Chevrolet Aveo 1

Chevrolet Aveo is the brainchild of GM Daewoo’s Korea subsidiary of General Motors. The car was developed by Giorgetto Giugiaro on the basis of a small car Daewoo Lanos (model T100). Over the appearance of the urban small car worked in the Italian studio ItalDesign. Chevrolet Aveo first generation T200 (2003-2008)

Model history

The first Aveo (model T200) appeared on sale in 2003 in the back of the 3, 5-door hatchback and sedan. In 2006, the restyling was subjected to the Chevrolet Aveo in the back of the sedan, and in 2008 – and the hatchback. Both newcomers were designated T250. In the process of updating was adjusted the appearance of the Aveo, interior and engine line. In 2011, the second generation model, the T300, was replaced.

The car appeared on the Russian market in 2004. Later, Chevrolet Aveo in the bodies of a 5-door hatchback and a sedan for Russia began to be assembled in Kaliningrad at the Avtotor enterprise.

Engines

The prestyled Chevrolet Aveo was equipped with engines B12S1 1.2 liters (72 hp) and F14D3 1.4 liters (94 hp). All units received a belt drive with a replacement regimen every 60 thousand km. Both engines have the same cylinder blocks and a crank-shaking group. A significant difference between the units is in the cylinder head. On the B12S1, one camshaft with 2 valves per cylinder, and on the F14D3, two camshafts with 4 valves per cylinder. The 1.4-liter engines are equipped with hydraulic compensators. 1.2 liters of the B12S1 has one serious sore acquired as a result of an unreasonably inflated oil replacement interval of 15,000 km. In Russian heavy operating conditions with poor gasoline and cold winters, the replacement interval is better to reduce to a maximum of 10 thousand km, and with large mileages even less. Otherwise, when running more than 60 – 100 thousand km, there is increased wear of camshafts with rods and its axes. In the worst case, after 100 – 150 thousand km, it is possible to jam the camshaft with subsequent expensive (about 50 thousand rubles) replacement of the cylinder head. The harbinger of trouble will serve as the appearance of tapping or “dieselization”. The cause of troubles in the clogging of the jeeler oil main, which causes oil "starvation". If a defect is detected, it is necessary not only to replace the camshaft with rockers, but, having removed the cylinder head, clean the jeekler and drill the hole to large sizes. Otherwise, the “dieselization” and wear will soon begin again. But you shouldn't be too upset. With proper care, engines with a volume of 1.2 liters easily exceed the mark of 300 thousand km without major repairs.

Transmission

In pair with the engines, a 5-speed manual transmission was installed. She was not the best person, she often caused problems. The clutch runs at least 100 - 150 thousand km, but often it has to be changed earlier: because of the squeeze bearing, which is surrendered even when running 50 - 100 thousand km (1200 - 2500 rubles). The clutch set will cost 6 thousand rubles with work. The suffocated seals of the box can flow after 80 – 130 thousand km. If you do not notice the oil leak during the time, then its level in the box can significantly decrease. In conditions of oil starvation, the gear of neutral and 5th gear wears out. You need to be alerted when the crunch appears at the time of turning on the 5th speed. Restoration of the box will cost 10-12 thousand rubles with work. In cars operated mainly in the city, problems with the clarity of the transmission may occur when the mileage is more than 60 – 100 thousand km due to the wear of the gearshift mechanism. Chevrolet Aveo first generation T250 (2008-2011)

4-speed automatic transmission was installed only in pair with the engine of 1.4 liters. "Automatic" is much more reliable than its "manual" counterpart. The only problem that arises when running more than 40 – 100 thousand km, blocking the gear selector in the position “R”. The reason is the loss of contact in the microswitch that controls the solenoids. Cleaning the contacts for a short time relieves the ailment. "Micrick" better replace. In addition, the box does not tolerate frequent and long slips, during which the frictions “fast burn”.

