How to choose and change the oil filter for a VAZ 2114?

Author: Ivan Baranov

For proper operation of the car, it is important to monitor the condition of all systems: change oils and fluids on time, make the necessary repairs. Many VAZ 2114 owners, in order to save on maintenance, change the oil themselves. To do this, you need to purchase a suitable oil and oil filter: the VAZ 2114 is easy to maintain. To change the oil, you do not need to have special skills. In the article you can find information on which oil filter is best to choose and step-by-step instructions for replacing it.

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Oil filter analogues

When choosing an oil filter for a VAZ 2114, you can pay attention to substitutes.
Parts from domestic manufacturers have several common weaknesses - a low-quality filter element and a weak check valve, which does not retain oil well inside the filter when the engine is not running. Oil filters from foreign manufacturers generally have better quality, and more positive reviews from customers. But when buying an oil filter foreign manufacturers, there is a high probability of running into a fake.

We recommend the following replacements for the original oil filter for the VAZ 2114:

• Sakura TC-25011K – Manufacturer – Sakura Corporation. Price – from 150 rub. The filter has different positive and negative reviews. The weak point is the insufficiently strong filter element.
• Mann W914/2 – Manufacturer – the famous German corporation MANN + HUMMEL. Average price – from 170 rubles. The company's oil filters are trusted by both VAZ car owners and sellers. High-quality filter element and reliable check valve design.
• FRAM PH5660 – Manufacturer – Sogefi Aftermarket. Price – from 230 rub. High-quality oil filter with good reviews. The main advantage is the placement of the filter element in the shape of an “accordion”, which provides a large filtration area.

Oil filter Sakura TC-25011K

Oil filter Mann W914/2

Which oil filter is better for VAZ 2114 injector 8 valves

Despite the openly disregardful attitude of most car enthusiasts towards this unit, a timely serviced oil filter on a VAZ 2114 is the key to adequate operation of the car’s engine. Most owners of the “fourteenth” save money and change the oil themselves. This can really be done easily, the main thing is to know which oil filter to choose and how to change it.

Oil filters for VAZ-2114

The quality of the engine of any car depends on the complex technical condition of its components: bearings, pistons, rings, etc. The task of the lubrication system in a car algorithm is to reduce the load on all moving components, which significantly increases their service life.

IMPORTANT! Oil starvation of the engine is a serious problem - the result, at best, will be inverted liners, and at worst, the engine will need to be replaced.

As engine joints interact, fine dust and chips appear, which over time turns the lubricating fluid into an abrasive, which only increases wear.

The oil filter, included in the lubricating fluid circulation system, filters out all small particles and retains them.

For the system to operate correctly, this element must retain no less than 95% of the total number of foreign elements supplied to the oil during vehicle operation.

Oil filter replacement intervals

According to the technical recommendations of the manufacturer, the oil filter is replaced along with changing the oil itself, that is, every 10-15 thousand km, provided that the car is used in favorable conditions. If the vehicle is operated in aggressive conditions, the oil must be changed every 5-10 thousand km.

Aggressive conditions include:

• a specific environment, manifested in high (low) humidity, constant low or extremely high temperatures and other climate features;
• operation of a vehicle under conditions of critical weight loads;
• frequent operation of the engine in low gears (traffic jams, slow driving on poor-quality road surfaces);
• aggressive driving style in general or operating the car in a manner not intended by its design: rally, hunting, racing.

Choosing which oil filter is better for the VAZ-2114

The ideal place to buy an oil filter is a certified VAZ service center, but given the realities of our country, it is best to buy such things from friends, although they can deceive.

Oil filters for VAZ 2114

In order not to purchase a frankly low-quality product, you should pay attention to the following nuances of the product:

• the quality of the packaging and the presence of spelling, grammatical or semantic errors on the packaging, if any - the filter is a fake of the worst quality;
• the presence of burrs on the filler holes - the original filter does not have them;
• the presence of “VAZ stripes” on the side ring;
• elasticity of the sealing gum – it should be high;
• the product body must be durable and free from defects;
• the paper must be glued carefully, and there must be no streaks or other traces of glue;
• the thread must be of high quality and not have any visible defects.

