Every motorist knows that a timely oil change is necessary for the smooth operation of the engine. In the Toyota Kopolla engine, it should be carried out every 5-10 thousand kilometers. You can replace it at a car service or yourself. An oil filter is sold at almost any major auto dealership. It is better not to save money and buy a quality product from a well-known manufacturer. The same goes for the oil itself. Using poor quality grease may clog the filter and fail.
- A container into which the used grease will be drained. It is desirable that it contains at least 4 liters and it is not very wide. Otherwise, splashes will fall on the floor.
- Rubber gloves that will protect your skin from burns.
- Socket head. It can be used to loosen the drain plug.
- Tape key. You will need this tool to unscrew the filter, which must be changed at every oil change. Instead of a strap wrench, a socket wrench may also work.
- A rag or newspaper with which you can remove splashes from the floor.
How is the oil change process in a Toyota Corolla car?
The oil filter and oil are changed every 10,000 km, the replacement date may vary slightly depending on specific operating conditions. This article provides an example of an oil change for Toyota Corolla cars from 2010. From 2006 to 2010, all operations are similar, except that the design uses a classic oil filter in a metal housing instead of a filter insert.
To remove and install the oil filter on a Toyota Corolla, you need the following tool: a 14 mm head, a key for the oil insert cap code 09228-06501 or a chain or soft oil filter remover with a strap tape, a funnel, a screwdriver.
Using a screwdriver, remove the rubber plugs from their seats in the engine protection
Unscrew the oil filler plug in the engine compartment
Unscrew the oil drain plug from the crankcase with a 14 mm wrench
We drain the oil to a volume of at least 4.2 liters, this is the volume of oil in the crankcase of the Toyota Corolla 2006-2012 engine, 1.6 liter 1 ZR-FE engine
Unscrew the cap with a special key 09228-06501. The cap can also be unscrewed with a strap wrench or a chain wrench. When unscrewing with a chain wrench, it is necessary to wrap the chain in a strip of rag so as not to damage or leave marks on the plastic cap. I shot it that way.
We take out the cap with the filter element.
We take out the filter element
Instead of the installed original Toyota filter element code 04152-37010, an analogue of Knecht (Mahle Filter) OX 416 D1 was installed
Placement of the filter insert. It is worth noting that the metal cartridge is spring loaded, ensuring that the replacement cartridge is pressed against the sealing surfaces.
View of the filter insert hood. Inscriptions: twist clockwise, unscrew counterclockwise. tightening torque 25 N * m, that is, 2.55 kg per meter.
Six threads, i.e. six turns until fully tightened. A rubber sealing ring (section circle) is installed on the cap. If the ring is in good condition without scoring, gouges, then there is little sense in changing it. The new filter is supplied with a new ring. Replace if necessary, lubricate with oil.
We install a new filter element.
Fill in the oil. The oil is absorbed into the porous surface, so add more oil after it has been absorbed. This is necessary so that in the first seconds of starting the engine, oil immediately begins to flow to the valves through the cardboard, and does not linger in the chamber of the replaceable insert.
We install the cap with the filter insert in place.
Pay attention to the location of the hood. He must turn to his position before removing. On the cap there are risks between which the pointer should be located - seen in the photo opposite the number 10 on the tape measure.
Fill in oil through the oil filler neck. We wrap the cork.
The oil should be between the level marks. After the first drive, check the engine oil level and top up if necessary.
I would also like to highlight the option of express oil change in a car engine, for more information on the technology of operations and the features of such a replacement, you can find in the article "
If, while driving, you feel that the gearbox does not work as usual (the car slips, periodically troit, does not include or includes gears with jerks), then you need to urgently check your gearbox. These symptoms indicate a probable imminent breakdown. Changing the oil in the Opel Vectra B gearbox is the first thing that the car owner should do in the event of any faults identified.
Shocks in the transmission, a drop in power (traction) while driving, the appearance of a gearbox emergency mode signal on the instrument panel are some of the few signs that your gearbox needs care. Often, such problems appear in those cars whose owners have never or for a very long time changed the MTF (manual transmission fluid) or ATF (for automatic transmissions) oil. Whether your vehicle is equipped with a manual or automatic transmission, the symptoms of abnormal transmission will be the same.
