CHEVROLET Spark
M300 / M300/M350 / M300 (Second generation) / M300 (Second Generation) / 2011-2023 / Hatchback / Hatchback 5-door / 5-door hatchback
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2011 CHEVROLET Spark F8CV/LU2 (M300)
M300 / F8CV, LU2 / 2011 Chevrolet Spark was powered mainly by a 1.0L inline-3 (F8CV) engine or a 1.2L inline-4 (LU2) engine depending on market. The 1.0L engine was common in Asian and emerging markets; the 1.2L engine was typical for North America and some other markets.
2012 CHEVROLET Spark F13D3/F10D3 (M300)
M300 / F13D3, F10D3, S-TEC (varies by market) / 1.0L to 1.2L inline-4 petrol engines, SOHC or DOHC, 3- or 4-cylinder variants depending on market
2013 CHEVROLET Spark FBC/B10D1 (M300)
M300 / FBC, B10D1, D4FA / The 2013 Chevrolet Spark was offered globally with several small displacement engines, mainly 1.0L gasoline 3-cylinder (FBC - Asia, Europe) and 1.2L gasoline 4-cylinder engines (B10D1 - Europe; D4FA - select markets). Engine availability varies by market.
2014 CHEVROLET Spark B10S1/F14D3 (M300)
M300 / B10S1, F14D3 / The 2014 Chevrolet Spark was primarily offered with two main gasoline engines: a 1.0L inline-3 (B10S1) and a 1.4L inline-4 (F14D3). Engine availability varied by market, with the 1.0L common in Asia and some Latin American markets, and the 1.4L more typical in the Americas.
2015 CHEVROLET Spark B10S1/B12D1 (M300)
M300 / B10S1, B12D1 / The 2015 Chevrolet Spark was offered with small displacement engines varying by market: a 1.0L 3-cylinder (B10S1) mainly in Asian markets, and a 1.2L 4-cylinder (B12D1) for North America and some other regions.
2017 CHEVROLET Spark B12D1/K10C (M300)
M300 / B12D1, K10C, L3-VE / Globally, the 2017 Chevrolet Spark was primarily offered with small displacement inline-3 petrol engines. The 1.0L B12D1 engine was common in Asian markets, the 1.0L K10C Turbo variant appeared later but not widely in 2017, and some Latin American markets utilized a 1.4L L3-VE engine.
2018 CHEVROLET Spark BZ1/M300 (M400)
M400 / BZ1, M300, G3LA(GM) / Global 2018 Chevrolet Spark mainly equipped with a 1.0L 3-cylinder gasoline engine (BZ1 or M300 variants) and in some markets a 1.4L 4-cylinder engine (G3LA) was also available.
2020 CHEVROLET Spark B10D1/F8CV (M300/M400)
M300/M400 / B10D1, F8CV / 2020 Chevrolet Spark globally offered mainly with 1.0L three-cylinder gasoline engines; North America uses 1.4L inline-4 (engine code F8CV), while many other markets use the 1.0L B10D1 three-cylinder engine. Variations depend on emissions regulations and market requirements.
2022 CHEVROLET Spark F8CV/B10D1 (M300)
M300 / F8CV, B10D1 / Variably equipped with 1.0L F8CV three-cylinder gasoline (primarily Asian markets) or 1.0L B10D1 three-cylinder gasoline (varies, India 2022); naturally aspirated engines with MPI fuel system
2023 CHEVROLET Spark LJ4 1.0L I3 (India, select markets)/B10S1 1.0L I3 Turbo (South Korea) (M400)
M400 / LJ4 1.0L I3 (India, select markets), B10S1 1.0L I3 Turbo (South Korea), LJH 1.2L I4 (some developing markets) / Mainly a small displacement naturally aspirated 1.0L or 1.2L inline-3/inline-4 gasoline engine, with a turbocharged 1.0L available in South Korea.