Fulfilling all the conditions will not be able to protect you from buying a fake with 100% probability, but at least it will be of high quality.

About the manufacturers

A domestic motorist choosing a filter for his VAZ 2114 has two options: buy a domestic “original” or a foreign analogue.

It is important to take into account that Russian filters have three weaknesses:

• bad filter element;
• weak bypass valve;
• the price is higher than that of foreign analogues (190 rubles).

If a motorist decides to choose a foreign-made filter (which is cheaper due to the RRP policy), he should pay attention to:

1. Mann W914/2 – price 170 rub. A high-quality German product that does not cause any complaints from motorists. It won’t let you down even after 10 thousand km. aggressive exploitation.
2. Sakura TC-25011K – price 150 rub. A Japanese filter that surpasses the domestic one in terms of its characteristics, but is not worth saving 20 rubles on Mann. The main weakness is the violation of the integrity of the filter elements.
3. FRAM PH5660 – price 230 rub. It has an increased filtration area and general reliability, but is too often counterfeited by domestic craftsmen, so it is extremely difficult to find the original.

WORTH KNOWING! If a motorist is really concerned about the question of whether a low or high oil filter is better for the VAZ 2114, there is only one answer - it’s not significant.

The main thing is that it meets the technical characteristics of the car, namely the bypass valve opens to 1.2 Bar, and the filter itself is suitable in size.

The original filters of VAZ cars were long until model 2108, after which a shorter version began to be used.

Oil change and consumption of VAZ 2114

How much oil is in the box of a VAZ 2114, how to choose and change it

The entry is more for myself than for readers, so as not to forget when I changed the oil and the consumption at that time. (mileage 148,000 km) I went to the village (270 km) towards Tyumen for the weekend, bought engine and gearbox oil + engine oil dipstick.

I went with the hope of not rushing to change everything, because there is a good general overpass, but upon arrival I was upset, the overpass is covered with snow, apparently no one needs it in winter... well, let’s awaken the design engineer in ourselves and build a homemade mini overpass

As for the consumption, the BC does not lie, I checked it, it shows everything is correct up to a kilometer and up to a tenth of a liter. consumption result in the photo.

(5.5 liters per 100 km)

(it took 15 liters for 275 km)

What is your fuel consumption on the highway and in the city?

Which oil to choose and how much to fill it in

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The quality of engine oil is the most important indicator when choosing a lubricant. The reliability of the power plant depends on it. When buying a used car, it is better to change the oil immediately, no matter what the previous owner says. In addition, you should choose oil from well-known brands and with suitable parameters. The frequency of engine oil changes for the VAZ-2114 is 10 thousand kilometers. During this time, the oil will not have time to lose its beneficial properties, and all engine components will be safe

When choosing oil, you should pay attention to seasonality, namely the viscosity characteristics of the product

For example, there are three types of oil - synthetic, semi-synthetic and mineral. For the VAZ-2114, semi-synthetic oil will be sufficient, but if possible, it is better to purchase pure synthetic oil. This is the thinnest and most fluid oil, very resistant to low temperatures. It never freezes, which ensures quick and easy engine starting, regardless of weather conditions. As for mineral oil, it is better to fill it with very high mileage, and preferably in relatively warm weather, since in winter such oil is prone to freezing. This may have a negative effect on engine starting. Semi-synthetic – is a mixture of synthetics and mineral oil. In terms of quality, it is noticeably superior to mineral water, but noticeably inferior to synthetics. It can also be recommended for older cars.

The viscosity characteristics of the oil are presented in the form of international standards ACEA, as well as SAE. There is also such an indicator as the degree of API quality. All this information is provided in the user manual. You should proceed from these parameters when choosing an original oil or an analogue oil.