Opel Vectra B
From time to time it is necessary to check the MTF or ATF level in your transmission. If the car does not warm up in winter, and its operation is carried out on a cold gearbox, this will also result in further problems. Remember - an untimely replacement can lead to costly repairs.
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Instructions for changing the oil in the manual transmission
Consider the instructions for changing MTF in Opel Vectra B cars for the F13, F17, F18 and F23 gearboxes. The gearbox identification code is located on the top of the transmission case.
Tools
To change MTF fluid in a car, you will need:
- a set of wrenches (in particular, prepare the keys for "13" and "16");
- flat screwdriver;
- thread lock;
- regular pharmacy syringe;
- transmission pallet gasket;
- waste liquid container;
- acetone.
And, of course, you need oil. It is strongly discouraged to use counterfeit oil produced in China for manual transmissions - this is fraught with further breakdowns in the box. The most suitable MTF brand Opel SAE 75W-80 - you need two liters of fluid.
RAVENOL 75W-90 oil for Opel Vectra gearbox Steps
We proceed to the direct oil change:
- We take a wrench on "16" and unscrew the bolts securing the engine crankcase protection to the body.
- We remove the protection.
- We take the key to "13" and unscrew 3 bolts out of the 10 available on the front of the manual transmission pallet (by unscrewing the bolts, the front part will hang a little, respectively, the liquid will drain in this place). The remaining 7 bolts need to be loosened (but not completely unscrewed) to gently drain the MTF.
Opel Vectra manual transmission bottom - Next, you will need a container to collect the spent consumable item - we take it and substitute it under the pallet.
- Then we take a flat screwdriver prepared in advance - you need to insert it between the pallet and the body of your manual transmission and slightly bend part of the pallet.
- Having done this, MTF will start flowing out of the box in a thin stream. When it is glass, you need to unscrew the cover completely and wipe it from the accumulated dirt and waste liquid, as well as the remnants of the rubber gasket. For this, we use acetone or another solvent.
- Then from the remnants of the gasket and MTF, we clean the gearbox housing where the pallet is attached.
Open gearbox Opel Vectra - Next, you need to put the pallet cover in place. We take a pre-prepared thread lock and a gasket, put it on the cover with the red side and tighten all 10 bolts as tight as possible.
- Now we need to remove the front left wheel. For added convenience, you can also remove the battery and its support.
- The wheel has been removed and now, using a key on "13" (it will be more convenient to use a long ratchet), unscrew the MTF level control plug in the box, which is located on the left side of the manual transmission housing.
Check hole for manual transmission oil level - We find the breather under the hood on the manual transmission and unscrew it.
- The MTF is being replaced. To do this, we take a medical syringe and fill in the required amount of MTF through the breather (up to two liters). In order to prevent oil from flowing out of the hole, you need to jack the left side of your Opel Vectra.
Breather for manual transmission Opel Vetra - After wiping off the plug, put it back using the key to "13".
- We tighten the breather.
- As for the cars with the marking of the gearbox "F23", then the MTF is replaced in the same order. Only a few of these manual transmissions have a slightly higher fluid level in the box as standard. Therefore, during the change of the "consumable", when the MTF level has approached the mark of the control hole, the plug (which is located under the bottom, on the box) must be tightened and about half a liter of fluid must be added through the breather. As a rule, control plugs in Opel Vectra B models are marked with a yellow mark.
Automatic transmission oil change instructions
Replacing transmission ATF in an automatic transmission is in many ways similar to changing the oil in a manual transmission, but there are some differences, which we will consider further.
Tools
In the case of replacing ATF in an automatic transmission with an Opel Vectra B, slightly fewer tools will be required (in an automatic transmission, the fluid is drained through a special hole).
To replace ATF in an Opel automatic transmission, we need:
- set of wrenches;
- new gasket;
- tank for spent ATF;
- funnel;
- new oil filter.
You can also get a compressor to blow the filter.
Steps
The frequency of ATF replacement in the automatic transmission is not indicated in the operating instructions. In order for the car to "run" longer, the specialists at the service station recommend replacing the ATF at least every 40 thousand kilometers.
- First you need to warm up your automatic transmission to 60 degrees.
- Then we drive into a pit or overpass and turn off the engine.
