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Frequency of oil changes in the VAZ 2107 gearbox. Motor oils and everything you need to know about motor oils. What tools will we use?

As part of routine maintenance of any car, including the classic VAZ 2107 model, among other things, the lubricant in the gearbox (gearbox) and rear axle gear housing is completely replaced. According to the manufacturer's recommendations, this procedure is performed every time after a run of 35,000 kilometers or after three years of continuous operation of the VAZ 2107.

A necessary condition under which the replacement of lubricant in the box and rear axle housing will be carried out successfully and without any problems is the presence of an inspection hole or a special overpass. Otherwise, changing the oil will be very problematic.

Of the tools, changing the lubricant will require:

  • Socket wrench or socket 17;
  • Container for collecting used lubricant;
  • Metal brush;
  • Device for filling oil (syringe, blower, etc.).

In addition, it is necessary to purchase new oil in the required volume for filling. To determine how much lubricant to buy, let’s make simple calculations: you need to fill the VAZ 2107 box with approximately 1.6 liters plus 1.3 liters into the rear axle gearbox. In total, the minimum required volume of gear oil is 3 liters.

To prevent wastage of time and material resources, before starting work, it is strongly recommended to carefully inspect the gearbox for leaks. If a leak is detected, you must first eliminate its cause, and only then change the oil.

First of all, you need to clean the drain and filler plugs from dirt using a wire brush. To begin with, a replacement in the gearbox. Place a container for used oil and unscrew the filler and drain plugs one by one. After all the oil has flowed out of the gearbox, screw the drain plug into place. We check the drained oil for the presence of metal impurities and excessive contamination.


If the used oil is too dirty, it is strongly recommended to flush the gearbox. There are special washing liquids for this, but you can prepare it yourself. There is nothing complicated about this: you need to mix oil (no matter what, motor or transmission) and diesel fuel or kerosene in a 1:1 ratio. 1 liter of mixture is enough for washing. Using a syringe or other device, you need to pour the mixture into the box and tighten the filler plug. After this, turn on neutral speed, start the engine and let it run for 5-10 minutes and drain the flushing mixture from the box.

In the event that you are washing not only the gearbox, but also the rear axle gearbox of a VAZ 2107, you will need to jack up the rear wheel, secure the car using wheel chocks and let the engine run with the gear engaged. At the same time, both the gearbox and the rear axle will be washed.

After the oil or flush has been drained from the gearbox and the drain plug has been screwed into place, use a syringe or other device to fill in a new one. According to the factory's recommendations, oil is poured until it begins to flow out through the filler hole. After this, screw the filler plug into place, and the replacement can be considered complete.

In old VAZ 2107 cars, it happens that it is not possible to unscrew the filler plug for one reason or another. Then, after draining the lubricant, you need to disassemble the protective seals around the gear shift lever and fill in oil from the passenger compartment. Since it is impossible to control the volume through the filler hole, we rely on the manufacturer’s recommendations: for a four-speed gearbox – 1.4 liters, for a five-speed gearbox – 1.6.

Changing the lubricant in the rear axle of a VAZ 2107 is carried out in the same way, using the same tools and devices.


Changing the oil in a VAZ 2107 gearbox is an important procedure when servicing a car. It is done less frequently than replacing engine lubricant, but it should never be neglected. According to the regulations, the oil in the VAZ 2107 gearbox is changed every 40-60 thousand kilometers, depending on the operating conditions: the more severe they are, the more often a replacement is needed. If you do not change the oil in the box, it will lose its qualities and properties over time, which will cause the mechanism to fail.

In this material we will take a detailed look at the process of changing transmission oil in the gearboxes of domestic cars, including the so-called “seven”. The car has rear-wheel drive and is valued for the low price of consumables, spare parts and ease of maintenance.

What is required for replacement?

  • transmission oil in the required volume (more on this below);
  • hexagon 12;
  • rags;
  • key to 17;
  • five-liter container for used lubricant.

The volume of oil in the VAZ 2107 gearbox depends on the type of gearbox:

  • for four-speed – 1.35 liters;
  • for a five-speed transmission – 1.6 liters.

Replacement frequency

According to technical regulations, the frequency of oil changes is once every three years or every 60 thousand kilometers. Depends on what happens faster.

Of course, there are other important factors that can affect replacement intervals. One of them is the quality of the liquid poured. If you fill in with low-quality lubricant, you will significantly shorten the interval between maintenance, and the box will begin to collapse from the inside. We also note that the oil should not be motor oil, but special transmission oil.

We figured out how much oil to pour into the box of a VAZ 2107, and we will tell you how to do it below. Now we will give some tips on how to properly replace the lubricant:

  1. The oil must be changed on a hot engine, warmed up to operating temperature. This is necessary for quick and complete drainage of fluid from the transmission.
  2. Carry out all work wearing gloves that will protect your hands from accidental burns from hot oil.
  3. Change the fluid on an overpass, lift or inspection pit.
  4. When replacing, pay attention to whether there are metal shavings in the lubricant. Its presence indicates the need for prompt transmission repair.
  5. Five-speed gearboxes of the VAZ 2107 have a certain feature: they need to be filled with approximately 250 ml more oil due to design features.
  6. Changing the oil is quite easy. It is only important to decide which lubricant is best to fill. We have a separate section on choosing oil on our website.