Motorcodes nach Jahr
| Jahr | Variante | Motorcodes | Hubraum | Kraftstoffsystem |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | technical-profile | F8CV, LU2 | 1.0L (999cc) or 1.2L (1199cc) | Multi-point fuel injection |
| 2012 | technical-profile | F13D3, F10D3, S-TEC (varies by market) | 999 to 1249 cc (varies by exact engine and market) | Multi-point fuel injection |
| 2013 | technical-profile | FBC, B10D1, D4FA | 999-1248 cc | Multipoint fuel injection |
| 2014 | technical-profile | B10S1, F14D3 | 999 cc (1.0L) or 1399 cc (1.4L) | Multi-point fuel injection |
| 2015 | technical-profile | B10S1, B12D1 | 995 cc (1.0L) or 1,242 cc (1.2L) | Multi-port Fuel Injection |
| 2017 | technical-profile | B12D1, K10C, L3-VE | 998 cc (1.0L) for B12D1; 1399 cc (1.4L) for L3-VE | Multipoint fuel injection |
| 2018 | technical-profile | BZ1, M300, G3LA(GM) | 996 cc to 1399 cc (depending on market) | Multi-point fuel injection |
| 2020 | technical-profile | B10D1, F8CV | 999 cc (1.0L three-cylinder); 1399 cc (1.4L inline-4 in North America) | Multipoint fuel injection |
| 2022 | technical-profile | F8CV, B10D1 | 999 cc | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPI) |
| 2023 | technical-profile | LJ4 1.0L I3 (India, select markets), B10S1 1.0L I3 Turbo (South Korea), LJH 1.2L I4 (some developing markets) | 999cc - 1206cc depending on market | Multi-point fuel injection |
Ölmenge nach Motor
| Jahr | Motorcodes | Öltyp | Ölmenge | Flüssigkeit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | F8CV, LU2 | SAE 5W-30 API SJ or later | Approx. 3.5 L including filter (service-fill, replace filter at oil change) | Dexron III ATF for automatic, API GL-4 gear oil for manual |
| 2012 | F13D3, F10D3, S-TEC (varies by market) | SAE 5W-30 API SL or higher | Approx 3.2 liters (includes filter change; verify per market service manuals) | Dexron III or specified ATF for automatic |
| 2013 | FBC, B10D1, D4FA | SAE 5W-30 API SN or equivalent | Approximately 3.5 liters service-fill including filter (varies slightly by engine and market) | DEXRON III automatic fluid for AT, manual requires API GL-4 gear oil |
| 2014 | B10S1, F14D3 | SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30, API Service SL or higher | Approximately 3.5 liters with oil filter change (service-fill capacity, include filter) | Dexron III/VI automatic transmission fluid (ATF) for automatics |
| 2015 | B10S1, B12D1 | SAE 5W-30 API SN or newer | Approximately 3.2 liters (service fill with oil filter change) | Use GM-approved ATF Dexron VI for automatic; manual uses SAE 75W-90 gear oil |
| 2017 | B12D1, K10C, L3-VE | SAE 5W-30 synthetic or conventional gasoline engine oil meeting API SN or higher | Approx. 3.0 liters (service fill, with filter change) | Use manufacturer-specified ATF Dexron VI for automatics |
| 2018 | BZ1, M300, G3LA(GM) | SAE 5W-30 synthetic or as per market-specific owner manual | Approximately 3.5 liters (service-fill, including filter) depending on engine variant | Refer to owner's manual per region |
| 2020 | B10D1, F8CV | SAE 5W-30 (check market-specific requirements) | Approximately 3.0 liters service-fill including filter for 1.0L engine; 3.8 liters service-fill including filter for 1.4L engine (North America) | Automatic transmission fluid Dexron VI or equivalent |
| 2022 | F8CV, B10D1 | SAE 5W-30 or manufacturer-specified synthetic | 3.0 liters (service fill, includes oil filter change) | MP-A approved fluid for automatic; manual uses standard gear oil |
| 2023 | LJ4 1.0L I3 (India, select markets), B10S1 1.0L I3 Turbo (South Korea), LJH 1.2L I4 (some developing markets) | SAE 5W-30 or 5W-20 synthetic recommended by Chevrolet, refer to market-specific manuals | Approximately 3.5 L including filter (service fill, oil and filter change recommended at scheduled intervals) | Refer to owner's manual for specific ATF or CVT fluid types |
Technische Daten
- Motoren: F8CV, LU2, F13D3, F10D3, S-TEC (varies by market), FBC, B10D1, D4FA, B10S1, F14D3, B12D1, K10C
- Getriebe: 5-speed manual available, 4-speed automatic available in select markets, Dexron III ATF for automatic, API GL-4 gear oil for manual, 5-speed manual, 4-speed automatic (availability varies by market), Dexron III or specified ATF for automatic, 4-speed automatic (market dependent), DEXRON III automatic fluid for AT, manual requires API GL-4 gear oil
- Reifengrößen: 155/70 R13, 165/60 R14 depending on market, 165/60 R14 (regional variations), 155/70R13, 165/60R14, 155/65R14, 165/60R15, 165/65 R14, 175/50 R16, 155/70 R14
- Lochkreis: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Radmoment: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Batterie: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Flüssigkeiten und Servicedaten
- Motoröl: SAE 5W-30 API SJ or later / SAE 5W-30 API SL or higher / SAE 5W-30 API SN or equivalent / SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30, API Service SL or higher
- Getriebeöl: Dexron III ATF for automatic, API GL-4 gear oil for manual / Dexron III or specified ATF for automatic / DEXRON III automatic fluid for AT, manual requires API GL-4 gear oil / Dexron III/VI automatic transmission fluid (ATF) for automatics
- Kühlmittel: Approximately 5.5 L (varies with market specification) / Approx 5.0 liters (market dependent) / Approximately 5 liters / Approximately 6 liters
- Bremsflüssigkeit: DOT 3 or DOT 4 / DOT 3 or 4 / DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid / DOT 3 or DOT 4 as per market recommendation
Bekannte Probleme
- Throttle body carbon buildup (especially 1.2L engines)
- Ignition coil failures
- Rust-prone in humid climates
- Timing chain noise in high mileage units
- Throttle body sensor faults in some markets
- Early model ECU software issues affecting idle
- Minor rust issues in cold climates on underbody
- Minor engine vibration on 1.0L variants
- Electrical gremlins with door locks/windows
- Ignition coil failure
- Clutch wear in manual models
- Minor electrical issues in infotainment