- Then you need to crawl under the bottom of the car, find the automatic transmission and unscrew the drain cover on it.
- We are waiting until all the ATF has merged.
Waste oil pan, automatic transmission Opel Vectra - Then, using a key on "13", carefully unscrew the bolts securing the pallet (there is still oil in it).
- We are waiting for the main part of ATF to merge (about 4 liters). Attention! In total, the Opel Vectra automatic transmission contains about 7 liters of oil. At home, it is impossible to completely drain it. This is only done when the gearbox is completely disassembled.
- We dismantle the gasket and install a new one.
New gaskets for automatic transmission Opel Vectra - Then we remove the filter and rinse or purge it from dirt and put it in place, or install a new filtering component instead.
- We twist the ATF drain plug, put the automatic transmission pan in place and tighten it with bolts.
- Then we insert a funnel into the hole for checking the ATF level and pour about the same amount of liquid into the box as it was drained.
- Now we start the engine and, with the brake pedal depressed, alternately switch all speeds with a delay of about 5 seconds.
- Check the liquid level in the box again, top up if necessary.
- You need to make a short trip (up to 10 km) and check the oil level again using the dipstick.
Video "Topping up oil in the manual transmission Opel Vectra"
This video shows how to add fluid to the manual transmission of an Opel Vectra car.
This material will help those who decide to change the transmission fluid in the Opel Vectra. If you found this article useful or have any questions, please leave your comment.
The Opel Astra j is a popular urban mid-size car that combines spectacular looks, excellent performance and ease of service.
Do-it-yourself oil change in the automatic transmission Opel Astra
Oil in automatic transmission Opel Astra J has a high viscosity, therefore, the procedure for changing the oil in the transmission must be carried out after a short trip, without waiting for the oil to cool. This will allow you to drain most of the old used oil when carrying out these service work yourself. Also remember to use lubricants that are appropriate for your climate region and approved by the manufacturer.
Helpful information
Astra uses compact automatic transmissions, so 4 liters of oil will be enough for a partial lubricant change. Also for this work you will need a rag, a TORX wrench, a syringe and a container for draining.
Pay attention to the color of the old used oil. It can be light, chestnut, or pitch black. We recommend that you perform this procedure every 30 - 35 thousand kilometers, which will allow you to guarantee the longest possible operation of your automatic transmission without having to perform a complicated one.
With a complete oil change, it is also necessary to change the transmission oil. Full oil change in the automatic Opel Astra j does not present any difficulty and can be easily done independently. Remember also that with a complete oil change, it is necessary to drain the waste fluid not only directly from the box itself, but also from the torque converter. To do this, after changing the oil, you need to remove the pipe from the torque converter, through which the lubricant is supplied to the box. Let the engine run for a few minutes, which will be enough to drive the old oil out of the converter. You will need a GM / Opel automatic transmission oil. Room: 19 40 184 (Refueling volume 4L).
Procedure for changing gear oil
After a short trip, the car must be parked on an overpass or pit.
We remove the metal protection from the transmission, after which we got access to the control and drain hole.
Unscrew the inspection and drain plugs.
We substitute the container into which the old gear oil will be drained. It takes approximately 10 minutes to completely drain the oil from the gearbox.
We tighten the drain hole and use the special TORX wrench to unscrew the filler cap.
You will not be able to pour oil directly from the container, so for this work you need to use a small elastic tube with a funnel.
It is necessary to fill in new oil until it begins to flow out of the control hole. Next, close the filler and control plug.
Let the car run for about 10 minutes. Depress the brake pedal and switch modes of the gear selector.
This completes the oil change in the automatic transmission Opel Astra J. As you can see, carrying out these service works is not particularly difficult. With proper skill, you can complete the entire procedure in 20 - 30 minutes. Changing the transmission oil does not require the use of any special tools and complex equipment.
Our service offers a service - 100% replacement of automatic transmission oil on the device.
One of the reasons for the failure of an automatic transmission is its untimely maintenance. According to GM's recommendation, the oil change schedule in the Opel automatic transmission is every 60 thousand km, but this interval may change downward depending on the nature of the operation. Some car owners are even afraid to change the oil in the automatic transmission, after listening to the "garagemen".