Oil volume

A certain amount of oil is poured into the VAZ-2114 engine, but there are some nuances here. For example, if the engine contains remnants of old oil, dirt and metal shavings, in this case, of course, it will not be possible to fill the full volume. Usually for the VAZ-2114 it is recommended within 3 - 3.7 liters of motor fluid. In any case, oil must be poured until liquid begins to come out of the oil filler hole - this indicator indicates a sufficient level. It will probably not be possible to fill 3.7 liters due to the presence of dirt and chips. To introduce the full volume, a comprehensive cleaning of the engine from dirt deposits will be required. Alternatively, a comprehensive flush can be replaced with a regular partial oil change, which should be carried out every 500-600 kilometers, and so on three times. This will ensure effective cleaning of the engine from deposits.

Finally, we will highlight the most suitable oils for the VAZ-2114, and the parameters for them:

• Mobile 3000 5W-40
• Eneos 10W-40 (semi-synthetic)
• Shell 5W-40 Helix HX8 Synthetic
• ZIK A+ 10W-40
• Q8 Excel 5W-40
• Liqui Molly 5W-40
• Lukoil 5W-40
• Elf 10W-40 700STI
• Motul.

Sources

• maslospec.ru/skolko-masla-v-dvigatele-vaz-2114.html
• drive2.ru/l/9102837/
• ladaautos.ru/vaz-2114/skolko-maslo-nuzhno-dvigatelyu-vaz-2114.html
• prosmazku.ru/zamena/skolko-masla-dvigatele-vaz-2114
• oilspec.ru/zamena/menyaem-maslo-vaz-2114

Do-it-yourself engine oil change

Work is carried out with the engine warmed up to operating temperature. We drive the VAZ 2114 into the inspection hole

We turn off the engine, take precautions (handbrake, gear)

Open the hood and filler neck. We go down into the viewing hole. If there is engine protection, but it does not have a hole for access to the drain plug of the engine crankcase pan, dismantle it. Using a metal brush, clean the drain plug from dirt and unscrew it. In order not to tear off the edges, we use the cap side of the wrench or a socket head with a knob. Drain the waste into a prepared container with a volume of at least 4 liters. Until the oil starts dripping. Using a special puller, unscrew the oil filter. If there is no tool, and the filter does not respond to force applied by hand, you can use a powerful screwdriver or a hard metal rod. If you don’t have a key, a screwdriver will help you unscrew the filter. Punch through the oil filter and, using the screwdriver as a lever, unscrew it

Proceed with caution; oil will leak from the filter. Wipe the filter seat with a clean rag.

Lubricate the rubber ring of the new filter element to avoid tears during installation and tighten it with a force of 40 Hm

We use a torque wrench. Without tools, we do the same with a filter remover or with our hands. Turn it ¾ of a turn after the rubber band touches the engine housing. Tighten the drain bolt. Fill in new engine oil. The total volume of required lubricant in the system is 3.7 liters.

After three fresh liters of oil, check the level using a dipstick. We focus on the min and max marks. The level should be in the middle. If necessary, add in small portions. Motor oil tends to expand when heated. Therefore, it is on a hot engine that the final measurement of the lubricant level is made. Should correspond to the maximum mark.

Important. Deviations from the optimal level may affect the overall performance and health of the engine.

An insufficient level, especially when operating an unheated internal combustion engine, is unable to adequately ensure the lubricating properties of engine elements. As a result, accelerated wear.

A level higher than normal will cause excess pressure in the system, which may affect the tightness of the seals. The most vulnerable places, such as crankshaft oil seals, can leak.

Based on all of the above, we can conclude that changing the lubricant on a VAZ 2114 is a necessary procedure that any car owner can perform.

Replacement steps

Now let's talk directly about how to change the oil in a VAZ 2114 engine.

To work on draining the old fluid and filling in new lubricant, you will need a certain set of tools, which includes:

• New engine oil that meets the vehicle's requirements;
• New oil filter;
• Dry rags that do not leave lint or threads;
• Container for old oil;
• 17mm wrench.