Walking

Not the best way to do things with the suspension. Its feature is a deaf “drum” in the front, appearing on the first thousand. With the arrival of winter, the “bubbling” increases. The specific culprit has not yet been identified. Perhaps one of the main sources of “knock” – the support of the front shock absorbers, which help the shock absorbers themselves and the front stabilizer racks of transverse stability. In fact, the "supporters" (about 500 rubles), front shock absorbers (2-3 thousand rubles) and racks (200-300 rubles) go more than 60-80 thousand km. Front hub bearings (400-1600 rubles) and rear shock absorbers nurse more than 60-100,000 km. Silent blocks of the rear arm of the front suspension (about 300 rubles) can creak after 50 – 60 thousand km. The front-lever silent blocks are almost eternal. Silent blocks of the rear beam are surrendered when running more than 80 - 140 thousand km (300 - 900 rubles). At the same time, creaks and knocks appear behind, and the track stability is significantly reduced. The front brake pads are about 30 – 50 thousand km (400 – 2000 rubles), the discs themselves survive up to 60 – 100 thousand km (1.5 – 2 thousand rubles). But the rear pads of the drum brake mechanism "lay the pig" at a run of 80 - 90 thousand km. From the pads, the brake linings gradually peel off, which break off and jam the rear wheels. New shoes will cost 600-900 rubles. Problems with ABS when running more than 40 – 80 thousand km arise mainly due to a break in the wires from the system sensor or poor contact in the connector. The blocks themselves ABS (1-2 thousand rubles) are very rarely denied.

Body and salon

The front panel of the Chevrolet Aveo T200 (2003-2008)

The paintwork does not present any big problems. On the Chevrolet Aveo younger than 2006, many drivers note a strong sandjet of the rear wheel arches, destroying the coating.

The aerodynamics of the body is such that at speeds of more than 90 - 120 km / h, the cabin fills the whistle and howl of the incoming flow. The sources of creak are the front panel, seat belt lock, rear seat back lock and the top seat belt mount. Screeching in the rear of the sedans is often caused by a crack in the area of the rear shelf. Over time, when running more than 80 – 100 thousand km, the return mechanism of the seat belt begins to work worse.

Comfort.

When running more than 40 - 60 thousand km, sometimes the whistle of the blower fan appears. The reason is the contaminated motor bearings. The sound gets worse with the onset of cold. Processing the bearing with silicone lubricant helps for a short time, it must be replaced (160 rubles). The new motor costs about 4 thousand rubles.

On many Chevrolet Aveo, the air conditioning system is not fully filled with freon, which contributes to increased wear of the air conditioner compressor. The system itself often loses its tightness, while determining the location of the leak is almost impossible. Freon leaves gradually, in 2-3 years.

Electrician.

Electricity is not a big problem. If you run more than 60 - 120 thousand km, you may need to replace the bearings of the generator. For two bearings, front and rear, you will have to pay only 400 - 600 rubles, the work costs about 1000 rubles. When running more than 60 - 80 thousand km may stop working headlight corrector - due to oxidation of the "minus" wire on the headlamp. When running more than 80 – 120 thousand km, there may be problems with the clock due to a failed diode in the electrical circuit. You can replace the diode in any workshop that repairs electrical equipment.

Errors in the airbag control system will be indicated by a malfunction lamp that lights up for several seconds when the ignition is turned on. In the absence of errors in the system, it should “blink” several times and go out. The main cause of errors is a jump or drop in voltage in the power supply chain of the unit. For example, when trying to start the engine with a discharged battery or “lighting” another car with ignition on. The block itself rarely fails, and its replacement will require about 12 thousand rubles.

