Some car manufacturers say that oil in automatic box is designed for life and does not need to be changed. But this is not the case. At long runs, parts wear out, technical fluid and filter elements become clogged with metal shavings. As a result, lubrication deteriorates and parts wear even more.
Level check
Checking the oil level in a Chevrolet Cruze automatic transmission is a rather complicated undertaking; you will need an inspection hole and tools for it. But without this, it is impossible to know how much fluid is missing and what is the reason for the shortage. Periodically, you need to inspect the underside of the car to make sure there are no leaks of technical fluids.
Warm up the car first to see the objective level. As you know, cold liquid is compressed and does not give an objective picture. Do not turn off the engine, rearrange the gear shift knob in different modes. This is necessary to lubricate all parts.
Stop at the inspection hole and with the engine running, put the gearshift lever in the "P" position. Take the 11 open-end wrench and find the inspection plug on the gearbox. It is located at the exit from the checkpoint, on the back of the mechanism, from the end.
Take a clean container, place it under the stopper. Unscrew it carefully. If the liquid runs off in a thin trickle, then the level is normal. If nothing flows, then the amount is insufficient. You need to watch the video to understand how to add oil to a Chevrolet Cruze automatic transmission. This is done under the hood via a breather. You need to fill in until it goes through the drain hole.
If the level was sufficient, all the spilled oil from the Chevrolet Cruze automatic transmission must be poured back after you screw the plug. It is recommended to keep the level increased by 0.5 l.
How often do you need to change the oil
When refilling, you need to check the color of the liquid. Dark, deep black indicates replacement is needed. If the oil becomes cloudy, it is recommended to change it. If these signs showed up after a recent replacement, this indicates a breakdown in the mechanism.
The replacement period depends on the operating conditions of the vehicle. If you often drive at high speed or move around dirt roads, the interval can be reduced to 60 thousand km. Remember that at speeds above 150 km / h, the box heats up to 120 degrees, at this temperature the grease loses its properties.
Partial replacement process
The first thing you need to change the oil in a Chevrolet Cruze automatic transmission is a viewing hole. Warm up the car by driving 5-10 km before work. Park your car in a garage or street pit. In winter, it is recommended to carry out work in a warm room.
- a set of keys;
- capacity;
- clean rags;
- funnel;
- new fluid.
The container should be large enough, as 5-6 liters of liquid will pour out. It is best to work with gloves so that the technical liquid does not come into contact with the skin. It is better to put on work clothes on the body, which are not a pity.
How to change the oil in a Chevrolet Cruze automatic transmission:
Check temperature sensor transmission fluid... Check the box while driving, all gears should shift smoothly. Do not forget to note the oil change date in the Chevrolet Cruze automatic transmission, so as not to forget.
pros partial replacement:
- All work can be done independently;
- The old oil is mixed with the new one, the composition is renewed;
- Less risk of disrupting the operation of the box;
- Low oil consumption.
The downside is that you still won't be able to completely renew the roster, even if you do it several times. But with this method, you will save on liquid and on the work of the masters.
Complete replacement in service
You cannot carry out a complete oil renewal yourself, as this requires special skills and equipment. With the help of a special device at the service station, the new oil pushes the old one and a 100% renewal takes place.
The tube of the apparatus is connected through the radiator of the box, the engine starts. At the same time, the old fluid is drained and a new one is filled. The wizard controls the color through a special window. As soon as the shade of the oil becomes normal, the procedure is completed. The cost of the work is not very high - from 1000 rubles, depending on the city.
The advantages of the method:
- You control the whole process and see how the color of ATP changes;
- The consumption of gasoline after replacement is reduced, since the power losses in the torque converter are reduced;
- Shifts become smoother, automatic transmission responds better to driving style;
- The professionalism of the craftsmen excludes the possibility of mistakes.
But have complete replacement has its drawbacks:
- The auto-technician can give a guarantee for his work, but he will not give a guarantee for the smooth operation of the box;
- On a car with high mileage, the device can wash out useful deposits from the mechanism, which will lead to breakdowns;
- Not every service has the right device;
- The cost of the service is higher than for a partial replacement.
How to choose oil and filter
Important! For a complete oil update in a Chevrolet Cruze automatic transmission, you will need 7.5 liters of fluid. If you only drain it from the pallet, then you need to buy 5.5 liters.
At the Chevrolet Cruze plant, the Dextron GM VI is poured. You can choose another manufacturer if you change the oil completely. For refilling, it is better to buy the liquid that has already been filled.
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Pay attention to the markings on the packaging. The inscriptions must be present:
- Class VI.
If you do not know what kind of oil in the Chevrolet Cruze automatic transmission, choose from official manufacturers:
- Mobil;
- Havolin;
- Chevron.
These brands are poured into GM cans, so you can take any. If you have one of the listed brands in your motor, you can fill the box with the same one.
Interesting fact! The hydraulic booster is filled with the same fluid as in the transmission.
