the dipstick to the required level or by partially changing the substance. When changing, you need to lift the car on a lift, unscrew the drain plug and drain the waste material. After this, use a funnel to pour the required lubricant into the crankcase to the required level.

You should also replace the oil filter even with a partial change. This procedure is carried out when leaks are detected and fogging of the gearbox housing.

How much oil is in a manual transmission (gearbox) Renault Logan

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Changing the gearbox oil is one of the most common repair procedures at home. In this article we will look at how to choose the right consumables for the manual transmission of the popular Renault Logan car. We will proceed from the actual parameters recommended by the factory. We will also pay attention to the volume of oil being poured, the frequency of replacement and the best manufacturers of gear oils.

Replacement Regulations

Renault has established for Logan, one might say, an almost unlimited oil change schedule of 100 thousand kilometers, which is equivalent to the entire period of operation of the car for one owner. On the one hand, only owners of countries with a favorable climate and good roads can rely on such an indicator. On the other hand, the regulation of 100 thousand is very far from the current figure if the machine is exposed to the following operating conditions:

Frequent temperature changes, frosts quickly give way to warming
High humidity, variable climate, slush and dirt on the roads
Driving on dusty roads, including off-road and muddy dirt roads
Errors when shifting gears and incorrect operation of the clutch, and as a result - overheating of the box
Frequent driving at high speeds, sudden maneuvers, non-compliance with traffic rules, and as a result - engine overheating

Subjecting a car to such colossal loads, it is important to understand that in this situation it requires increased attention. This includes changing the oil more often. Thus, experienced Renault Logan owners prefer to change the fluid after 50-60 thousand kilometers. Thus, thanks to this, it is possible to avoid unpleasant incidents associated with poor reliability of the gearbox in the event of the oil losing its beneficial properties. In addition to more frequent changes, it is strongly recommended to regularly check the fluid level and monitor its condition.

Checking the oil level and condition

Checking the remaining oil level is not difficult. To do this, we provide access to the engine compartment and find the dipstick there. We take it out and look where the oil print is located. If it is located below the Min mark, then this indicates insufficient volume. You need to add fluid carefully, as if it overflows you will have to crawl under the car and drain the excess fluid. The optimal level is considered when the liquid is between the two above marks.

Please note that it is equally important to control the quality of consumables. As with checking the level, it is advisable to do this once a week. In addition, it should be borne in mind that quality control is especially important with high mileage.

In this case, the likelihood increases that the transmission oil can no longer provide high-quality cooling of gearbox parts. The following signs indicate that the oil is unsuitable: cloudy and darkened color of the oil, as well as its specific smell - as if it smells burnt.

In addition, in spoiled oil you can see traces of mechanical wear - mud deposits, soot and even metal shavings.

All these signs indicate an urgent need for an oil change. Thus, we are convinced that the unsuitability of an oil can be determined not only by regulations or high mileage.

Choosing oil for Renault Logan manual transmission

Before changing the oil, it would be logical to select it first. So, any transmission product for the Renault Logan gearbox must comply with a viscosity grade of 75W-80. This is the most optimal option for the Logan box, as well as Russian conditions.

Renault has an original Elf oil, which is recommended for use in all cars of the French concern, including Renault Logan manual transmissions. But as an option, you can choose among more affordable oils, the quality of which is slightly lower, but the duration of beneficial properties is almost the same.

Among the best analogue oils, we note the companies Castrol, Shell, Mobile, Valvoline, Kixx, Rosneft, Lukoil and others.

As for the type of oil, Renault Logan owners prefer to fill only a synthetic product. It is more viscous, fluid and liquid, has a long service life and better withstands low temperatures. And with high mileage, you can save a lot by choosing semi-synthetic oil, or “mineral oil”.

How much to fill

The oil filling volume for the Renault Logan gearbox is 3.5 liters. This is exactly how much fluid the gearbox unit is designed for. It is poured in after complete removal of old oil. This procedure is performed as follows:

The remaining amount of old fluid is removed

The box is filled with cleaning agent
Flushing is carried out throughout the entire gearbox. This must be done with the engine running, and preferably during a trip of 5-10 kilometers.
After draining the used rinsing, new oil is introduced in the specified volume.
Finally, the oil level should be checked again with the dipstick.

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Oil change instructions

1. Place the machine on a level surface.

2.Unscrew the engine and transmission crankcase protection. In some variations, the protection has a technological hole for unscrewing the drain plug.

3. Clean the gearbox housing from dirt and dust in the drain area and near the filler hole. If drained oil is to be reused, the area near the drain plug must be clean.

4.Unscrew the drain plug using a 8-square. After loosening it with a wrench/ratchet, we recommend turning the plug out manually to quickly remove it from the stream of draining waste. An increase in backlash indicates the end of the thread.

If the color of the drained oil is cloudy, with an emulsion, then there are water impurities in the oil.

5.Use pliers to unscrew the filler plug, which is located at the end of the right side of the box. It is not necessary to change the gasket on this plug.

6.Tighten the drain plug. It is advisable to replace the sealing gasket.

