Additives in gearboxes to reduce noise of VAZs

• For Lada Priora - Lukoil TM 4-12 (80W-85, 75W-90).
• On the Lada Kalina - Mineral TNK TRANS KP, TU 38.301-41-191-01, which is produced by the Ryazan Oil Refinery (the old name is ROLS T).
• On Lada Granta - Lukoil TM 4 with a viscosity class depending on the region of operation of the car - 75W-80, 75W-85, 75W-90, 80W-85 or 80W-90.
• On Lada Largus – ELF Tranself NFJ 75W-80 GL-4+.
• Gearbox 2180x (Lada Vesta and XRAY): semi-synthetic gear oil “Rosneft Kinetic Service” SAE 75W-85 API GL-4.
• JH3 gearbox (Lada Largus, Vesta and XRAY): transmission oil “TRANSELF TRJ (NFJ) 75W-80” SAE 75W-80 API GL-4+.
• Gearbox JH5 (Lada Largus, Vesta and XRAY): oil TRANSELF TRT 75W-80 TPM4501/B06138A.

Selecting the viscosity of the transmission oil:

What kind of oil is in the automatic transmission of Lada Granta and Kalina 2? Genuine EJ-1 ATF gear oil (supplied by JX Nippon Oil and Energy Corporation).

Which gear oil composition should I choose ? To answer this question, we conducted surveys among owners of Lada Grant, Lada Kalina and Lada Priora, asking them to answer the question “What composition of transmission oil do you use in your car” and as a result we received approximately the same results:

Which brand of gearbox oil should I choose?

The next polls and very similar results:

The survey below will also help you decide on the choice of gear oil. Take part in our survey and discussions. Let us remind you that you will find answers to other questions about transmission oil in the article about changing gearbox oil.

Gearboxes in modern vehicles are complex units. Over time, parts may wear out, which can negatively affect both the functioning of the unit and the appearance of new sounds during its operation. Today you will find out what additives exist in gearboxes to reduce noise and what properties they have.

How to reduce noise in a gearbox?

The noise that occurs at the checkpoint while driving is a problem that many motorists face. Some people simply get used to this fact, because the car can drive, which means everything is fine with it. Others put the car in for repair and go through all the transmission components to identify the failed part and replace it.

Cross-sectional view of the gearbox assembly

But recently, manufacturers of automotive consumables have been coming up with various innovations to make life easier for motorists. In this case, we are talking about automotive additives designed to reduce the level of extraneous sounds in the gearbox. The use of this consumable will be ideal for those who do not want to disassemble the gearbox, because this task is not so simple.

Reviews from motorists

There are several dozen reviews on the Internet about RVS additives. In most cases there is an effect, and this effect is quite noticeable. Motorists note an increase in compression in the cylinders, a decrease in engine noise, and an almost complete disappearance of increased smoke emissions from the exhaust pipe.

With an average price of the additive of 1500-2500 rubles, many motorists believe that this kind of investment is justified in certain situations. Someone cannot invest in repairs due to lack of money or time. For others, this additive allows them to sell their car more profitably, as it masks engine defects.

Negative reviews are mainly associated with inappropriate use of the RVS additive or inflated expectations. After all, it is clear that manufacturers are trying to show their products in the most favorable light, which sometimes gives rise to overly colorful advertising promises on packaging and in instructions. A similar situation is observed with the AWS additive, which is similar to the one under consideration, but is produced by a different company.

Also, pouring the additive into components that are worn to the limit will most likely not give any result. Optimal performance indicators of the composition are observed on engines in which pronounced problems have appeared recently and are not associated with critical damage to any parts.

How often should you change your oil?

This question is asked by many Grant owners. The answer here is simple and lies in the service book of your car.

Old oil from the Granta gearbox at a mileage of 50,000 km

According to the manual, the oil in a manual transmission should be changed every 70,000 kilometers or after 5 years of operation, whichever comes first.

With an automatic transmission, the situation is different; the manufacturer assures that the transmission fluid poured there is designed for the entire period of use of the car. However, as follows from practice, you have to change the oil there too, at least after 80,000-100,000 kilometers, or 5-7 years of operation.

Which oil should you choose?

By referring to the same vehicle instructions, you can find out that for replacement in a manual transmission, the manufacturer recommends semi-synthetic motor oil Lukoil TM-4 75W-90 GL-4 (The viscosity class may vary depending on the region in which the car is operated).

Also, some analogues have been certified:

• Kinetic (Rosneft) 80W-85.
• Translux (Tatneft) TM 4-12 - 75W-85.
• Trans KP (NovOil) 80W-85.
• Shell Spirax S5 ATE 75W-90.
• TNK Trans KP SUPER 75w-90.

One of the most common gearbox oil options is TNK Trans KP SUPER 75w-90

Please note that the viscosity grade of each brand may also change depending on the weather conditions in the region where the vehicle is used.

Filling with new oil

With an automatic transmission, everything is stricter; here the manufacturer has set strict limits and encourages you to adhere only to them. Genuine EJ-1 ATF * or Nissan ATF Matic-S oil was filled from the factory ; which should be filled during subsequent replacement.

