Maintenance & Service

51 pages

• Engine oil selection — grades and brands — Official dealer fill: LUKOIL GENESIS SPECIAL SPX 5W40. (195 sources)
• Automatic transmission (AKPP) — ATF fluid & intervals — Overview. The Aisin G09 / 09G (TF60/TF80) automatic transmission (AKPP) of the X80 takes ATF to the JWS-3309 spec. The factory manual calls the fill lifetime, but owners… (92 sources)
• AKPP partial ATF change — drain plug, pan, mesh — The routine partial fluid change: draining through the bottom plug, optionally dropping the pan to clean the mesh, and refilling. (61 sources)
• ATF fluid spec JWS-3309, brands and counterfeits — Which ATF the Aisin G09 automatic (and the power steering) takes, which brands owners buy or avoid, and how to spot fake fluid. (57 sources)
• AKPP transmission filter — part number and cost — The AKPP transmission filter on the X80 (Aisin transmission) is a coarse-mesh steel strainer, not a fine-paper cartridge. It is an all-metal design: two cork gaskets… (56 sources)
• TPMS sensor battery type and design — TPMS sensors are sealed units, not designed to be disassembled for battery replacement — per design, the battery is not user-serviceable, so a dead battery normally… (52 sources)
• Engine oil change — filter, plug, and DIY tools — Oil filter design. The X80 engine uses a mesh-type oil filter element, not a traditional paper cartridge — it acts as a coarse strainer rather than fine filtration.… (51 sources)
• ATF partial vs full exchange and volumes — How much fluid a partial or full change moves, and what owners report about machine (hydraulic) flushes versus repeated partial changes. (44 sources)
• Filter part numbers and kit pricing — Part numbers. Cabin (salon) filter: 5DA061P11. Engine air filter: RF4F13Z40H or 5BA013Z40. Oil filter: 1012010-37K or 1012010-37KP1. Fuel filter: FC0160950. (44 sources)
• AKPP top-fill access, ports and breather — Filling the transmission from above: where the filler ports are, how the method works, and where the breather (sapun) is routed. (41 sources)
• Scheduled maintenance pricing — dealer vs. chain — Autopilot service chain (Moscow/Moscow region), 2024-10-16 report: - Full oil change: free. - Air + cabin filter replacement: minimum 1,200 RUB (RU market, October… (36 sources)
• FWD transmission/differential fluid — GL4, not GL5 — Correct spec. The FWD transmission/differential unit on the X80 requires GL4 (75W-80) gear fluid, not GL5 (75W-90). (36 sources)
• Cabin air filter — replacement procedure and interval — The cabin air filter is located behind the glove compartment. Procedure: (1) open the glove box; (2) disengage the two spring clips/hinges at the top corners of the… (34 sources)
• AKPP fluid level check — plug, tube, temperature — Setting and checking the ATF level: the thin-stream test at the drain plug, the measuring/overflow tube, working temperatures and part numbers. (33 sources)
• AKPP pan gasket, filter and part numbers — Pan gasket and filter parts for the AKPP service: part numbers, sourcing, the sealant debate and fitting checks. (27 sources)
• AKPP ATF service prices and shops — Community-reported costs of AKPP fluid services (shops, dealers, parts) with market and date, and a shop recommendation. (25 sources)
• AKPP wear signs, shift symptoms and outcomes — What the drained fluid and pan revealed, shift symptoms that call for a fluid change, and what owners saw afterwards. (25 sources)
• Fuel consumption by driving conditions — General ranges by driving condition (mixed AT/MT reports). Highway cruise at a comfortable pace: 8.8–9.0 L/100km. City/suburban mixed driving: 12–14 L/100km. Sport-style… (22 sources)
• Brake pad and disc wear intervals — Front pads/discs (city driving, general estimate). Based on owner experience, brake pads typically wear out at 30,000–40,000 km in city driving; brake discs last… (19 sources)
• Service reminder — 5,000 km interval and reset — Fixed interval, not customizable. The factory service interval reminder on the FAW X80 is fixed at 5,000 km and cannot be changed to a different interval (e.g. 7,000 km)… (19 sources)
• ATF and power-steering fluid — Dexron III vs JWS3309 — The question. Which fluid goes into the X80 automatic transmission (automatic transmission, AKPP / АКПП) and the power-steering system (ГУР)? Arсhi 77 first said both… (13 sources)
• Engine bay cleaning with a pressure washer — Recommended safe procedure (2024-06 report). Community-consolidated method for cleaning the engine bay with a Karcher-type pressure washer: (1) remove the engine cover… (12 sources)
• Fuel filter replacement cost and contamination example — Pricing (RU market, November 2024): - Complete fuel filter assembly with housing: 6,000 RUB from a service center. - Separate filter element only, on Ozon: 1,600 RUB. -… (12 sources)
• AKPP auxiliary cooling radiator installation — AKPP auxiliary cooling upgrade, Crimea, April 2024: - Auxiliary radiator: 7,000 RUB (RU market, April 2024). - Additional hose: 1,500 RUB (RU market, April 2024). -… (11 sources)
• Fuel prices and regional availability — Regional price snapshot, July 2026. Community-reported fuel prices and conditions across several Russian regions: - Tatarstan: 92 octane ≈ 64 RUB/L; 95 octane ≈ 68 RUB/L… (11 sources)