You will also need a filter that will remove harmful impurities from the liquid. It needs to be changed every 80 thousand km, you can do this without renewing the oil. But it is most convenient to combine these actions. The filter in the automatic transmission is freely accessible; you do not need special tools.
If you do not know what kind of oil to fill in the Chevrolet Cruze automatic transmission, read the reviews of motorists and choose the appropriate brand. Focus on how you feel from different brands. If you partially renew the fluid, make the second replacement after 1-2 thousand km.
An automatic transmission is a unit that cannot operate normally without lubrication. The presence of lubricant in the gearbox allows all units and mechanisms to function correctly, therefore the issue of fluid replacement is relevant for all car owners. How to change the oil in a Chevrolet Cruze automatic transmission and what needs to be taken into account, we will tell you in this article.
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How often does ATF need to be changed?
First, let's take a look at when it is necessary to change the fluid in the Chevrolet Cruze automatic transmission. According to official data specified in the technical documentation for the car, the replacement frequency is 75 thousand kilometers. In the service manual, the manufacturer said that when visiting a service station to perform maintenance, and this is every 15 thousand km, the driver must make sure that there are no leaks and errors in the operation of the automatic transmission. It is also necessary to check the lubrication level in the system. We are talking specifically about vehicles that use a six-speed automatic transmission with the Hydra-Matic 6T30 index.
Preparation for work
Before changing the oil in a Chevrolet Cruze automatic transmission, it is important to properly prepare for the process. It is necessary to prepare the tools that may be required, as well as purchase a lubricant and filter suitable for the unit. And then proceed with the replacement.
Tools and materials
Basic tools and materials that will be required:
- new oil - you need 5-6 liters of fluid;
- set of wrenches;
- a basin or bucket where the mining will be collected;
- watering can or funnel for the bay;
- rags.
What kind of oil do you need to fill?
The most important nuance in preparation is to choose the lubricant that you will fill. Initially, at the factory, the manufacturer pours Dextron GM VI grease into the Chevrolet Cruze automatic transmission. Therefore, it is advisable to use the same oil.
When buying a fluid, please note that only grease intended for automatic transmission can be poured into the gearbox: the GM, ATF marking will be indicated on the canister label.
Genuine General Motors automatic transmission oil
How to choose the right filter?
Change oil filter It's not easy for a Chevrolet Cruze automatic transmission. The filter element is located under the transmission cover, at the top of the transmission. And in order to change it, you must completely disassemble the unit. This is not easy, especially when you consider that a complex gearbox is installed in Cruises. For preventive purposes, the filter element can be changed every 80 thousand kilometers. The need to replace the filter will arise when jerks and jerks appear when switching speeds while driving.
How to change the oil on an automatic transmission with your own hands?
Now about how to change the fluid in an automatic transmission with your own hands. Before changing the lubricant in the "automatic machine", its level is checked. If replacement is not planned, then it is enough to top up consumables.
Level control and topping up
To check the lubrication level in the unit, the gearbox breather is closed. Starts up power unit while keeping your foot on the brake pedal:
- Shift the automatic transmission selector to D mode.
- Wait about ten seconds.
- Switch on the next mode with the lever and so all the transmissions in ascending order. The procedure is repeated several times, while it is necessary to activate and reverse gear... At the very end, without drowning out car engine and in neutral or parking mode, unscrew the check plug. It is located directly on the machine.
More information about the automatic transmission diagnostics can be found in the video published below (the author is the Chevrolet Cruze channel).
If a little lubricant has drained out, then the check plug is screwed in and the fluid is topped up in the system. This is about 0.5-0.7 liters of oil. If the grease does not come out of the control hole at all, then one liter of liquid is topped up, before that the plug should also be screwed on. Then the diagnostics are performed again in the same way. Please note that the oil that you will use to add must be preheated.
Algorithm of oil change actions
Changing and filling consumables in the automatic transmission of the 2012 Chevrolet Cruze automatic transmission is performed as follows:
- The vehicle must be parked on a level surface. Work is carried out on a flyover or in a garage with a pit. It is even better if it is possible to drive the car onto a lift. This will allow optimal access to the transmission.
- Under the drain hole of the unit, you need to substitute a bowl or bucket - the used consumables will be drained into the container.
- Unscrew the drain plug and wait until all the grease has come out of the transmission.
- Fill in the lubricant through the inspection hole. If the transmission is equipped with a dipstick, it is easy to determine the level of the filled lubricant.
- After adding fluid to the gearbox, it is necessary to check the quality of the work performed. To do this, start the power unit, and set the automatic transmission lever to each position one by one. If there is no difficulty in changing gears, put the selector in the parking position and let the engine run for about five minutes more.
1. Unscrewing the plug on the gearbox 2. Filling consumables into the unit
If vehicle equipped with a temperature controller for transmission fluid, it is recommended to check the sensor readings. Then test the operation of the transmission while driving. When switching, there should be no jerks or jerks. If the transmission is working properly, everything shifts smoothly.
How much do you need to fill?