Draining used oil

1. The car is placed on the inspection hole. You will need to get under the bottom.
2. Run the engine for a short time to allow the lubricant to warm up. Due to this, it will drain out of the crankcase faster and more fully.
3. Open the filler cap located on the valve box. This will relieve pressure.
4. Now crawl under the car, taking the key number 17 with you.
5. It is advisable to choose a socket wrench, since the drain plugs are usually too tight. Using a spanner may cause you to lose edges. It is better not to allow this, since you will have to change the plug.
6. Place a container with a volume of about 5 liters at the bottom. Be careful not to let the leaking oil splash onto you. It is hot, plus not every wife will want to wash off oil stains, and not every washing machine will be able to.
7. After unscrewing the plug on the oil pan, let the oil drain into a prepared container. Do not rush to completely unscrew the plug. Turn it gradually until oil starts flowing. After this, feel free to remove it completely. It often falls into a container for collecting waste liquid. It's no big deal, it happens to many people. Getting it later will not be a problem.
8. Be careful during the first couple of hours, because due to a warm engine, the oil may not only be hot, but also come out under pressure.
9. The process of expressing the oil will take about 10 minutes. If you decide not to warm up the engine, then you will have to wait even longer.
10. Be sure to remove the old oil filter on the VAZ 2114, which is located at the rear on the passenger side. It is usually easily removed by hand, but sometimes it does not just give in. Use a special key.
11. When there is also no key to remove the filter, insert a screwdriver into the housing. Using it as a lever, the oil filter is eventually removed. But this is an extreme measure, which is still not recommended.
12. Make sure the old filter gasket comes out as well. If it remains in its seat, remove it. For a new filter, be sure to use a new gasket. They often come included.
13. About 100-200 milliliters of clean new oil are poured into the new filter, and the rubber gasket is also treated with lubricating fluid.
14. Insert it into its rightful place and tighten it. The filter is screwed on until the gasket comes into contact with the surface. After this, there is no need to make more than 3/4 of a turn. This installation option is enough for the filter to hold firmly.
15. Close the drain hole in the oil pan with a plug.
16. Perform flushing if necessary.

Filling with new oil

1. Head to the neck located on the valve box cover. That is, now you are working directly in the engine compartment. It's time to crawl out of the hole;
2. To make it more convenient to pour liquid into the engine from a container with oil, use a small funnel;
3. First fill in approximately 2.7 liters of oil;
4. Whether you add it or not can be checked using a dipstick;
5. Wait a while for the oil to settle;
6. Now take the dipstick and check the level. Optimally, the oil should be at a level between the Max and Min marks indicated on the dipstick. At the same time, many are interested in how much oil to pour into the VAZ 2114 engine. We will answer. This requires about 3.8 liters of lubricant. Plus you will need about 200 milliliters for the filter. Although some argue that 100 milliliters is enough;
7. The filler plug is closed;
8. After this, you must start the engine and let it run for a while. This will allow the new oil to distribute throughout the system;
9. Turn off the engine and let the car sit for a while;
10. Now check the level again with the dipstick. If necessary, add fluid to the optimal level;
11. You should not fill the entire canister at once, as this may be too much. It is not possible to get rid of all the old oil, because some will still remain inside. Consequently, this affects the total amount of new fluid being added;
12. Be sure to remove any drops of oil that remain on the engine. This must be done for security reasons.

That's it, the procedure is completed. Now you can compare how much it cost to change the oil yourself and what amounts the nearest service stations require. You will be pleasantly surprised and continue the practice of independently replacing the lubricating fluid for the engine of your VAZ 2114.

Prerequisites for changing the oil

• The mileage since the previous oil change is approaching 60,000 km. Using a lubricant for a longer period of time will result in loss of lubricating properties. The wear of gearbox elements increases.
• the appearance of extraneous noise in the gearbox. Difficulty when shifting gears. A grinding noise when shifting gears, a constant humming noise that occurs at certain speeds.
• the presence of a large accumulation of metal shavings or black color of the oil. Determined by visual inspection of the oil dipstick when checking the lubricant level.
• burning smell. With heavy loads on the transmission. Using low gears at high engine speeds.
• change of season.

