Oil change VAZ-2110: recommendations, instructions, oil selection

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

VAZ-2110 is a very popular car in Russia. Despite the cessation of serial production, this car is still in demand among motorists. For many, the “ten” is attractive because it is relatively cheap. It also costs less to maintain than other brands.

But you need to understand that the key to stable and long-term operation of the internal combustion engine and gearbox is the timely completion of a number of necessary maintenance actions for the machine. In today's article, we will take a closer look at how the oil is changed on the VAZ-2110 in the internal combustion engine and gearbox. This information will be useful for every car owner.

How often to replace

According to the rules, the oil change in the VAZ-2110 engine must be carried out every 10 thousand kilometers. However, the operating conditions of the vehicle must always be taken into account. So, if it is used in difficult conditions (large temperature fluctuations or constant frosts, driving at high speeds), then this interval is recommended to be reduced to 8 thousand kilometers.

In addition, these conditions includedriving in the city with frequent traffic jams. We also note that the oil change in the internal combustion engine should be carried out in the event of a long downtime. If we talk about time, experts recommend doing this operation at least once a year. The fact is that with a long downtime, condensation will form in the engine. Moisture penetrates the technical fluid and changes its characteristics. As a result, the lubricating film becomes not so strong.

Periodically, you should not only control the oil level in the engine, but also its external condition. The liquid should not be black. If so, then the oil has absorbed the combustion products of the fuel. Such liquid is unsuitable for further operation.

If we talk about transmission oil, here the interval is different. In this case, it costs to replace every 90 thousand. If the machine is used in extreme conditions, the interval should be reduced to 70 thousand kilometers. It is also recommended to change the oil in case of buying a car in the secondary market, if it is not known when it was last updated.

How much to fill

The oil filling capacity depends on the type of engine. So, if it is a 16-valve engine, it requires 3.5 liters of fluid. If you are changing the oil on a VAZ-2110 8 valves, it is enough to prepare 3.2 liters. Thus, a standard 4-liter can of oil should be purchased for the operation. The unused volume can be used for topping up if the engine is not new and is already eating up oil.

Because after draining the oil in the engine still remainsa certain amount of it, you need to navigate the probe. It is necessary to fill in so that the liquid is between the average and maximum marks.

Recommendations for selection

Since the engine "ten" is not high-tech, the brand of oil does not play the first role. The manufacturer can be anyone. The main thing is not to stumble upon a fake or a frankly cheap product. You need to choose oil based on the condition of the engine. So, if the engine has low mileage and is fully functional, experts recommend using synthetic products. When the engine is not stable or has a mileage of more than 150 thousand, it is better to switch to semi-synthetics. Well, mineral can be used if the engine mileage is far over 300 thousand.

With regard to viscosity, it is recommended to use oils with a parameter of 10W-40. More liquid can simply seep through the seals and gaskets.

Tools and materials

To perform an oil change on the VAZ-2110, we need to prepare:

• New oil filter.
• Filter puller.
• A piece of clean rag.
• Set of wrenches.
• Funnel.
• New oil.
• Capacity for draining mining (tare volume - at least 3.5 liters). You can use an old canister by cutting its side for better fluid entry.

By the way, an express oil change in the engine can be performed at the service station. Fluid is pumped out through the dipstick using a pump. If the work is done in the garage on your own, this operation will take a little longer.

Preparation for work

Before changing the oil on the VAZ-2110, it is recommended to warm up the engine to operating temperature. This should be done especially in winter, since the viscosity of the oil is highly dependent on the ambient temperature. Warming up is necessary in order to speed up the time for draining the old fluid. The thicker it is, the slower the replacement will be.

Where to start

It is advisable to drive the car into a viewing hole. In the absence of such work, it is possible to produce, but it will be more difficult. So, we take an open-end wrench and unscrew the drain plug, which is located on the engine pan. We install the container under the hole. It is advisable to do this in advance, when the cork is about to unscrew. We wait until the liquid is completely drained. To speed up the process, you should unscrew the oil filler plug on the valve cover of the internal combustion engine. So we eliminate the vacuum in the oil system. If the engine has been warmed up before, it is enough to wait 10 minutes until all the liquid has flowed out. Next, set aside the container with the old oil. The cork is screwed back.