• Cabin air filter — debris/water and carbon vs. regular — Debris and water ingestion is a known design characteristic. Cabin air filters on the X80 accumulate leaves, other solid debris, and water — the air-intake system draws… (10 sources)
• Service-interval reset via steering-wheel menu — Reset procedure via the steering-wheel controls. To reset the maintenance/service-interval reminder, use the on-wheel steering controls: (1) press the Info button on the… (10 sources)
• Timing chain/belt service — access and cost — Access. When replacing the timing drive (referred to by community members as "ремень ГРМ" — literally "timing belt," though the X80 uses a timing chain), front wheel… (10 sources)
• Windshield chip and crack repair — pricing and urgency — Chip repair: 500–1,000 RUB (RU market, November 2024) per chip, price at the master's discretion. (10 sources)
• Cruise control activation via ECU reprogramming — Cruise control hardware/logic is pre-installed in the engine control unit (ECU) but disabled by configuration on many X80s. It can be activated via ECU reprogramming, a… (9 sources)
• DIY fuel consumption test procedure (octane) — To compare fuel consumption between different octane ratings (e.g., 92 vs 95), the community-suggested DIY test procedure is: 1. Run the tank down close to empty and… (9 sources)
• Transmission fluid change intervals and costs — Official guidance vs dealer advice (AKPP). The factory service manual specifies only an oil-level check at 30,000 km intervals — no scheduled full oil change is… (9 sources)
• ATF change interval — AISIN guidance, owner debate — AISIN guidance. AISIN, which supplies automatic transmissions (automatic transmission, AKPP / АКПП) to more than 40 carmakers, recommends changing the ATF (automatic… (8 sources)
• Specifications & prices — quick reference — Single-fact specifications and prices that don't warrant their own card. (8 sources)
• Ozon filter and gear oil listings (2025) — Air filter cross-references (Ozon, Sep 2025). Three air filters were listed for the FAW X80 and Mazda 6: RF4F13Z409A (the Mazda original number given in the listing),… (8 sources)
• Service center selection and transparency — Be present during service work (2024-05 report). X80 owners strongly recommend being physically present in the service area while work is performed, whenever schedule… (8 sources)
• Emergency tool kit storage in the spare wheel well — Practical tip. Keep tools and spare parts in a bag/container stored inside the spare wheel well instead of loose in the trunk. This space-efficient approach allows… (6 sources)
• Maintenance interval schedule — A community-shared maintenance interval reference for the FAW X80: (6 sources)
• Counterfeit oil and fluid — sourcing checks — Counterfeit engine oil: a 2025 raid. A 2025 DRIVE2 post (shared in the group) reports that police in Vladimir region found an illegal full-cycle motor-oil plant in the… (5 sources)
• Paint and body repair pricing (Russia, Jan 2026) — Single-panel repaint (Jan 2026, Russia). Repainting a single panel (hood, door, or fender) runs 35,000–50,000 RUB. When dent removal is also needed alongside the paint… (5 sources)
• Used X80 purchase — initial maintenance checklist — Context. Recommendations for the immediate maintenance pass after buying a used X80 around 82,000 km, based on community experience — framed as a baseline "reset"… (5 sources)
• Minor DIY tips — maintenance — Small single-report DIY tips that don't warrant their own card. (4 sources)
• Aftermarket wiper blade durability comparison — KurumaKit brand hybrid wiper blades (model 5655991, Hook/J-Hook mount) are available on Chinese-market retail sites (e.g. Ozon) at a budget price. User experience is… (4 sources)
• Common wear items — replacement mileage overview — Community-compiled overview of typical wear-item replacement points on the X80 (varies by driving conditions): (3 sources)
• Engine diagnostics cost (misfire/knock) — For engine misfire/knock ("тройит") diagnostics: - Private/independent shops: ~2,500 RUB (RU market, October 2024; cheaper option; includes computer diagnostics). -… (3 sources)
• Engine oil viscosity debate and owner interval — Viscosity debate: 20 or 30? One member (KASPER) says 40 is already at the top of the range and recommends 20 for modern turbo engines, with 30 acceptable for naturally… (3 sources)
• Suspension longevity at 237,000 km — One owner with 237,000 km on the odometer reports good ride quality after replacing the original shock absorbers and installing pneumatic air springs (баллоны) at around… (3 sources)
• Long-term ownership at 270,000 km — One owner reports 270,000 km of ownership since 2018 with excellent overall reliability and a maintenance-first approach (no cutting corners). Service/repair history: (2 sources)
• Suspension diagnostics on a vibration bench — Service description. Specialized repair shops offer suspension diagnostics performed on a vibration bench, using a dual-scanner diagnostic procedure to identify which… (2 sources)
• Engine oil change interval — heavy-duty usage — A high-utilization owner (working vehicle, 10+ hours/day usage, 1,000+ km/week) reports needing engine oil changes every 4,000–8,000 km instead of standard… (1 sources)
• Regular driving prevents wear and corrosion — Core claim. The X80 does not tolerate long periods of inactivity well. Extended parking — on the order of weeks or months — causes a cluster of related problems:… (1 sources)