Lubrication process

As we said, before changing the transmission fluid, you should take the car for a short drive to warm up the transmission. The oil inside it will heat up and drain out of the system better. If there are small abrasive particles in the oil, they will not settle at the bottom. And they will come out with old grease. Don't neglect this rule.

Drive the car onto an overpass or pit, climb under the bottom and place the prepared container for old lubricant under the drain plug, and unscrew it with a hexagon. When unscrewing, be careful and remember that the oil inside the transmission is so hot that it can easily burn you. After draining the old oil, clean the plug and screw it back into place. Also unscrew the filler plug and clean it too.

Using a special syringe, pour the required volume of oil into the VAZ 2107 gearbox into the filler hole and do not forget that if you have a five-speed transmission, it is better to fill in a little more oil. To do this, raise one side of the car a little more, for example, using a jack. After filling the lubricant, screw the filler plug into place. The process of changing the oil in the VAZ 2107 gearbox is completed, and you can hit the road.

Oil changes are required not only in the car engine. Although much less common, oil changes should be done in the gearbox. According to the regulations, transmission oil is changed approximately once every 40 - 60 thousand kilometers, and is different for each specific car manufacturer. If you do not change the oil in the gearbox, it, like in the engine, will begin to lose its qualities and properties useful for the units, which will lead to breakdown of the mechanism.

In this article we will take a closer look at the process of replacing transmission fluid in the gearbox of VAZ family cars, namely the so-called “Classics” or “Zhiguli”. These cars include 2107 (seven), 2105 (five), 2106 (six), 2101 (kopek), and 2103 (three). All these cars manufactured by VAZ have rear-wheel drive. They are valued and respected for their simplicity and low cost of both consumables and spare parts, and the cars themselves. And also, of course, we will consider what kind of oil to fill and how much, or rather, what volume of it needs to be poured into the box.

What is needed to change the oil in a VAZ 2107 and 2106 gearbox

Of course, you need to approach changing the gearbox oil with all responsibility and care, and you also need to have the following tools and consumables with you:

  • Transmission oil – depending on the number of gears, the oil volume varies:
    • Five-speed gearbox - 1.6 liters;
    • Four-speed - 1.35 liters;
  • Hexagon at "12";
  • Key to "17";
  • Capacity of five liters - for example, it could be a plastic bottle;
  • Special syringe for filling oil;
  • Rag.

Frequency of oil changes in manual transmission VAZ 2107, 2106

Speaking about how often you need to change the oil in a Zhiguli transmission, first of all, of course, you should refer to the technical documentation accompanying the car. The regulation clearly states the manufacturer's recommended replacement frequency, namely three years of vehicle operation or 60,000 kilometers, whichever occurs first.

Of course, there are many other factors that influence these numbers. For example, this is the quality of the liquid poured into the box. By pouring low-quality lubricant, you not only significantly reduce the interval between maintenance, but also destroy the gearbox from the inside. It is also worth remembering that transmission oil should be poured into the gearbox, not engine oil, and of course, do not forget about the markings, this also needs to be taken into account.

A few tips for proper oil changes:

  • Firstly, the replacement process must be carried out on a hot engine brought to operating temperature. This will ensure quick and complete removal of the gearbox from old fluid and wear products;
  • Carry out all work wearing rubberized gloves - this will protect you from burns. Also take care of your face and eyes;
  • Replacement is best done either on an overpass or in a viewing hole;
  • When changing the oil, pay attention to the presence of metal shavings - they indicate that the car needs to repair the gearbox as soon as possible;
  • The five-speed “Classics” gearboxes have a certain peculiarity - they need to be filled with a little more oil (approximately 250 milliliters), this is due to the fact that, due to the design features, if this factor is not taken into account and the required amount of oil is not poured, this will lead to its failure building and will require its repair;
  • Changing the oil is quite easy, the most important thing is to decide what kind of oil to fill. First, you just need to check how much oil is currently in the gearbox and what quality it is.

The process of changing the oil in a VAZ 2107 gearbox

Having prepared the tools, warmed up the car and driven it to the required site, you can begin the process of replacing the fluid:

  • We move under the car and carefully clean the gearbox pan from dirt with a rag;
  • Using a key set to “17”, unscrew the filler plug;
  • Then, take a 12" hexagon and use it to unscrew the drain plug;
  • We place a pre-prepared container under the drain hole (you need to cut off the top of the bottle and that’s it);

In conclusion, it is worth noting that the volume of oil in the gearbox should be at the same level. The replacement must be done efficiently, because changing the oil is a very important process.

VAZ-2107 is a car from the classic family of the Togliatti automobile plant, built on the basis of the Fiat 124 and VAZ-2101. A car with a long pedigree, it has established itself primarily as one of the most maintainable and affordable cars in the world. This model is still in demand on the secondary market today; it is bought due to its simple and cheap design. Most repairs in the case of the VAZ-2107 can be completely solved on our own. One of the most common procedures is replacing consumables - for example, selecting and replacing transmission oil. When dealing with this consumable, you need to take into account several parameters in order to select and replace the oil correctly. In this article, we will look at how much oil is needed for a VAZ-2107 manual transmission, as well as how to choose it based on viscosity information, tolerance, types and best brands.