Separately, it must be said about how much lubricant must be poured into the unit. In terms of volume, approximately 8 liters of lubricant will be required to completely replace the fluid in the unit. However, it is impossible to perform a complete replacement without dismantling and disassembling the box. Therefore, on average, car owners consume about 5-6 liters.
What to do if Chevrolet Cruze automatic transmission without dipstick?
If there is no level gauge, then when changing the liquid, it is necessary to navigate by the filled cavity of the open opening. When you see that the oil is ready to flow out of the hole, stop filling it.
Learn more about the main malfunctions associated with automatic transmissions Chevrolet cars, as well as the rules for operating automatic transmissions, learn from the video (author - Chevy Plus TV channel).
How to set up the controller after replacement?
Configuring the controller is a mandatory step when changing consumables. The device must adapt to the operation of the unit with the new viscosity. The setup process is done like this:
- Start the power unit of the car. Activate all gears on the box from parking to neutral.
- Please wait a few seconds.
- Place the transmission lever in D mode.
- Wait a few more seconds and return the selector to the neutral position. The procedure is repeated at least three times to train the controller.
In some cars, in practice, everything works fine. But if something goes wrong, then when switching transmission modes, jerks and jerks may appear, which will lead to uncomfortable driving in general. The process should be carried out with the gearbox fully warmed up to maximum temperatures, since the controller is optimized to temperature regime at which training is performed.
Change lubricants in an automatic transmission on a Chevrolet Cruze 1.8 - not a complicated process, which will take no more than an hour in time, if you strictly adhere to the instructions. In addition, when performing this procedure on his own, the car owner saves about 75,000 rubles. In addition, when updating consumables, the motorist gains practice, and in the future, if necessary, will be able to carry out minor repairs on his own.
Breakdowns and oil leaks from automatic transmission
The Chevrolet company annually presents statistics of breakdowns of its cars at the Avto-motor show Los-Angeles. From it, we know that 75% of all automatic transmission breakdowns in Chevrolet Cruze 1.8 models are due to leakage and shortage lubricating fluid in the gearbox.
In order to avoid breakdowns of the automatic transmission, you should systematically check the level of the lubricant in this unit. It will allow you to find out in a timely manner whether it is necessary to add oil to the gearbox and whether there are any leaks (if the automatic transmission leaks, due to a lack of lubricant, it turns black).
To check the lubricant and, if necessary, change the oil in the automatic transmission on the Chevrolet Cruze 1.8, you must:
- Close the automatic transmission breather.
- Then start the engine while holding the brake pedal.
- Later, shift the transmission to D mode.
- Wait 10-15 seconds.
- After 10-15 seconds, switch the gearbox to the next ascending mode (so all gears are ascending).
- This procedure is repeated 2-3 times (do not repeat it more than 3 times, otherwise the automatic transmission will go into emergency operation).
- Do not forget that when performing this procedure, you must also use reverse gear.
At the end of the procedure, put the car in parking mode. Then unscrew the valve and check the amount of lubricant mixture with a dipstick.
The automatic transmission is becoming more and more widespread in vehicles exported to Europe and the CIS countries. Here she is in demand for her benefits. Obviously - "automatic" is much more convenient than mechanics. However, she sometimes has a number of breakdowns.
All automatic transmission problems are divided into two groups:
- Damage to electronics;
- Damage to the hydraulics and mechanics of the automatic transmission.
Among the breakdowns in electronics, the following can be distinguished repeatedly:
- breakdown in the electronic unit;
- breakage of transmission and engine sensors (in certain configurations, engine sensors, gearboxes are combined into a single network);
- breaks in electrical wiring;
- breakage of executive parts.
It is worth noting that if a problem occurs in the electronic part of the gearbox, the control unit starts emergency operation. This mode of operation guarantees the functioning of the gearbox even in case of serious damage.
For various damages various auxiliary programs are provided that are designed to help the automatic transmission continue its functioning. In case of serious breakdowns (such as: failure of the control unit, failure of actuators, etc.), the gearbox is put into emergency operation.
V emergency mode automatic transmission is automatically transferred to 3rd gear. It ensures the safe movement of the car on the road. This will allow the car owner to get to the nearest place where he can make repair work on his own, or use the services of a car service.
Hydraulic, mechanical automatic transmission breakdowns can be as follows:
- deformation of the guide gears inside the automatic transmission (occurs due to contamination of the automatic transmission with used lubricant, as a result of which jamming and bending of such occurs);
- rupture of brake bands and their mountings (occurs as a result of improper adjustment of the automatic transmission);
- breakdown of the torque converter (occurs with a hidden problem of the electronic control unit);
- breakage of the torque converter fasteners;
- breakage of the fasteners and the stator seat of the torque converter (all due to the same malfunction in the electronic unit);
- burnout of the bushings of the gears;
- friction clutch wear;
- cracks in the oil pump (occurs when using poor-quality lubricant, or using oil with an excessively high viscosity).
Practice shows that one automatic transmission malfunction can flow into another, and subsequently can completely disable the gearbox.