Myth number 1: "After changing the oil, the automatic transmission will fail"
Indeed, there is some truth in this, but it is connected with the fact that usually they come to change the oil when the first problems began (jerks, jerks, vibration). When, after a certain period of time, the automatic transmission gets into repair, this is associated with an oil change. But with such problems, it is not necessary to change the oil, but to repair the Opel automatic transmission. It is also important how to change the oil. At the training courses, the manufacturer of the automatic transmission AISIN unequivocally recommends not to shake the oil in the sump, but to replace it through a special installation (hardware oil change in the Opel automatic transmission).
myth number 2
Changing the oil on the stand leads to the "washing out" of the necessary deposits, which clog the filter, and other harm to the hardware replacement. By the way, garage services shout about this most of all, for which they feel sorry for the funds for the purchase of an installation for changing the automatic transmission oil.
"Necessary" deposits do not exist, and those that do exist have to be cleaned out with a screwdriver during automatic transmission repairs, since they are dense and firmly hold onto the surface.
On the picture:a filter with a collapsed automatic transmission Opel Astra J (remnants of rubber pistons and iron elements are visible) - it is still very far from being completely filled with wear products.
The options to drain half of the oil from the automatic transmission, take a ride and refill it again (partial oil change), which the garages recommend, are not very suitable for your car.
And that's why:
1) You need to understand for yourself why the oil in the automatic transmission is changing - so that clean, transparent oil remains in the box without wear products;
2) The remaining dirty oil is a catalyst for the aging of the new one;
3) In this way (partial oil change), it is difficult to achieve the result. Take a glass of tea leaves and a glass of water and experiment (drain half and pour over again). How many times will it take to make the water in the glass clear to an acceptable level?
I read somewhere that to renew the oil in this way (the remainder is up to 1% pollution), it must be changed 12 times.
OPEL automatic transmission
As for the automatic transmission: the F17 Aisin installed on the Astra H and Astra G is almost eternal, and only the ingress of antifreeze through the cooling radiator "tarnished" their reputation for not being killed by automatic transmissions. The same reliability is possessed by the Opel Corsa D automatic machines. With a timely oil change in the Corsa D automatic transmission, you will not have any problems with it. With the advent of budget 6T30, 6T40 and 6T45 (ASTRA J and Chevrolet CRUZE), car owners have more headaches: not only does the mechanical part fall apart on its own (the stopper flies with consequences), but also the valve body (solenoids) fails when overheated , which entails increased wear of the clutches. In addition, the electronic automatic transmission unit itself fails with errors according to EEPROM P0601 and P0700.
And the owners themselves contribute to the failure of the automatic transmission by improper operation:
- Cold intensive starts.
Make it a rule to warm up the car a little in winter, so that environmentalists don't talk there. This is true for internal combustion engines and automatic transmissions. In general, a slipper to the floor at a traffic light is not for this automatic transmission.
- Avoid skidding in snow and mud whenever possible.
- Don't drag another car with a tie.
- Don't storm the curbs. If you run into a curb, then it is better to overcome it with acceleration.
- Flush radiators at least once a year.
This can be done correctly if you take the external radiator to the side. Often there is a "felt boot" made of poplar fluff. The operation is useful for both the air conditioner and the internal combustion engine.
- Installing an internal combustion engine protection impairs heat exchange under the hood.
The engine compartment gets very hot, especially in traffic jams (thanks to the catalyst). An increase in the temperature of the oil in the automatic transmission by 10 degrees reduces the life of the oil by 2 times. If you really need the protection of the internal combustion engine, then it should be at least with slots.
- GM releases software updates regularly. The meaning of updates is in solving problems that may arise during the operation of the car. Some critical updates are installed according to a revocable company, another according to a customer complaint, and the rest for money at the request of the client. Check the latest version.
- Timely replacement of fluid (oil) in the automatic transmission.
Why is oil change necessary in OPEL automatic transmission?
During the operation of the vehicle, transmission oil is exposed to heat, contaminated with wear products of friction discs and metal dust. Dirty oil leads to abrasive wear and clogging of solenoid and hydraulic valves and ceases to perform the main function of heat removal. Unfortunately, the box filter is not always able to clean the oil from wear products (modern 6-speed automatic transmissions have just a piece of foam rubber inside), and it is impossible to replace the filter with an Opel automatic transmission without disassembling the box. Manufacturers of automatic transmissions are recommended to change the transmission oil every 40-60 thousand km of run.
