Periodically (but not less than once every 15,000 km) check the oil level in the manual transmission. The design of the transmission does not provide for oil changes throughout the life of the car. However, sometimes the need to change the oil may arise (for example, when switching to oil of a different viscosity, when repairing a gearbox, etc.).
USEFUL TIP: It is recommended to drain the oil within 15 minutes after driving, while it is still warm and has good fluidity.
NOTE: Use API GL4 SAE 80W-90 or SAE 75W-90 oil for the manual transmission. The manufacturer recommends replacing the factory-filled oil with SAE 75W transmission oil if the vehicle is operated for a long time at ambient temperatures below -30°C.
To check the oil level, top up or replace it in a manual transmission, perform the following operations.
1. Remove the engine crankcase guard (see "Removal and installation mudguards and engine crankcase protection").
2. Loosen the oil level plug located on the side of the gearbox housing and remove the plug.
3. The oil level should be at the edge of the hole or slightly below it (you can reach the surface of the oil with a screwdriver or your finger).
4. If the oil level is very low (can't be controlled with a screwdriver or finger), remove the cap from the oil filler plug located on top of the gearshift housing...
5. ... loosen the plug...
6. ...and turn it inside out.
NOTE: The oil filler plug also functions as a breather, so make sure the holes in it are clean.
WARNING: Do not operate the vehicle without the protective cap! If it is missing, road dirt will get into the gearbox.
7. Using a syringe, pour oil into the hole in the gearshift housing until it appears from the inspection hole. Screw in the inspection hole plug.
HELPFUL TIP: The plug contains a magnet to collect metal debris, clean it before installing the plug.
8. Screw in the oil filler plug.
9. The design does not include a plug for draining the oil, so if you need to change the oil, place a container under the gearbox to drain the oil, unscrew the bolts securing the lower cover of the gearbox...
10. ...and drain the oil.
11. Remove the cover and gasket.
12. Wipe the cover and gasket with a clean cloth to remove any remaining oil.
NOTE: Replace the gasket with a new one each time the bottom cover is removed.
13. Install the lower gearbox cover and fill with oil as you did when checking its level and topping up (see paragraphs 1-7 of this subsection).