Practical example:
V service center a car arrived, the diagnostics of which showed that the oil filter needs to be replaced. When replacing it, it turned out that the fasteners and valve seat were broken, and particles of used oil got into the automatic transmission. As a result, it became necessary to completely clean the gearbox from used lubricant. In addition, another problem came to light during the parsing. Due to the ingress of unfiltered particles into the automatic transmission, the gear guides are damaged, which must be replaced with new ones.
Contamination of the lubricant has a huge impact on other automatic transmission systems. If you do not immediately pay attention to these problems, then you can soon find yourself with a completely out of order gearbox.
Faults, regardless of category, have the same causes of breakdowns:
- Deterioration of individual gearbox components.
- Filling with a lubricant with a higher viscosity and technical characteristics, which the car manufacturer does not recommend using in this automatic transmission.
- Carrying out renovation works, during which the car owner uses poor quality expendable materials... Usually it is a deliberate choice of the owner of the car, who takes this step in order to save money.
- Carrying out maintenance of the gearbox with increased intervals between the passed maintenance, the one that is being passed.
- Carrying out repair work by a person who does not have the proper qualifications in this area.
- Improper driving style in which the gearbox is overloaded.
You can determine that your automatic transmission is malfunctioning by the way your car moves on the road. Even a novice motorist can carry out the initial check of the Chevrolet Cruze 1.8 automatic transmission.
Typical automatic transmission breakdowns and their elimination
The automatic transmission, due to its design feature, presents a number of difficulties for carrying out repairs with your own hands, therefore, in case of breakdowns, you need to contact the service center. However, there is a list of faults that the car owner can solve with his own with my own hands.
- Sign:
indicator on dashboard does not correspond to the position of the pile on the gearbox. - Cause:
malfunction of parts of the gear change mechanism. - Remedy:
check the electronic part of the transmission for errors.
- Sign:
the engine starts when the gearbox pile position is not at the N.P marks. - Cause:
broken gearshift mechanism - Remedy:
replacing the gear shift knob bearing.
- Sign:
oil is leaking from the automatic transmission. - Cause:
damage to oil seals;
damage to the bolts of the gearbox housing parts. - Remedy:
replace O-rings;
make a complete replacement of the bolts of the automatic transmission housing.
- Sign:
The automatic transmission does not downshift. - Cause:
damage to the structure of the rods;
the levers are broken. - Remedy:
complete replacement of damaged parts.
However, most serious damage, and violations in the operation of the automatic transmission cannot be done with your own hands. Such breakdowns are made exclusively in service centers of auto dealers, with a record in technical certificate car about the repair of a specific unit of the car.
- Malfunction:
- Cause of malfunction:
- the oil filter is dirty;
- brake bands are torn;
- mechanical damage to friction discs.
- Malfunction:
- the machine does not move in any position of the gear lever.
- Cause of malfunction:
- the oil filter is dirty;
- the torque converter is out of order;
- brake bands are torn;
- mechanical damage to friction discs;
- the main driving gear is completely broken;
- the cuffs of the pistons of the friction discs are torn (with such a breakdown, a complex replacement of parts is required, it will cost 430,000 rubles);
- the valve body is broken.
- Malfunction:
- when switching automatic transmission modes, the car stalls.
- Reasons for the malfunction:
- breakage of bushings in the clutch drum housing (cannot be repaired, the entire drum assembly is replaced);
- the gearbox shaft is broken in half (with this breakdown, the shaft changes with all complementary elements);
- the filter mesh in the oil pump in the automatic transmission is broken;
- the throttle drive in the box is destroyed (cannot be repaired, it is replaced with a set with all plastic pads);
- overrunning clutch rupture (not restored, replaced with a new one);
- rupture of the turbine wheel of the torque converter (with this breakdown, the entire torque converter is replaced);
- the splines of the oil pump are destroyed.
In addition to the above breakdowns, there are others that are found when the Chevrolet Cruze 1.8 automatic transmission is fully disassembled. Among the frequently encountered problems when fully disassembling an automatic transmission are the following:
- metal shavings between the guides;
- cracks in gears and others.
The process of changing the oil in an automatic transmission
V Chevrolet car Cruze 1.8 changing the oil in an automatic transmission is a fairly simple process, subject to the regulations and instructions. However, before performing service work, you need to find out which lubricant should be used in the automatic transmission. And most importantly, you need to know how much lubricant you need to use. Before starting work, you must purchase a new oil filter, lubricant.
- GM-LL-A / B-025;
- QUARTZ 9000;
- ENERGY 0W30;
- ACEA A3 / B4;
- Chevrolet 9000 0W30.
Engineers from the Chevrolet company also emphasize the fact that due to the use of different lubricants in the automatic transmission of the Chevrolet Cruze 1.8 model, the transmission system may completely fail. The replacement of which will cost at least 1,800,000 rubles, while you still have to place an order directly from the car production (on average, the whole process from order to completed repair takes 5.5 months).
It should be noted that a partial change of the lubricant will require the use of at least 5-6 liters of new oil. A complete change of lubricants will require 8 to 9 liters of fluid.