Let us draw attention to the fact that the rules for changing transmission oil depend not only on mileage. And yet, first of all, we must proceed from it - for the VAZ-2107 it is 70 thousand kilometers. This indicator may vary depending on the conditions in which the machine is operated.

But in Russian conditions, more frequent replacement of this consumable is most often required. Let us highlight several factors that negatively affect the lifespan of the beneficial properties of the oil:

  • Frequent driving on off-road, dusty and polluted areas not provided for in the VAZ-2107 user manual
  • Regular driving at high speeds, failure to comply with traffic rules
  • The engine almost always runs at high speeds, which causes it to overheat.
  • Climate change, temperature changes, precipitation and frost are abruptly replaced by a thaw

As you know, the VAZ-2107 is built on the basis of the Italian model of the same name from the 1960s. Therefore, it is not surprising that the car is not suitable for modern operating conditions or active driving. On the other hand, the “seven” is perfectly adapted to bad roads – from the point of view of comfort, but not endurance. In this regard, in such cases, the manual transmission oil is changed more frequently, preferably every 50-60 thousand kilometers. For preventive purposes, it would also be a good idea to check the volume and condition of the lubricant in advance.

Checking the volume and condition of the oil

You can determine the level of remaining oil in the VAZ-2107 gearbox using a dipstick, as well as available tools. You will need a minimum set of tools. There are Max and Min marks on the dipstick that you need to focus on during testing. So, if the liquid is below the Min level, then a certain volume will need to be introduced until the oil reaches a level not exceeding the Max level, that is, between Max and Min - this is the most optimal level.

If the oil is cloudy and dark and contains sediment, then one additive will not be enough. So, in this situation, you should perform a comprehensive oil change.

Selection of oil for manual transmission VAZ-2107

It is logical that before changing the oil, you first need to study several important parameters. First, let's pay attention to the type of oil - synthetic, semi-synthetic and mineral. For the “seven” you should not spend money on expensive synthetics, and the best option would be semi-synthetics.

Mineral oil, in turn, is recommended for cars with high mileage (you will also have to change the oil more often). In addition, it is important to pay special attention to the brand, viscosity and tolerances. For the machine in question, you can prefer a product from imported or domestic companies. For example, Shell Spirax S5 oil with viscosity parameters 75W-90 and quality level GL4 or GL5 has proven itself well. More affordable options include the brands Lukoil, Rosneft, G-Energy and others.

How much to fill

Having selected the liquid, you can now decide on the volume. So, for a manual 5-speed gearbox, the standard level is set at 1.6 liters, or 1.3 liters for a 4-speed gearbox - this is exactly how much oil should be filled after the gearbox is completely cleaned of old oil. If you do not do this, you will not be able to enter the full volume.


You can change the oil in the gearbox on a VAZ 2107 yourself after reading the step-by-step instructions. It is important to determine in time when the oil is running out or when replacement is required.

Changing the oil in a VAZ 2107 gearbox is an important procedure for a car. To carry out the replacement yourself, you need to know how much oil to pour and read the step-by-step instructions.

Signs of expired oil

  • The clutch does not work;
  • There is a creaking sound when the engine is running;
  • Difficulty shifting gears.

The oil is changed after about 50,000 kilometers.

Tools

Necessary tools for changing the oil on the seven:

  • wrench size 17 mm;
  • 12 mm hexagon;
  • an oil syringe (or a product made from a bottle and a flexible hose);
  • container for old oil;
  • new oil.

How much oil is poured

The volume of oil in the VAZ 2107 gearbox varies depending on the number of gearbox stages. A four-speed gearbox requires 1.35 liters, and a five-speed gearbox requires 1.6 liters.

What oil is better to fill

The factory instructions for Semerka contain a list of oils recommended for filling into the gearbox:

  • 80W-85;
  • GL-4432;
  • Shell Spirax S5 ATE 75W90 GL4/5;
  • other oils of class GL4 and higher.

How to check the oil level

  1. Drive into the pit.
  2. Clean the drain and filler holes of the VAZ 2107 gearbox with a metal brush.
  3. Unscrew the filling plug with wrench 17.
  4. Check the current oil level (the norm is oil to the bottom edge of the hole).

If the oil is less than the lower level of the hole, add it with a special syringe. You can buy it at an auto store.

How to change oil

A correct oil change without a service station is carried out on a jack or platform immediately after driving the car.

Carefully!

Oil can reach 90 °C.

  1. Unscrew the oil fill valve.
  2. Place the prepared container under the drain hole ( if there is no oil in the box, go to step 5).
  3. Open the drain and drain the used oil.
  4. Clean the plug and flush the gearbox (if the old oil is dark and contains obvious debris).
  5. Fill with clean oil to the bottom level of the hole.
  6. Close the cap tightly.