Welcome to AveoClub.net! It is our hope that you have a good experience while digging through the many informative threads on this site. Please feel free to ask questions about your car but one thing we ask before you do that is double check the forum for your answer. Chances are that someone may have already asked or addressed the issue. So before you ask, use the search button located near the top-right center of your screen. Hopefully with this thread though we may be able to answer a few questions you may already have.
First off, we seem to get reoccurring questions about spark plugs and wires. If you are looking to upgrade your spark plugs you have a couple of good choices. NGK and E3 spark plugs seem to be the favorite amongst our forum members. As far as wires u can order some from NGK or Magnecor. And do know that yes they help add some power, but nothing you will really notice. You may notice a slight increase in your gas mileage as well.
The next question I would like to address for you is lowering springs questions. The following is a list of how much each set of springs differ in drop height:
h&r is 1.5/1.4 f/r
apex is 30mm = 1.2" f/r
intrax is 1.5 f/r
eibach prokits are 1.3/1.0 f/r
Another common question I will talk about is the Ebay “performance chips” that claim anywhere from 10-45 extra hp and better gas mileage for a low price, usually around 20-40$. Look, if the saying “if it sounds to good to be true, it probably is,” were to apply to only one situation, this would be it. Don’t buy them as they will only waste your money and do not work. First of all your OBD-II will gather information from other sensors and correct itself. Secondly it can foul your oxygen sensor, clog the catalytic converter, and damage your cars ECU. It’s not worth all that hassle you will never gain 10-45 extra hp like that.
Now some folks who have a 2004 Aveo may run into problems with getting locked out of your car stereo. It will ask for a security code before it can be activated. Here is a list of codes that you can try before hauling off to the dealer in a huff:
The next issue is not so much a common question but I am adding it for reference.
Oil Filter for 2004-2008:
Part number Fram Ph3387A, DG3387A, AC/Delco PF47, Mobil 1 M1-101,
STP S3387A, K&N HP-1001
This filter will fit the following 1.6L, 2.0L and 2.2L engines:
-Lanos
-Nubira
-Leganza
-Optra
-Lacetti
-Forenza
-Aveo
The Fram Double Guard with DuPont Teflon, DG3387A, is highly recommended.
Oil filter for 2009-:
Napa gold P/N (FIL 7674)
Most of this information was taken directly from the site, and some of it was taken from DaewooTech.com. Furthermore some of the info provided has come from personal experiences from various members. If you have any other questions feel free to ask.
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