When carrying out this work, you will need:
- several rags;
- container for draining the used lubricant;
- a set of keys.
Updating consumable lubricants in the Chevrolet Cruze 1.8 automatic transmission is performed as follows:
- Place your vehicle on a level surface. It is better to carry out work in a garage pit or on an overpass, lift. This is necessary for complete, convenient access to the automatic transmission.
- Place a container under the lubricant drain valve to drain the used oil.
- Unscrew the drain cap on the automatic transmission, wait until the lubricant mixture is completely drained.
- Fill in new lubricant through the control hole in the automatic transmission.
- After the new lubricant is poured in, it is necessary to check the work performed. To do this, start the engine and shift gears one by one. If there are no difficulties in shifting gears, then switch the car to the parking mode, leaving it to work in this mode for 5-10 minutes.
If your car is equipped with a temperature sensor for the lubricant in the automatic transmission, check its readings. Then check the operation of the transmission while driving. When changing gears when driving on the road, there should be no difficulties. If the work of the box raises no objections, then all the work was done correctly.
Separately, it is worth talking about how much lubricant is required for an automatic transmission. For a complete replacement of the lubricant, you will need about 8 - 8.5 liters. It is worth considering that in order to completely replace the lubricating mixture, it will be necessary to completely dismantle the gearbox, followed by its disassembly, cleaning all the parts of the gearbox. Therefore, as a rule, all car owners carry out a partial oil change, spending 5 - 6 liters of a new mixture for this procedure.
When do you need to change the oil in the automatic transmission?
Often novice motorists ask themselves the question: how often do you need to update the oil for the Chevrolet Cruze 1.8 in the automatic transmission?
From the official data of the auto manufacturer, which are indicated in the technical documentation for the car, it follows:
- The first change of the lubricant mixture should be done at 75,000 kilometers. In the service documentation that goes to the car, the manufacturer says that when visiting the service center to perform maintenance, which is performed every 15,000 kilometers, the driver must make sure that there are no automatic transmission leaks (during this, the car is also checked for electronic errors).
- Check the electronic control unit of the automatic transmission for operational errors.
Official dealers advise to reduce the intervals when renewing lubricants to 55,000 - 65,000 kilometers under increased vehicle load. This point also applies to drivers who use an aggressive driving style. And carry out an oil change in a Chevrolet Cruze Turbo in an automatic transmission at intervals of 45,000 - 53,000 kilometers.
Despite all its shortcomings, the automatic transmission in the Chevrolet Cruze 1.8 can work for a long time without breakdowns. From the statistics, it follows that 89% of vehicles undergoing maintenance do not need repair in due time. The remaining 11% are cars that underwent maintenance with great delays, or were serviced at all with violations of the maintenance schedule.
Automatic transmission fluid is a very special oil. It has unique characteristics and must retain its properties at temperatures from -40 to +400 degrees. Oil serves not only to lubricate automatic transmission mechanisms, it helps to cool the box and is a working fluid. It is the oil that transfers the torque from the engine to the wheels of the car through the automatic transmission. And at the expense of oil, gear changes are made. Without oil, the automatic transmission simply will not work, and if something is wrong with it, it will quickly fail. Therefore, so that the car does not become real estate, it is necessary to carefully monitor the level and condition of the oil.
Oils for automatic transmission of different cars
The symptoms of most automatic transmission problems are in its abnormal operation:
- dynamics falls, the behavior of the car and its acceleration characteristics change;
- when shifting gears, jerks, delays are observed;
- one or more programs are missing;
- box self-diagnosis system shows errors on the dashboard;
- the car does not move when the gear is engaged;
- the box makes strange sounds: howling, crackling, grinding, banging, and so on.
How to check the oil level in an automatic transmission?
Diagnostics of any changes in automatic transmission operation begins with diagnostics of the oil condition.
In most cars, it is quite easy to see the oil level in the automatic transmission.
The procedure looks like this:
On some automatic transmissions, the measurement rules may differ. For example, it is possible to correctly determine the oil level in them only on a cold one. In such automatic transmissions, only the inscription COLD is present on the dipstick. On some probes, the marks may not be related to temperature conditions at all and have a different designation (for example, OK), or they may be just notches or non-letter marks on the dipstick. In some vehicles, the measurement is carried out with the engine running or with the gear selector in neutral.
On modern automatic transmissions, the probe may not be at all. Manufacturers began to create their transmissions maintenance-free. That is, the oil in them is designed for the entire service life of the car or until the first overhaul... Some of these automatic transmissions, indeed, fulfill the manufacturer's statement. But not all. In addition, most drivers drive a car with automatic transmission completely incorrectly and subject them to unnecessary stress. Add to this the harsh continental climate: driving in two-hour traffic jams at a temperature of +40 or driving at -40 with constant warming up and slipping on ice and snow.