*Oil manufacturer is JX Nippon Oil and Energy Corporation.

The most popular additive compounds

There are several additives that may be of interest to Russian car owners. The compositions are produced by reliable manufacturers and are quality products.

Despite the many positive characteristics, it is important to use each supplement according to the instructions. Only then can a good result be achieved. Product prices vary. On the market you can find formulations for 400-700 rubles for a volume of 250-300 ml, but this is not the maximum price tag.

"Hado"

The “Hado” additive restores transmission gears, bearings, and other parts of the gearbox, protecting them from severe wear. This revitalizant forms a layer of metal on the parts of the unit. The manufacturer claims that the additive is capable of restoring the geometric parameters of deformed transmission parts.

Additive "Hado":

• eliminates potholes and scratches on gearbox parts;
• reduces noise by ten times;
• ensures normal functioning of synchronizers;
• reduces fuel costs (especially important for cars with all-wheel drive);
• makes it possible to use the unit even if there is a gearbox oil leak.

Microhardness is 750 kg/mm2. This gearbox additive is resistant to corrosion.

The additive must be poured into the oil filler neck. The quantity depends on the lubricant complex. If it holds two liters of lubricant, one tube will be enough; 5 l – 2 tubes; more than 5 – 3 tubes. The additive must be poured after the car has warmed up.

"MosTu Ultra"

"MosTu Ultra" is considered a domestically produced revitalizant, which has proven itself well among Russian drivers.

This additive:

• forms a special film on contacting parts, which has a low friction index;
• reduces the level of friction, eliminates deformations of spare parts, restores automatic/mechanical parts;
• reduces gearbox noise, makes it easier to change modes;
• increases the operating period of the unit by 5 times;
• provides wear reduction;
• reduces vibration impact;
• increases the performance of parts for manual transmissions and automatic transmissions.

The additive can be added without disassembling the transmission.

Stage Transmission

This consumable is considered a 3rd generation product from . Like other transmission additives, it allows you to restore unit parts, reduce their wear, and increase the operating period.

The product provides:

• formation of a metal-ceramic film with good protective properties on automatic transmission/manual transmission parts;
• reduction of noise and vibration effects;
• increasing the accuracy of mode changes;
• reduction of fuel costs;
• protection of the transmission, even if it leaks.

The product should be poured into the oil filler neck or dipstick hole after the car has warmed up. Proportions: 1 tube per three liters of lubricant.

"Getriboil-Additive"

This wear agent is produced by, which is considered one of the best manufacturers of motor oils. The additive consists of molybdenum disulfide and is intended for cars with manual transmission.

When the additive is poured into the oil, the temperature in the unit decreases, which is why it operates more quietly. The teeth begin to work better, this allows you to easily change gears.

The product must not be poured into automatic transmissions. For two liters of lubricant you will need 1 tube of consumables.

The additive is intended for use in manual transmissions. It processes spare parts for both cars and trucks. It can be used both in domestic cars (VAZ) and foreign cars.

What are the advantages of this additive? The most important advantages are:

• the formation of an oxide film on parts of the transmission, which reduces noise;
• improving gearbox performance;
• reduction of gasoline costs.

Thanks to its own indicators, Nanoprotek Maximum makes it possible to significantly increase the operating period of the unit. The film formed on the gearbox parts is resistant to high loads. Consequently, spare parts treated with the additive will not wear out so quickly.

"EX 120"

The product is intended for use in mechanics. It reduces wear, repairs deformed parts, and extends service life.

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"EX 120" contains twenty percent more active elements. This makes it possible to effectively repair transmission parts. This additive forms a special film on bearing/shaft/synchronizer parts and restores geometric parameters.

The additive provides:

• improving the accuracy of mode changes;
• reduction of gasoline/diesel consumption;
• elimination of abrasions;
• noise reduction;
• precise functioning of synchronizer elements.

"Revitalizant"

This tool was developed by specialists. In view of this, the product has indicators that are similar to Xado additives. It is intended to restore worn transmission parts and protect them under harsh operating conditions. Revitalizant can also be used to eliminate leaks.

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You should use the product like this:

1. Pour the additive into the oil filler neck. For 1 liter of lubricant you need to pour three milliliters of additive.
2. The product should be poured the second time when the car has driven at least 4000 km or the engine has worked for 150 hours.
3. The 3rd time the additive is poured at the interval indicated above. There is no need to change the oil fluid.

The driver should feel improvements in the functioning of the transmission after driving at least fifty kilometers.

"Nanoprotek 100"

This product is similar to Nanoprotek Maximum, but is still slightly different from it. Nanoprotek 100 is best poured into recently purchased vehicles.

Additive:

• allows the gearbox parts to quickly grind against each other;
• increases the operating period of the unit by approximately 2 times;
• protects the car transmission from wear as much as possible;
• has a positive effect on a variety of parts, both metal and rubber;
• significantly reduces vibration impact and noise;
• restores geometric parameters of deformed components;
• makes it possible to operate the car when lubricant is leaking.

In order to fully feel the effectiveness of the product, it must be poured into the vehicle’s transmission once every hundred kilometers.