Modernized suspension of Lada Granta (sedan and liftback)

– the machine is new, available in a wide range of technical equipment.
An improved transmission, a modified suspension, and a range of standard engines and gearboxes have so far satisfied the user. That's why tuning the Lada Granta Liftback
mainly concerns the exterior of the car.

However, adherents of technical improvement of cars have something to contribute to in the Lada “Granta” liftback

.

Initial engine tuning

Having bought a brand new car, it’s unlikely that you should immediately start rebuilding the engine. Let your Granta run in, get used to the loads, and get the rubbing pairs to work in. Perhaps after running it in, you will find the dynamic characteristics of the car ideal! Or maybe factory defects that are covered by the warranty will manifest themselves. However, something needs to be done in any case.

A zero-resistance air filter makes it easier for the car to “breathe.” The increase in oxygen in combustion chambers with such a filter is 3-6%, depending on engine speed. Power output also increases proportionally.

A few more percent of the power of your “Grant” is given by a tuning kit for the exhaust tract. An exhaust manifold with pipes of increased cross-section of the 4-2-1 formula facilitates ventilation of the cylinders and reduces resistance to the movement of exhaust gases.

A pair of smartly sparkling mufflers with exhaust pipes scorched by engine flames complete the job. With them, your car will become both more beautiful and faster!

Pay attention to chip tuning of
Lada Granta Liftback!
Reflashing the car computer makes it possible to optimize the interaction between the driver and the car. After reflashing, the car will meet your expectations and your driving style as closely as possible. At the same time, fuel consumption will be slightly reduced, and power will increase noticeably.

An electronic gas pedal is a useful thing, but not all Lad models are installed by the factory. Mounted before chip tuning
on the Lada “Granta” liftback,
the electronic pedal will give the control unit the ability to accurately respond to the driver’s commands. Using an electronic pedal, the driver can dose the force developed by the engine with pinpoint precision. Which again has a beneficial effect on fuel consumption!

Advanced models of electronic pedals include a control unit with mode switching. By equipping the Granta with a similar device (see the article on the page https://www.autodela.ru/main/top/diy/lada-granta-tuning), you will be able to change the operating mode of the vehicle’s control complex according to your needs.

Deep tuning of the Lada "Granta" liftback engine

may include installation of a forged piston group, boring of cylinders, “feeding” the engine using a turbine and a nitrogen accelerator. It is better to carry out such procedures in combination, since turbocharging a production engine sharply increases the risk of piston destruction under extreme loads. Installing expensive forged piston parts without increasing the performance of the fuel supply system is also of little meaning.

It should be noted that increasing engine power entails the need to strengthen the braking system, modify the transmission and suspension. Otherwise, you won’t have long to enjoy the champion agility of the Lada “Grant” liftback
.

External tuning of Lada "Granta" liftback

Exterior tuning of Lada "Granta" liftback

you can start with the wings, replacing the standard metal body parts with more expressive ones made of durable ABS plastic.

By installing polymer fenders you will not only improve the appearance of your car, but also free yourself from worries about fighting corrosion. Plastic is known to not rust and withstand low-intensity shock loads well. The chopped air intake line of the tuned wing will add
sporty agility and healthy aggressiveness Lada
Granta Liftback

While future owners of the updated Lada Granta meticulously study the car’s exterior, arguing about the features of the serial configurations, fans of automotive originality are not sitting idly by. “A non-general facial expression” is what every car needs, including the beautiful Lada “Granta” liftback

!

Various options for molding the front bumper and radiator grille, made in the studio by
Lada Granta Liftback
tuning , already today surpass the laconic factory design!

The front bumper, designed in the “I’m a Robot” style, is especially popular among fans of a dynamic driving style. Having received a new body kit, the front of the car becomes expressive (and even a little flashy), expressive and aerodynamic.

Thanks to the large air intake located in the central part of the bumper, the engine and braking system of the front wheels receive additional cooling, which is so necessary during active driving.

The options for modifying the front body kit, made by auto design professionals, look even more worthy, giving the middle-class car a discreet solidity. “Narrowed eyes” create the impression of philosophical sophistication and unshakable calm. But it is precisely these qualities that road users in every corner of our country lack so much!