What will be needed when replacing

1. New transmission lube.
2. Flushing fluid for cleaning the gearbox.
3. Key or socket 17.
4. Drain container.
5. Syringe or funnel for filling.
6. Clean rags.

Is it worth washing the box of a VAZ 2114

During operation, metal shavings are formed as a result of friction of gearbox elements. The large one settles at the bottom, the part that is attracted by the magnet on the drain plug. The fine particles spread throughout the box, settling on its elements. When draining, some of the oil and chips remain on the crankcase walls and gearbox gears.

Advice. The use of flushing liquids allows you to drain the maximum amount of waste and clean out settled chips. It is especially recommended to flush the gearbox when changing the oil.

Mixing lubricants of different viscosities affects homogeneity and reduces lubricating properties. Without flushing, only most of the old oil can be drained.

Step-by-step instructions for changing the oil filter

Replacing the oil filter on a VAZ 2114 begins with the preparatory process

During it, attention is paid to a number of main points that allow you to independently replace the filter element without contacting specialists

At the initial stage, all consumables and components are purchased. In addition to the oil and filter, you will need preventive replacement of gaskets, rubber bands and other parts. If necessary, the system is checked and worn connections are identified.

To work, you will need a level place; if available, use an overpass, a lift or an inspection hole. If this is not possible, a jack and supports will do. To drain and fill the lubricant, the vehicle must be raised evenly.

At the same time, pay attention to warming up the engine. It improves oil circulation and ensures complete drainage from the system

However, taking into account the temperature of the lubricant and the engine itself, attention is paid to safety precautions.

The main emphasis is on the possibility of burns due to a warm engine and lubricant toxicity. In this context, it is recommended to carry out all work in special clothing and rubber gloves. It is also not allowed to drain used oil onto the ground or into wastewater.

Taking into account the above requirements, the following equipment will be needed to replace the oil filter:

• unnecessary old clothes, rubber gloves;
• container for draining used lubricating fluid;
• a set of screwdrivers, keys, a collar with attachments, a probe;
• new oil and funnel for filling;
• new filter element.

The list of necessary tools for replacing the oil filter in a VAZ 2114 also includes a special collar for unscrewing the casing. It is usually removed by hand, but additional equipment may be required.

The list also includes parts and components to replace worn connections.

Particular attention is paid to gaskets and sealants - the lack of tightness and unreliability of these elements can lead to the formation of leaks

The general procedure for independently replacing the oil filter in a VAZ 2114 involves the following stages:

after the engine has warmed up, uncork the filler neck in the engine compartment; in the lower part, remove the engine protective casing, if any; Place a container for draining oil under the drain plug and uncork the drain; While the lubricating fluid is draining, check the plug and change the washer; then the container is moved under the filter, the casing is unscrewed; when removing a used cartridge, pay attention to the components - the perforated rod must remain in place, the rubber seals must be changed; soak the new filter with oil, install it in place, monitor the position of the seals - they should not come out of their grooves; the casing is tightened, the drain plug is also clogged, the system is returned to its original state; New oil is poured into the system; in terms of its quantity, they are guided by the drained volume.

After filling, the engine is warmed up for 10-15 minutes until the lubricant fills all mechanisms. After this, check the oil level - in a heated and cooled state, it should not go beyond the permissible limits of the dipstick.

Within a few days after replacement, it is recommended to check the level and condition of the lubricant, as well as inspect the system for loose connections and leaks. If signs of malfunction are detected, repairs are carried out and, if necessary, contact specialists.

We are replacing

The first question that arises for novice drivers is how often to make a change. The oil filter in the VAZ 2114 is usually changed along with an oil change. The main guideline is the mileage of the car. It is recommended to make a replacement every 15 thousand kilometers under normal operating conditions, in more difficult conditions - 7-10 thousand. Timely maintenance extends engine life. The frequency of replacement may be influenced by the following factors:

• change of season;
• terms of Use;
• lubricating fluid quality;
• condition of the car as a whole and its components.