Car while driving on a snowy road
As a result, oil in maintenance-free automatic transmissions behaves exactly the same as in serviced ones. It turns black, saturated with fragments and remains of the box mechanisms, becomes contaminated with the remains of plastic and rubber. And it loses its properties, which further leads to the failure of the transmission. They say about such boxes that it is really possible not to change the oil of 200,000 kilometers, just then, along with the oil change, the box itself changes.
Fortunately, it is still possible to change the oil or just monitor its level on such cars. Instead of a dipstick, they have a control hole through which the oil level is correctly set if the box needs repair.
The measurement procedure on such vehicles is as follows:
- The automatic transmission warms up; for this, the car drives from 5 to 20 kilometers.
- Then the car is driven onto a horizontal platform. But this is provided that in order to get to the control hole you do not need a pit or a lift.
- The cork is unscrewed. If the oil has spilled, its level is ok. It is better to use a container and see how much has poured out - the level may be higher than normal. If the oil is not pouring, then it must be topped up.
Topping up oil in maintenance-free automatic transmission at its low level
If the oil level in the box is low, it must be topped up immediately. The box itself cannot consume oil like an engine. If the level has dropped significantly or falls constantly, it means that somewhere in the box there is a leak. Low level oil is very bad for the box. Those mechanisms and parts of it that receive less oil start to burn and fail. A low oil level leads to a violation of the temperature regime, a sharp decrease in the resource of the automatic transmission, a decrease in pressure in the automatic transmission and breakdown of its individual parts. Without oil, the box is able to drive very little and such a mockery ends up in a very, very expensive repair. The consequences can be very different - from none, to a complete replacement of the machine.
If the oil level in the automatic transmission is too high, this is also bad. If it is higher than the norm, the oil begins to foam and loses its properties. The effect is the same as with an underestimated one.
Foamed oil should not be confused with isolated air bubbles. Their appearance is almost normal and occurs when the probe is taken out. The foamed oil is uniform in structure. Different oils have different smells, but none of them smell like fumes. They also differ in color.
Draining the used dirty oil from the automatic transmission
But during the operation of the car, the oil inevitably darkens, becomes cloudy and crumbs and small metal filings appear in it. When changing the oil, it is worth remembering its original color.
Dirty oil can cause irreparable damage to the box. Particles of metal in the oil will begin to abrasively process all the insides of the box, the valve body will be the first to suffer. It will begin to issue abnormal pressure, which will lead to an expansion of the list of breakdowns. Sooner or later, some package of clutches will burn out and its glue base will get into the oil, which will saturate the rest of the clutches and very soon they will all fail. Minor symptoms will develop progressively until the box just dies one day. And it is likely that there will be nothing to fix in it.
How to check the oil level in automatic transmissions of popular car brands. Tips and Features
Toyota Corolla and Camry v40
Level transmission oil for Toyota Corolla and Camry v40 is measured only on a warm car, you cannot measure on a cold one. To do this, you need to drive a Toyota Corolla and Camry v40 at least 5 kilometers. After warming up the engine, the selector lever for Toyota Corolla and Camry v40 is set in position P.
Oil measurement in Toyota Corolla and Camry v40 automatic transmissions should be carried out on a flat area of land. Under the hood of the Toyota Corolla and Camry v40, you need to find a dipstick for measuring the oil. In order to see the oil level after a trip to the Toyota Corolla and Camry v40, you need to wipe the dipstick with a rag. On the dipstick of Toyota Corolla and Camry v40 there will be two marks HOT and COLD. We will be interested in the HOT mark, which will show what is the oil level in warm Toyota Corolla and Camry v40 cars.
Toyota Prado 120
Toyota Prado 120 does not have a dipstick for measuring the oil level, this automatic transmission is maintenance-free. But in the conditions of Russia, it is better to change the oil on the Prado 120 every 80,000 kilometers. The algorithm for measuring oil in the Prado 120 is similar to other automatic transmissions without a dipstick. If the oil level in the Prado 120 automatic transmission is higher than the norm, this is a sign of a malfunction in the transmission.
Chevrolet Cruze
There is no dipstick for measuring oil in the Chevrolet Cruze automatic transmission. The Chevrolet Cruze automatic transmission is maintenance-free; manufacturers claim that the oil will last for a long service life of the car. Despite this, the level and condition of the Chevrolet Cruze automatic transmission oil can still be checked. To do this, you need to lift the Chevrolet Cruze onto a lift and find the control plug on the automatic transmission.
After the control plug of the Chevrolet Cruze is unscrewed, oil will flow from there, and if it has not poured, then the oil level in the Chevrolet Cruze automatic transmission is insufficient. If the oil in the Chevrolet Cruze automatic transmission has a normal level, then it will not be superfluous to see its condition. You can add oil to the Chevrolet Cruze automatic transmission through the breather at the top of the box.