In the white version of the body paint, the car with the same radiator grille shape takes on a somewhat sleepy appearance, but large structural elements improve the perception of the design. The unclouded “look” gives the car an air of interest and openness. A positive attitude is in every feature of the appearance of white Granta Liftback!

Useful little things shape your appearance

The overall appearance of the Lada "Grant" liftback

worked out quite carefully by the designers.
The silhouette of the model compares favorably with the sedan that preceded it. That's why tuning the Lada Granta Liftback with your own hands
often affects small but important elements of the car's appearance.

A small lip spoiler fits onto the rear edge of the trunk lid “like a native one.” By slightly increasing the size of the body, the tuning part noticeably improves the aerodynamics of the rear of the car and really helps keep the rear window clean. Note that such an addition fits perfectly with both the rest of the body elements and the design of the model as a whole.

A visually pleasing and undoubtedly practical tuning addition to the Lada
Grant and Liftback are
stylish roof rails, specially designed for the new body. There is no need to drill into the roof to install Grant roof rails! Tuning parts are offered in two color options: silver and black, and are designed for installation in standard trunk mounting locations.

By purchasing and installing durable aerodynamic cross members yourself, you can easily transport any long cargo weighing up to 50 kg on the roof.

Let's play big! Let's sing at the top of our voices!

When a music lover buys a car, he buys a mobile concert hall. More precisely, Liftback tuning makes the Lada “Grant”

– but the masters have room to turn around! The car is spacious, there is enough space for equipment. Turning rear doors into sound speakers is both expensive and difficult, but with a responsible attitude, the result is impressive.

Widening the track of a production car is not so easy: serious work is required on the suspension and drive. Overlay elements of the wheel arches turn an ordinary car into a racing car. “Multiplied” and modified exhaust pipes look like the nozzles of a spaceship. A stylish bumper ties together all the elements of the car's engineering and design. This is what comprehensive tuning means: the car both sounds and races like a rocket!

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Comments 27

With cocked hats it will shake a lot on bumps or am I mistaken?

The factory protection is installed with these levers and a spacer in place of the crabs? Thank you.

The protection is different, the factory boot will no longer fit. My pleasure.

And with a damper, the power steering does not swell - additional effort from it on the power steering?

I drove 10,000 km with it. I haven't heard of such a problem.

Not a problem - it’s just that, in fact, the power amplifier + will overcome the resistance of the damper. Accordingly, increasing the load means the unit will fail faster. My opinion from a sofa expert

It seems to me that the crab spreader does not give much in the same place and is so rigid. Or not? I agree between the levers.

Here is information from the website specifically for this spacer: Improving vehicle handling. Possibility of adjusting the longitudinal inclination of the wheel axis within a wider range. Increasing wheel stabilization by setting the caster angle to 1.5-2 degrees or more. Reducing the minimum turning radius. Reducing the longitudinal movement of the front wheels. The wheels do not touch the arches when braking. Possibility of using wheels of larger diameter. Improving vehicle passive safety. Increased rigidity of the body as a whole and suspension mounting points. Reducing body loads during dynamic acceleration and braking

The car suspension is designed to level the movement on any type of road surface and provide comfort for the driver and passengers. The presence of vibration for a long time negatively affects all components and assemblies of the car - bolted and screw connections are weakened. Serious consequences include bent door hinges, sagging doors, and loose closure of the hood and trunk.

The chassis of the Lada Granta has become more modern and modernized. Especially in comparison with previous AvtoVAZ models - two generations of Samara and first generation Kalina. The car has rear and front suspensions, which differ significantly from each other.

The rear suspension of the Grant is the same for the sedan and liftback. In fact, this is the same beam with springs and shock absorbers that is installed on Kalina, Samara and Samara 2. Instead of a stabilizer, a beam is used, which means the structure is dependent.

Ground clearance of Lada Granta

The ground clearance of the Lada Granta is 20 cm at the lowest point of the body after installing the rear spacers

Read more about the ground clearance of the Lada Granta sedan here.