7. To fill in new oil, use a homemade funnel with a piece of hose or a special syringe for filling technical fluids. First pass the hose through the top of the engine compartment, and then direct it from below into the filler hole.

Pour oil into the box until it flows out of the filler hole. The same method is used for in-line level checking. As soon as the oil has stopped flowing out of the filler hole (which is why the car is placed on a flat surface), tighten the plug by hand, wipe off any oily traces and install the engine protection.

Something else useful for you:

Before starting work, travel at least 10-15 km so that the oil inside the gearbox warms up and becomes less viscous. If the sealing gasket of the filler plug is not torn, elastic, it can be reinstalled

Pay attention to the processing status. The presence of an emulsion indicates mixing of oil and water

Often such a nuisance is a consequence of a leak in the boot of the inner CV joint of the left drive shaft. Therefore, inspect the boot for tears or loose clamps. Pay attention to the transmission breather, through which, if installed incorrectly, water and dirt enter the manual transmission. Often, after unqualified repairs, craftsmen neglect the correct installation of the breather. 4.For preventive purposes, rinse and blow out the breather with compressed air. As the pressure inside the transmission increases, a completely clogged "breather" valve can push out. If the malfunction is not noticed in time, dust, dirt and moisture will render the new gear oil unusable.

Seal

The Russian model Lada Largus, thanks to its unsurpassed carrying capacity among its classmates and enviable spaciousness, has long gained fame among owners not only in the domestic market, but in other countries. This success was facilitated by the presence in the arsenal of a practical station wagon of balanced technical capabilities and decent reliability of most components.

To maintain a Lada Largus car with a 16-valve engine, like any other, in good condition, it is necessary to adhere to timely replacement of the entire list of consumable components and liquids. Among these items, a special place is given to oil in the transmission unit. And therefore, many owners are interested in the question of what oil to use. The manufacturer, for its part, assures that this liquid cannot be replaced until its full service life is reached. However, the realities of operation sometimes make adjustments, which implies the need to intervene in the unit earlier than the designated period. In most cases, such a necessary action is dictated by repair work in the box or its premature wear, implying a complete replacement of the unit.

What kind of oil should I use?

On the assembly line, the manufacturer fills the manual transmission with Elf Tranself NFJ 75W-80, which Renault recommends for transmissions of the JXX, TL4 and NDX series.

Renault Logan, Sandero, Logan 2, Lada Largus with 1.4 liter engines were equipped with a jH1 manual transmission, while cars with 1.6 and 1.2 liter engines were equipped with a jH3. Structurally, the units differ in the size of the clutch housing, so this does not affect the choice of gear oil. Less common on cars is the JR5 manual transmission.

For topping up, use only Elf Tranself NFJ 75W-80, since mixing oils is not prohibited. For a complete replacement, it is not necessary to buy original products. You can choose among worthy analogues:

Liqui Moly Getriebeoil 75W-80 (GL-5);
Castrol Syntrans Transaxle 75W-90 (GL-4+);
Motul Motylgear SAE 75W-80 (GL-5);
Castrol Syntrans V FE 75W-80 (GL-4+);
Shell Getriebeoil EP 75w90 (GL-4);
Valvoline Maxlife MTF SAE 75W-80 (GL-4).

The filling volume of gearboxes jH1 and jH3 is 2.8 l, JR5 is 2.5 l. Before purchasing, we recommend that you check this information in the repair and operating manual for your car model.

Oil selection

The manufacturer uses transmission lubricant ELF TRANSELF TRJ 75W-80 (No. 194757) or 75W-90 (No. 195286).

Good analogues include Casrtol Syntrans Transaxle 75W-90 and Motul Gear300 75 W-90. All of the listed oils have the necessary API specification tolerances: GL - 4. They have high lubricating and detergent properties.

The use of lubricants for a Lada Largus car with a different approval is not recommended. A different additive package may affect the functional qualities of soft metal box elements (synchronizers).

Semi-synthetic lubricants, for the most part, have mineral substances, some synthetic substances and a certain percentage of additives responsible for enhancing the properties of oils.

Synthetic fluids are based only on synthetic substances. Produced from hydrocacking substances with the addition of additives.

Synthetic gear lubricants have better characteristics than semi-synthetic ones, but are more expensive.

The choice of oil viscosity depends on the climatic operating conditions of Largus. Thicker lubricants have proven themselves to be excellent in hot conditions. Technical fluids with lower viscosity require less time to warm up in sub-zero temperatures.

Causes and signs of oil losing its properties

If the transmission fluid is darkened or black in color, this may indicate that the lubricant has undergone a chemical change as a result of severe contamination with wear products of the gearbox elements (gear shafts and synchronizers) or a violation of the tightness of the gearbox (moisture and dirt entering through the seals of the drives or input shaft ).

The smell of burnt oil in Lada Largus. May indicate insufficient lubrication levels due to leaks. Under heavy loads on the unit, cooling of the rubbing parts is not adequately ensured.
If shifting gears is difficult, you may hear some noise or hum at certain speeds or when idling. The lubricating properties of the transmission fluid are partially lost or the level in the gearbox housing is insufficient.
Increased wear of gearbox elements. Aggressive driving style and incorrect gear shifting.
Mileage over 60,000 km since previous replacement. It is at this interval that service stations recommend replacing the transmission fluid.