For different seasons, the lubricant differs in viscosity; for operation in winter it has a lower viscosity than in the summer season.

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Changing the oil

Typically, the lubricant change procedure begins with draining the old fluid. An inspection hole or overpass is best suited for this procedure. Having gained full access to the bottom of the car, this replacement will be much easier.

But before starting work, you need to warm up the machine, which will greatly simplify draining the viscous liquid, the fluidity of which is significantly improved by heating.

After this, you can begin to dismantle the plug on the drain hole. But before this, it is worth preparing a container for the waste substance in advance.

Tools

Despite the fact that changing the oil in a VAZ 2114 engine is a fairly simple procedure and does not require professional skills, it is still worth preparing for it in advance.

To do this, you will need a number of tools available to every motorist, which are also necessary to replace the pressure sensor:

1. First of all, buy a sufficient amount of motor lubricant. Typically these are containers with a volume of 5 liters or more;
2. Rags;
3. Lubricant filter;
4. 17mm wrench. For convenience, it is best to have both a socket and a socket version. This can make DIY changing procedures much easier. You should choose a high-quality tool, since the drain plugs are usually tightly tightened and considerable effort will be required to remove them;
5. A container of sufficient volume to drain the waste substance. Usually a 5-liter canister is enough for this type of work. But to avoid inconvenience when draining, the neck of the tank must be of sufficient diameter;
6. Funnel;
7. Oil filter removal wrench.

After preparing all the tools, you can start working.

Step-by-step instruction

The procedure for changing the lubricant yourself consists of several steps described below in the instructions:

1. Using a 17 wrench, the drain plug in the tank is removed. In some cases, a regular wheel wrench may be suitable for this purpose. You must be careful when removing the cover, because if it has not been opened for a long time and is difficult to remove, then its edges can be torn off. This will lead to an increase in the price of maintenance costs;
2. After the plug has given way and unscrewed 60 percent of the entire thread, you need to prepare a canister in advance into which the waste liquid will be drained. Also, do not put your hands under the lid, as the substance will still be hot and can burn the skin;
3. Carefully remove the plug and wait for the draining to finish. It is worth waiting at least 10 minutes;
4. Next, the filter is removed. It is usually located on the passenger side (see photo on the right). To dismantle it, additional tools are usually not required, but if difficulties arise, it is best to use a special key. To better know the location of this element, you can see the photo of the engine compartment structure. The images will also help to dismantle and replace the pressure sensor;
5. After removing the old filter, you can begin installing the new one. To do this, you need to pour 200 grams of new lubricant into it, and you also need to lubricate the rubber gasket with it. Then you can put on a new filter. To secure it, 5-6 turns are enough. At the end, you need to screw the drain pan plug back on;
6. Now you can start pouring new lubricant into the engine. For this, the neck on the engine is used, it is located on the valve box cover itself. To avoid overflow, it is best to use a wide funnel.

Do not completely pour in the entire required volume. For starters, 3 liters will be enough. After waiting for some time, you should check the fill level. It should be located between the “min” and “max” values. Now you can add everything else to the maximum allowable volume mark.

After the work has been done, you should clean the engine compartment from drops using a rag and you can start the car.

How to change the oil filter on a VAZ 2114?

Now that the car enthusiast understands which oil filter is best for the VAZ 2114, or more precisely how to choose it, all that remains is to figure out how to change it.

To do this you will need a number of tools:

• key to 17;
• flat-head screwdriver (special key, if available);
• rubber gloves and rags to avoid chemical burns;
• a container into which the old lubricating fluid will be drained.

Special wrench for removing the oil filter

The algorithm for performing the procedure itself is as follows:

1. You warm up the car, to do this, leave it idling until the temperature reaches 80 degrees; to speed up this process, you can “turn on the gas.”
2. Place a container to drain the oil, put on gloves and place rags nearby. The liquid and the filter itself will be hot, which means safety precautions must be followed.
3. Unscrew the old oil filter. You can try to do this by hand, but if the filter “sticks” due to violation of operating conditions, you will have to use a special wrench.