What can you tell from the color and smell of transmission fluid?
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Transmission fluid can tell a lot about the condition of an automatic transmission. The new liquid is usually clear and has no characteristic odor. Most likely the box is in good condition. The total mileage of the car will help to decide on the need for servicing the automatic transmission
ATF with a brownish tint and a slight burning smell - the fluid starts to burn, and, most likely, due to overrun, the ATF sludge was not completely changed during the last transmission service. If the automatic transmission works normally, completely change the fluid.
ATF is brown in color with a characteristic type of burning and a smell of varnish - the liquid has burnt out, and it is possible that there are already problems with the transmission. Without a doubt, the transmission has already begun to wear out, so repairs are just around the corner.
ATF is dark in color with a pungent odor - the liquid has burnt out, and the box, apparently, too. Automatic transmission repair required.
If one or more of the following conditions occur frequently, the vehicle is considered to be operating under harsh conditions: Cold starts, stopping frequently, driving with a trailer, driving on poor and sandy roads, high air pollution, sand or high particle content dust in the air, significant temperature changes, long trips at high speeds
Complete oil change in automatic transmission device.
The essence of the procedure using the example of changing the oil in an automatic transmission Opel Astra J. The oil cooling hose is disconnected from the radiator, and an installation for changing the automatic transmission oil is placed in the gap between the gearbox and the radiator. We start the car, the automatic transmission pump pumps oil into the installation, and, having passed through it, is drained into a canister for old oil. The installation determines the amount of oil and its pressure that passed through it, and the same volume of clean oil and with the same pressure is supplied to the automatic transmission oil cooling radiator.
At the first sign of the following malfunctions:
- jerks when shifting gears;
- missing transmissions;
- blows in the automatic transmission;
- slipping,
in order not to aggravate the problem, it is necessary to drain and inspect the oil for chips, overheating. Wherein:
- If there are shavings, disassembly and troubleshooting are needed.
- There are no shavings - you need to check the solenoids (valves) and the valve body on a vacuum stand for leaks.
GM also has a requirement to check the performance (throughput) of the automatic transmission radiator after repairs. In our service, we can offer a hardware complete oil change in the Opel automatic transmission on a special installation (12 liters of oil will be required) In our service we can offer a partial Opel oil change (5 liters of oil will be required)
Opel automatic transmission oil change cost \u003d 2200 rubles +300 rubles (removal and installation of protection, if any)
Opel Astra J automatic transmission cooling pipes leak
Another Opel brand defect is a leak in the cooling pipes of the Opel automatic transmission. Structurally, these tubes are two aluminum tubes connected by a rubber hose. Through them, transmission oil is pumped, which is cooled in the radiator. The seal between the hose and the pipes is done using couplings that are clamped in a special press. This connection is the source of the leak. Replacing the tubes with new ones solves the problem for 15,000 km, after which they start to "snot" again.
We remembered that the Astra F did not have "technological" fittings, but used reinforced hoses and clamps. Simple and reliable. Having tried to apply this simple technology to the restoration of cooling pipes of automatic transmission Astra J, we were convinced of its effectiveness.
Since after replacing the tubes, the oil level needs to be corrected, it is better to combine these works with changing the automatic transmission oil.
Installation of an additional automatic transmission cooling radiator on the Opel Astra and Chevrolet Cruze
There are several reasons for installing an additional radiator:
1) Insurance against the fact that antifreeze gets into the automatic transmission oil (this is a common problem with the Opel Astra N);
2) Overheating of oil in the automatic transmission (Chevrolet AVEO, CRUZE).
On budget cars, automatic transmission oil and ICE antifreeze are located in the same radiator and, as they age, lead to the above problems.
We believe that the installation of an additional radiator is a necessary measure, and in order to reduce the amount of "amateur performance" we use factory solutions from other car brands.
The photo below shows how an additional automatic transmission oil cooling radiator from a Hyundai car was adapted.
In order to keep the automatic transmission oil temperature at an optimal level in winter, a standard thermostat for the automatic transmission oil was installed in the system.
The cost of installing an additional radiator is 10,000 rubles.
The cost of installing an additional thermostat is 7,000 rubles.