Oil change interval for Lada Largus gearbox

The Lada Largus station wagon went on sale back in 2012. Initially, the manufacturer did not indicate any information on the period for changing the oil in a manual transmission. Arguing this is that the oil is designed for the entire service life of the car and does not require replacement.

In 2014, the maintenance regulations changed, and AvtoVAZ added an item for changing transmission oil in the Lada Largus manual transmission - after 140,000 km. There is no time frame for replacement, only replacement after a certain mileage.

140 thousand kilometers are not covered by the dealer’s warranty, so replacing the transmission oil in the Lada Largus box is entirely the responsibility of the owner.

Although experienced car owners change the oil in the gearbox much earlier - after 60-70 thousand kilometers or after 48 months. In fact, the replacement costs are not so high that it would be worth saving on this to the detriment of the box.

Let's sum it up

In practice, it has been reliably established that procedures such as topping up or changing gearbox oil in a Lada Largus transmission with a 16-valve engine are in no way associated with difficulties. This allows inexperienced owners, without a shadow of a doubt, to resort to such repair actions when the need arises. Note that the factory recommends replacing the fluid after 200,000 miles, although in reality this interval can be significantly reduced. In any case, monitor the level and what kind of oil you are pouring, that is, its condition (color, smell, presence of chips, etc.) of the oil in the transmission after the scheduled interval and then you will have complete information about the real need for replacement or topping up.

How to check the level and top up?

It is recommended to check the lubricant level in the Lada Largus transmission before replacing or topping up. The control procedure itself is quite simple and quickly feasible. Here you will need a minimum of skills and the following list of aids and tools:

a syringe that allows you to add liquid;
rags and a container that can hold about three liters;
square key size 8;
lubricant, similar in type and origin to that indicated in our material.

If a syringe is not available, it can be freely purchased in stores specializing in auto products. This device should not be confused with medical supplies, which, of course, are absolutely inapplicable in this situation. An addition can be a hose that provides easy access to the filler neck. After preparing the specified funds, you can safely move on to monitoring the level and topping up, if such a need arises as a result of the “monitoring mission”.

For control actions, the following algorithm will be optimal.

We remove the motor protection. Among car enthusiasts, this protective part is called the central mudguard. We find the drain plug of the box and unscrew it using the designated “square” key. Before unscrewing, place a container under the hole. We estimate the level, which, in accordance with regulatory standards, should be located slightly below the lower edge of the filler neck. When this level is less than the designated limit, we top up. To do this, insert the tip (hose) of the syringe into the filler neck and perform the usual action of squeezing the liquid into the unit. We “pump” the box with oil until the return flow of oil begins through this hole. Here we complete the refilling, and carefully wipe the perimeter around the hole with a prepared rag. All that remains is to tighten the plug, which we do without any hesitation. Don't forget to inspect the condition of the sealing ring on the plug. If it is worn out, we replace it

The price issue of this important product is scanty (about 10-15 rubles).

Now you can start operating the car, having first made sure that the gearbox oil is filled and there are no leaks.

Lubricant replacement

If a regular oil change in the gearbox is not able to bring the Lada Largus owner the expected result, then you will have to resort to a complete replacement of the lubricant in the transmission unit. This work is also not difficult, so it can be done by a novice owner.

We use a similar set as a list of tools. Unlike the topping up procedure, here you will need to worry about the presence of the full volume of oil that needs to be replaced. According to regulatory requirements from the manufacturer, this amount is equal to three liters. We also do not recommend experimenting, but using gearbox oil that complies with the regulatory postulates of the technical manual.

Buy lubricant with a small supply to save yourself from the troublesome search and purchase during the future need for refilling. Decide which oil is best for your car.

Having prepared all the specified tools, we perform the following list of actions:

we install our Lada Largus over the pit (you can also hang it with a lifting device);
We prepare a container that can hold the specified volume of liquid;
first unscrew the plug on the filler hole, which will speed up the draining process;
Now we move to the drain plug and carefully unscrew it (it is recommended to warm up the box before replacing the lubricant);
drain the liquid, waiting for it to completely drain;
upon completion of this moment, return the plug to its place, not forgetting to replace the seal;
Next, we begin the process of pouring oil through the neck of the same name; we do this slowly, allowing the viscous oil to gradually leave the cavity of the syringe and fill the crankcase of the unit;
Often it is not possible to drain 100% of the used lubricant, so after filling, not 3 liters are placed, as indicated in the regulations, but a little less;
We fill the transmission housing with “fresh” lubricant until a return current appears from the hole;
now all that remains is to thoroughly wipe the area of the transmission housing directly adjacent to the filler neck with a rag;
install the plug in its original place, tightening it to the required torque;
we start the 16-valve engine of the Lada Largus car and make a series of gear changes in the box, which will allow the new lubricant to be optimally distributed inside the transmission unit (this is important before starting to drive, when the gearbox begins to experience load).

That's all, the gearbox oil has been changed.

Largus do-it-yourself gearbox oil change