Peugeot 206, 307, 308, Renault Sandero and Citroen C4
Peugeot models 206, 307, 308, Renault Sandero and Citroen C4 are equipped with automatic transmission AL4. Automatic transmissions Peugeot 206, 307, 308, Renault Sandero and Citroen C4 are maintenance-free. However, due to design features Automatic transmissions Peugeot 206, 307, 308 and Renault Sandero are very sensitive to the condition of the oil. Peugeot 206, 307, 308 and Renault Sandero gearboxes with insufficient oil level overheat and fail. You can measure the oil level on automatic transmissions Peugeot 206, 307, 308 and Renault Sandero using the control hole. The procedure for measuring the oil level on automatic transmissions Peugeot 206, 307, 308 and Renault Sandero is similar to other maintenance-free boxes. To measure automatic transmissions Peugeot 206, 307, 308 and Renault Sandero must be warmed up by driving at least 5 kilometers. STO specialists recommend, before measuring, sequentially switch the automatic transmission selector for Peugeot 206, 307, 308, Renault Sandero and Citroen C4 in all positions, lingering in each for 30-60 seconds.
Ford Focus
Automatic transmission Ford Focus maintenance-free. The oil in the Ford Focus automatic transmission is calculated up to the first overhaul - this is approximately 120,000 kilometers. Automatic transmission Ford Focus has a control hole through which the oil level is measured. To measure, you need to warm up the Ford Focus automatic transmission, it is impossible to correctly determine the level on a cold one. The real oil level of the Ford Focus automatic transmission can only be measured on a level surface, after the car has warmed up. If the Ford Focus automatic transmission oil does not flow out of the control hole, then its level is insufficient. There is a filler for the oil filling in the Ford Focus automatic transmission. It is recommended to check the oil level in Ford Focus at least once every 60,000 runs.
Hyundai Solaris IX35 and Accent
Automatic transmission Hyundai Solaris IX35 and Accent do not need an oil change, it is filled for the entire service life of the box. The Hyundai Solaris IX35 and Accent automatic transmissions have a dipstick for checking the transmission oil level. To correctly measure the oil level in the automatic transmission Hyundai Solaris IX35 and Accent, it is necessary to warm up the box by driving 20 kilometers on it. It is not recommended to carry out the measurement in an unheated machine, as the result may be inaccurate. Correct measurement of the oil level in the automatic transmission Hyundai Solaris IX35 and Accent is possible only on a level surface.
Some Hyundai Solaris IX35 automatic transmissions come without a dipstick for measuring the oil level. For such automatic transmissions Hyundai Solaris IX35, it is necessary to measure the level through the control hole. When you unscrew the Solaris IX35 plug, oil will pour out of it. If more than 0.5 liters of oil from Solaris IX35 flows out, this means that the level is higher than necessary. Driving the Solaris IX35 with an oil level below the norm can have dire consequences, as well as with an overestimated one.
Kia Rio, Sid and Sorento
On the automatic transmissions of Kia Rio, Sid and Sorento, there is a dipstick for measuring the oil. To correctly measure the oil level of the Kia Rio, Sid and Sorento automatic transmissions, you will need to warm up the car. This is necessary in order to measure the amount of oil accurately, and this cannot be done in an unheated machine. The measurement of the oil level of the automatic transmission Kia Rio, Sid and Sorento is carried out on a flat surface so that there are no imbalances in the oil level inside the box. Then you need to remove the automatic transmission dipstick Kia Rio, Sid and Sorento, wipe it and insert it back into place. For a warmed-up automatic transmission of Kia Rio, Sid and Sorento, you must look at the HOT mark. If the automatic transmission oil of Kia Rio, Sid and Sorento is at this level, then everything is fine. If the level is higher or lower, it can have serious consequences for the transmission.
Volkswagen Bora, Tuareg, Jetta and B5
Volkswagen cars are equipped with various automatic transmissions - both serviced and not. Volkswagen Bora and Tuareg of the new generation are equipped with maintenance-free boxes. For Volkswagen Tuareg and Bora, the procedures for monitoring the transmission fluid level are similar to other automatic transmissions without a dipstick.
Opel Astra
Opel Astra is equipped with maintenance-free automatic transmissions. To measure the oil level in the Astra automatic transmission, you must use the control hole. When removing the control hole plug from the Astra automatic transmission, oil will flow. If this does not happen, then the oil level in the Astra is low, which means it is necessary to top up it.
Audi A6
The oil in the Audi A6 automatic transmission is filled for the entire service life of the automatic transmission. It Audi A6 can serve until the first repair or overhaul. The overhaul period of the Audi A6 automatic transmission comes after 200,000 kilometers. In order to increase the lifespan of the Audi A6 automatic transmission oil, it is better to check the oil level every 50,000 kilometers, for this there is a control hole.
Mercedes w210
On the Mercedes w210, automatic transmissions can be found both with a dipstick and without it. If the automatic transmission Mercedes w210 has a dipstick, then measurements are made on a warm car.
Oil dipstick in automatic transmission Mercedes w210
If there is no probe on the Mercedes w210 automatic transmission, then measurements can be made only by lifting the car on a lift and finding a control hole. If the oil poured out of the control hole of the automatic transmission Mercedes w210, then everything is in order. By draining the w210 oil into a container, it is necessary to check how much it will leak. If the level is above the norm, this indicates that the automatic transmission is not working properly.