The front panel of the Chevrolet Aveo T250 (2006-2011)

Engines

• km there is increased wear of camshafts with skewers and its axes. In the worst case, after 100 – 150 thousand.
• If a defect is detected, it is necessary not only to replace the camshaft with rockers, but, having removed the cylinder head, clean the jeekler and drill the hole to large sizes.
• Otherwise, the “dieselization” and wear will soon begin again. But you shouldn't be too upset.
• With proper care, engines with a volume of 1.2 liters easily exceed the mark of 300 thousand km without major repairs.
• Since 2008, the valves for these engines have been modified, and there are no problems.
• It gives itself a "rokot" immediately after launch and "diesel" during warming up. Repairs will cost 20 – 30 thousand rubles with work.
• Next, we note the malfunctions characteristic of all types of engines Chevrolet Aveo. When running more than 40 - 80 thousand.
• The radiator cooling fan (usually on 1.4 liters) may stop turning on km due to problems with contacts in the connection connector, less often due to the "sticking" of the fan electric motor brushes.

Transmission

• She was not the best person, she often caused problems. The clutch goes at least 100 - 150 thousand.
• The suffocated seals of the box can flow after 80 – 130 thousand km.
• If you do not notice the oil leak during the time, then its level in the box can significantly decrease.
• In conditions of oil starvation, the gear of neutral and 5th gear wears out.
• In cars operated mainly in the city, problems with the clarity of the inclusion of gears may occur when mileage is more than 60 – 100 thousand.
• km due to the wear of the gearshift mechanism.
• The only problem that occurs when running more than 40 – 100 thousand.
• The reason is the loss of contact in the microswitch that controls the solenoids.

Walking

• Perhaps one of the main sources of “knock” – the support of the front shock absorbers, which help the shock absorbers themselves and the front stabilizer racks of transverse stability.
• At the same time, creaks and knocks appear behind, and the track stability is significantly reduced.
• Problems with ABS when running more than 40 – 80 thousand
• km arise mainly due to the breakage of wires from the system sensor or poor contact in the connector. The blocks themselves ABS (1-2 thousand rubles) are very rarely denied.
• The reason is the backlash of the gearshaft due to wear of the right sleeve.
• The seal of the steering shaft in the upper part of the rail can flow when running more than 80 – 100 thousand km.

Body and salon

• The paintwork does not present any big problems.
• Screeching in the rear of the sedans is often caused by a crack in the area of the rear shelf.

Comfort.

• Processing the bearing with silicone lubricant helps for a short time, it must be replaced (160 rubles). The new motor costs about 4 thousand rubles.
• On many Chevrolet Aveo, the air conditioning system is not fully filled with freon, which contributes to increased wear of the air conditioner compressor.

Electrician.

• The generator bearings may need to be replaced.
• km can cause problems with the clock - due to a failed diode in the electrical circuit.
• You can replace the diode in any workshop that repairs electrical equipment.
• Errors in the airbag control system will be indicated by a malfunction lamp that lights up for several seconds when the ignition is turned on.
• The block itself rarely fails, and its replacement will require about 12 thousand rubles.

Summarizing all the experience of operation, we can say that the “baby” turned out in general even nothing. Speaking in the category of economy class, the costs necessary for its maintenance or recovery after breakdowns are not high and fully correspond to their price niche. With proper care, the Chevrolet Aveo is able to run at least 250 – 350 thousand km, without serious investments.

• The first Aveo (model T200) appeared on sale in 2003 in the back of the 3, 5-door hatchback and sedan.
• Engines: km there is an increased wear of camshafts with rods and its axes. In the worst case, after 100 – 150 thousand.
• Transmission: It didn’t work out well – it often caused problems. The clutch goes at least 100 - 150 thousand.
• Chasing: Perhaps one of the main sources of “knocking” – the support of the front shock absorbers, which help the shock absorbers themselves and the front stabilizer racks of transverse stability.
• Body and interior: Front panel Chevrolet Aveo T200 (2003-2008) Painting is not a big problem.
• Comfort: Many Chevrolet Aveo air conditioning system is not fully filled with freon, which contributes to increased wear of the air conditioner compressor.
• Electric: km may need to replace generator bearings.

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