Working with a special key

ADVICE! If you don’t have a key and you can’t unscrew the filter by hand, you can use a screwdriver - just pierce the filter housing with it and use it as a lever.

1. Check for the presence of a seal on the filter; if it is not there, it is stuck to the body - it must be carefully removed.
2. Clean the filter mounting area from dirt and other elements that can get into the oil.
3. Fill the new filter halfway with oil and wait 10 minutes until the filter element is saturated, then treat the seal with oil and screw in the new filter.
4. Start the car and let it idle for 5 minutes, then check the oil pressure gauge and that there are no leaks around the filter.

Getting ready for replacement

There are several issues that should be addressed before starting the replacement procedure.

What kind of oil should I use?

First of all, you should decide on the engine oil that is best poured into the VAZ 2114 engine, since the proper operation of the engine in the future largely depends on it. The user manual indicates the recommended oils from the manufacturer. It is advisable to use them, since they have been tested on this type of engine and meet all the requirements for viscosity and lubricating characteristics. If you rely on the SAE certificate, then in the name of the oil the first digit indicates the limit of lower temperatures at which it is better to use the lubricant, and the upper digit indicates high temperatures.

There is no fundamental difference between manufacturers. Lubricating fluids differ in their composition: a set of additives

It is important when purchasing not to run into a fake. When buying lubricant, you should ask the seller for quality certificates

How much to pour?

The amount of lubricant to be filled depends on the engine size. A guideline for the volume of required fluid can be the amount of used lubricant spilled out when replacing. For VAZ 2114 cars this volume is approximately 4 liters.

When pouring fresh lubricant, you should monitor its level using a special dipstick. It has maximum and minimum marks. The lubricant level should be between them. If it is lower, then the liquid must be added, if higher it can be pumped out using a syringe.

When should you change your oil?

First of all, you need to know the reasons for replacing the lubricant, which determines the frequency of its replacement. Everything regarding replacement, as well as which lubricant is best to use, is described in the VAZ 2114 operating manual. According to the manufacturer’s recommendations, the engine oil should be changed every 10-15 thousand kilometers. This assumes normal operating conditions.

The period after which the lubricant should be changed is influenced by several factors:

• Terms of Use. If the car is used in urban conditions with a lot of traffic jams, and also experiences constantly increased loads, for example, traveling with a trailer, then the time between replacements is halved.
• Lubrication quality. If it is of poor quality, the oil filter quickly becomes clogged, and a large amount of residue from engine operation accumulates in the lubricant, which requires more frequent replacement of the lubricant.
• The season in which the machine is operated affects the lubricants used in the engine. In winter and summer they differ in their characteristics.
• Driving style. If the driver is a fan of fast, dynamic driving, then the load on the engine is higher, so the oil has to be changed more often.

When buying a car that was used by another owner, it is advisable to change the lubricant and filter, after first flushing the entire fuel system.

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EXAMINATION: VAZ oil filters. Cirrhosis of the liver

EXAMINATION: VAZ oil filters. Cirrhosis of the liver

After all, the engine has its own brain - the controller, its own nervous system - the electrics, the heart - the cylinders, the blood - the motor oil. Only the reproductive organs are missing, which is a pity... But the engine also has its own liver, that is, an organ that serves to cleanse the body: a kind of dump, a garbage heap! This is an oil filter. And, fortunately, it can and should be changed at every oil change - the engine does not need liver cirrhosis!

The choice is huge: imported and ours, small and large, expensive and cheap... For our new examination of VAZ “eight-ten” filters, we easily bought 24 types of these products in Moscow stores - two of each type. The tests were carried out at the Department of internal combustion engines of the St. Petersburg State Polytechnic University.