Infiniti G35 and FX35
On the probes of the Infiniti G35 and FX35 automatic transmissions, there is only one OK mark, according to which the compliance of the level with the recommended one is determined. If the oil level in the G35 and FX35 is higher than normal, this indicates a malfunction in the automatic transmission, diagnostics are needed.
Dodge Stratus
These cars have a dipstick with standard markings.
Sanyeng Kyron
Automatic transmission Kyron is maintenance-free, but it is recommended to look at the oil level at least once every 20,000 kilometers due to the low reliability of the gearbox. A control hole is used to track the level.
Mazda CX series
The oil in the Mazda CX series is checked using a dipstick. On the CX 7, for example, it has a bright red mark, which makes it easy to determine the oil level. The measurement of the oil level on the automatic transmission CX is carried out after the car warms up to a temperature of 65 0 C.
Nissan Qashqai
The automatic transmission Nissan Qashqai does not have a dipstick for measuring oil. Automatic transmissions from Nissan are very reliable, leaks are very rare. In extreme cases, in such a Nissan automatic transmission, the oil level can be measured using the control hole. It is recommended to arrange such checks in Nissan every 60,000 runs. Driving at a low oil level in a Nissan automatic transmission or when it is higher than normal can be dangerous for the box.
Volvo XC90
Getting to the dipstick of the Volvo XC90 automatic transmission will be quite problematic. For some reason Volvo placed it in a hard-to-reach place: between the cooling pipes and the wiring. It is recommended to check the oil level in Volvo every 50,000–60,000 kilometers.
Functions ATF oils in automatic transmission Chevrolet Orlando:
- effective lubrication of rubbing surfaces and mechanisms;
- reduction of the mechanical load on the units;
- heat removal;
- removal of microparticles formed due to corrosion or wear of parts.
- wear of automatic transmission oil seals;
- wear of the surfaces of the shafts, the occurrence of a gap between the shaft and the sealing element;
- wear of the automatic transmission sealing element and the speedometer drive shaft;
- backlash input shaft Automatic transmission;
- damage to the sealing layer in the joints between the automatic transmission parts: pallet, automatic transmission housing, crankcase, clutch housing;
- loosening of the bolts that ensure the connection of the above-mentioned parts of the automatic transmission;
Due to a lack of oil or poor-quality oil in the Chevrolet Orlando automatic transmission:
- plungers and channels of the valve body are clogged with mechanical particles, which leads to a shortage of oil in the packages and provokes wear of the sleeve, rubbing parts of the pump, etc.;
- steel transmission discs overheat and wear out quickly;
- rubberized pistons, thrust discs, clutch drum, etc; overheat and burn out;
- the valve body wears out and becomes unusable.
You can check the oil level in the Chevrolet Orlando automatic transmission using a dipstick. The oil dipstick has two pairs of marks - the upper pair Max and Min allows you to determine the level in hot oil, the lower pair - in cold oil. Using the dipstick, it is easy to check the condition of the oil: you need to drip oil onto a clean white cloth.
When choosing a Chevrolet Orlando automatic transmission oil for replacement, you should be guided by a simple principle: it is best to use an oil recommended by Chevrolet. In this case, instead of mineral oil, you can fill in semi-synthetic or synthetic, but in no case should you use oil "lower class" from the prescribed one.
Synthetic oil for automatic transmissions of Chevrolet Orlando is called "irreplaceable", it is filled for the entire service life of the car. This oil does not lose its properties under the influence of high temperature and is designed for a very long service life of the Chevrolet Orlando. But we must not forget about the appearance of mechanical suspension as a result of wear of the clutches with a very significant mileage. If the automatic transmission has been operated for some time in conditions of a lack of oil, it is required to check the degree of its contamination and, if necessary, replace it.
Methods for changing the oil in the Chevrolet Orlando automatic transmission:
- Partial oil change in the Chevrolet Orlando box;
- Complete oil change in the Chevrolet Orlando box;
A complete oil change in the Chevrolet Orlando automatic transmission is carried out using an oil change unit in an automatic transmission, by specialists in the car service. In this case, you will need more oil ATF than the Chevrolet Orlando automatic transmission can accommodate. One and a half or double volume of fresh ATF is used for flushing. The cost will be more expensive than partial replacement, and not every car service provides such a service.
Partial ATF oil change in a Chevrolet Orlando automatic transmission box according to a simplified scheme:
- Unscrew the drain plug, drain the old ATF oil;
- We unscrew the automatic transmission pan, which, in addition to the bolts holding it, is processed along the contour with a sealant.
- We get access to the automatic transmission filter, it is advisable to change it with each oil change, or rinse it.
- At the bottom of the pallet there are magnets that are necessary for collecting metal dust and shavings.
- We clean the magnets and rinse the pan, wipe dry.
- Install the automatic transmission filter in place.
- We install the automatic transmission pan in place, replacing the automatic transmission pan gasket if necessary.
- We tighten the drain plug, replacing the drain plug gasket for the automatic transmission.