Flushing

Usually this operation is carried out if the oil is being changed at a service station. Flushing is not required, but it is recommended to do it when switching from one brand of oil to another. For this, a special flushing oil is purchased. It is poured into the engine, after which the cork is screwed on the neck and the engine is started for 15 minutes. The internal combustion engine must work for a given period of time at idle. After that, the liquid is drained according to the scheme describedabove.

Filter

Don't forget about this important detail. After draining the waste substance, you need to unscrew the filter. Should I put oil in? That's a moot point. As practice has shown, if you install a filter without oil, this will not bring harm to the engine. The grease will have time to fill the part with itself before the engine starts. As a recommendation, the masters advise lubricating the rubber o-ring of the filter. Please note that you need to tighten the element by hand, and not with a key. Otherwise, dismantling the filter during a further oil change on the VAZ-2110 will be difficult.

Filling engine oil

Most of the work is already done. We just need to fill in new fluid. In order not to spill oil, it is recommended to use a funnel. It is necessary to fill in until the level of the dipstick reaches the maximum mark. Next, screw the cap on and start the engine. In the first 1-2 seconds after starting, the oil pressure lamp may light on the instrument panel. This is normal after replacement. The lamp should go out quickly.

How long should the engine be running? It is enough for him to work at idle for 5 minutes. Then turn off the car and check the oil level again. It should go down a bit. Add a little more oil if necessary. It is desirable that the level is between the middle and the maximum. The same scheme is used to change the oil at the service station.

Recommendations from experts

Some masters recommend cleaning with new oil when replacing. That is, you need to unscrew the drain plug, and pour about 200 grams of liquid. This is true if no flushing has been performed. As practice shows, the new oil becomes dark in color. A small amount is enough to bring out all the remaining mining products. It is necessary to remove the dirty product from the engine. After that, you can already tighten the plug and fill in the oil completely.

Changing oil in a VAZ-2110 box

To drain the oil, you first need to warm it up. Since it is more viscous than motor, it will merge much longer. A short drive is recommended to warm up the manual transmission oil.

Among the tools, we need a key for 17. As for manual transmission oil, you should choose a product with a viscosity of 80w90 or 75w90. The manufacturer can be any.

If the budget is limited, you can purchase TAD-17. Among the more expensive brands, experts advise choosing Castrol or Shell. The volume of transmission fluid is 3.5 liters.

Instructions for changing the oil in the box

The car is driven into a viewing hole. The car must be in a horizontal position. You need to find a drain hole. You need to substitute an empty container under it (by analogy with an internal combustion engine, you can use a canister). It is recommended to clean the breather with a wire, after removing the rubber cap.

The drain bolt is unscrewed smoothly so as not to strip the thread. Next, you need to wait until the old oil isleaks completely out of the box. This usually takes 15 minutes. After that, they begin to fill in a new liquid. At the same time, the cork is twisted.

Do I need a flush? This operation is required only if there are metal particles in the mining - chips, dust, and others. If all these elements are present in the old oil, then ideally you need to disassemble the box and repair it (change the bearing or damaged shaft). Flushing is used in the same way as for the internal combustion engine.

If the old oil is black, but without foreign particles, then everything is fine. Let's start filling. You need to navigate by the level on the dipstick. It must be at least average. If there is no dipstick in the transmission, add oil through the filler hole. As soon as it flows out of the hole, you can finish the job. This means that the oil level is at its maximum.

Experts recommend checking it periodically. This applies to both the engine and gearbox. Lack of oil or its low level adversely affects the resource of rubbing pairs and elements.

Is flushing harmful to the motor and gearbox of a car

Do not abuse flushing oil. It should only be used in extreme cases. It is used when switching from one type of oil to another (for example, from synthetics to semi-synthetics), or in order to wash away the remains of chips and other contaminants from the inside of the engine. It is not necessary to use flushing oil for preventive purposes.

Conclusion

We looked at how you canchange the oil in the engine and transmission "tens". As you can see, the operation is not very complicated. Each car owner can do it on their own.