We have raised the topic of “chief cleaning” more than once - we measured the area of ​​the filter surface, assessed the nominal fineness of screening... But if all previous examinations were based on the GOST testing procedure, now it’s time to compare how filters work in real conditions, that is, directly on engine as an element of the lubrication system. We've never done anything like this before!

What did we check and how?

First, let’s satisfy our curiosity: what’s inside? It was no coincidence that we took two filters each... To do this, carefully, on a lathe, we cut off the bottom, pull out the “offal” and admire them. Well, the body is one piece, the valves are two pieces (bypass and return), the filter element is also one. There is, however, “Superfilter Kolan”, where there are even two of them, but this is exotic.

There are relatively few filter element designs - usually it is a cassette filled with corrugated filter paper. The filtration area is very important because it largely determines the filter life. Interestingly, this area varies from filter to filter by more than two and a half times. For example, in “Champion” it is more than 1300 cm2, while in “Citron” it only slightly exceeds 500 cm2. The number of corrugations varies from 54 to 85 - even for filters of similar sizes. For some, the corrugation pitch is uniform, for others it is empty in some places, and so thick in others that you cannot even detect a gap between the corrugations. It would seem - well, okay, the area doesn’t change? Haha: try blowing a single sheet of paper and then a stack of it. Why would this oil take the path of greatest resistance, where the corrugations simply folded? So it turns out that the real, active filtration area depends on the quality and uniformity of corrugation. And this says a lot about production technology. It goes without saying that in the final assessment we will definitely take into account the quality of the paper structure.

From paper to valves: bypass and return. The task of the first is to track the moment of critical filter contamination and prevent the engine from dying from oil drought: dirty oil is better than no oil. It works on a simple principle: when the filter becomes dirty, the pressure in front of it increases and behind it drops. The valve opens slightly and some of the oil passes through unpurified, but the pressure behind the filter, that is, in the oil system, increases.

And here is the question: what should be the opening force of the bypass valve? There are filters - for example, Tsitron Raider, which claim increased opening force as a distinctive feature. They say that at peak pressures on a cold start, the valve does not allow dirty oil into the engine. Is this good - how can it be without oil? On the other hand, this force should not be small, otherwise dirty oil will immediately rush into the engine. So what's right? There is no official answer to this, so we took the average value for the entire sample as the norm.

With a check valve everything is simpler. Its task is to keep the oil in the filter when the engine is stopped. The less oil in the housing, the longer the oil pressure light does not go out when starting - not good! We assessed the quality of its operation by oil loss over a fixed time, starting with the same engine condition. That is, they stopped the engine, and after 30 minutes they measured it - how much oil was left in the filter?

Oil change intervals

The frequency of oil changes directly depends not only on the total mileage, but also on the condition of the car. So, if the car is completely new, then the first replacement should be done after a run of 3,000 km (at this time, units and parts are still being run-in, as a result of which a larger than usual amount of metal particles is formed).

It is recommended to perform the second oil change on a new car after another 6,000 km (that is, after 9,000 km of total mileage).

The third, and all subsequent replacements, can be performed every 15,000 km (with intense loads on the engine, for example, with a sporty driving style, or oil of not the best quality - every 10,000 km).

Oil filler neck

If the car was purchased secondhand, then it is recommended to change the oil immediately, regardless of the assurances of the previous owner. This is due to the fact that it is impossible to determine “by eye” how long ago it was replaced with great accuracy, and operating a car with old oil is highly not recommended due to the possible consequences for the engine.

It should also be noted that the oil should be changed depending on the season.

So, they distinguish:

• summer;
• all-season;
• winter.

Popular brands of oil for VAZ 2114

Moreover, each of them is divided according to the extreme permissible temperature indicators (all of them are indicated directly on the canister, and it is they who are recommended to be guided by when buying oil for use in a particular region).

All-season oil can be used only in southern and middle latitudes, and in the latter only in the absence of severe frosts (for most such oils - not lower than -20 C). The use of this (and, especially, summer) oil at extremely low temperatures can cause its excessive thickening and, as a result, damage to moving units.