Features of the Granta front suspension

The front suspension is independent, which means that when one of the front wheels falls into a hole, the second one maintains its position. So that when driving on a flat road, both wheels are in the same plane and rotate evenly and parallel to each other, a stabilizer is installed between them. On the front part of the Granta suspension system, the mounting bearing is installed between the shock absorber spring and the body support. As a result, the weight of the machine is completely concentrated on it and keeps it in a compressed position. With this design, the backlash is reduced to zero - extraneous noise disappears.

Sequence of actions for self-lowering Lada Granta

Option No. 1 Installation of short springs

Lowering springs

Let's look at how to properly lower the Granta Sedan.

1. We place the car on a flat platform, secure the rear row of wheels with wheel chocks, and activate the parking brake lever.
2. Jack up the front part (side) of the car and remove the wheels.
3. Unscrew the upper and lower fastenings of the front shock absorber assembly and disconnect it from the hub. We remove it from the wheel arch.
4. We disassemble the front strut module into its component parts: shock absorber, spring, support bearing, bowl, nuts.
5. In place of the standard spring, install a new one (short one). Depending on the wishes of the owner, the spring height will be 30 mm, 50 mm, 70 mm.

If the owner does not pursue any specific goals when tuning, it is enough to limit the size to 30 or 50 mm. When choosing the specified parameters, there is no need to replace the standard shock absorber or insert additional rubber spacers under the support bearing mount.

We assemble the structure in reverse order.

Rear suspension features

The rear suspension of the Grant is the same for the sedan and liftback. In fact, this is the same beam with springs and shock absorbers that is installed on Kalina, Samara and Samara 2. Instead of a stabilizer, a beam is used, which means the structure is dependent. Structurally, the rear part of the suspension system remains unchanged. Looking under the bottom, you can see the usual picture - a beam fixed in a semi-rigid position. It is attached to the body using hinges.

Support struts (springs with shock absorbers) are attached to the levers on the right and left. Despite the outdated design, a semi-rigid beam with racks has a number of undeniable advantages:

• even the maximum load actually has no effect on its behavior, which confirms the high level of energy intensity;
• maintenance, even according to regulations, should be carried out once every 100,000 km, but this period increases for the entire period of operation;
• Parts can be replaced in a garage even by beginners.

The rear suspension of the Granta has a feature that distinguishes it from the Priora - a negative camber of the rear wheels of 1° is created at the rear. This was done to improve the vehicle's directional stability, but given the design features of the suspension system, this solution is not capable of significantly changing anything.

How to improve the motor and accelerator assembly?

Here chip tuning should come to the fore. The basic setting assumes that the electronic control module implements averaged and optimal engine operating parameters that are suitable for the vehicle's running-in process. The modernization procedure involves removing the microcircuit from the ECU and reconfiguring it. You should carry out this activity yourself only if you have certain knowledge and experience in the field of programming. For the average owner of a Lada Grant sedan, such a specific procedure as chip tuning is not available, so its implementation should be entrusted to experienced programmers from specialized studios. If you perform the firmware correctly, it is quite possible to achieve a power increase of 15-20%. An adjustment to the level of fuel consumption may also occur here. This parameter depends on the software version.

Another significant point that can provoke increased attention from the owner is the accelerator pedal. The standard setting of the unit is characterized by a “sluggish” response of the Lada Granta sedan engine to pressing the corresponding pedal. To achieve a sharp increase in speed, you will need to press the pedal deeper, but even here there are delays. This annoying feature can be minimized by tightening the damper cable drive and adjusting the camshaft.

Basic faults

To recognize faults in the chassis of the Lada Granta, it is not necessary to seek help from specialists. Problems can be easily identified on your own. The main suspension faults are presented in the table:

When the car is moving, a knocking sound is heard from the suspension

Most of the problems described can be easily diagnosed without the need to visit specialized service stations. You can do the repairs yourself, but after all the manipulations you definitely need to do a wheel alignment.

Possible faults

Malfunctions and breakdowns can occur in any car, especially with regard to the suspension. This is explained by the fact that the suspension endures constant vibration when driving, softens shocks, and takes the entire weight of the car, including passengers and luggage, on itself. Based on this, a Granta in a liftback body is more susceptible to breakdown than a sedan, since the liftback body has a larger luggage compartment designed for greater weight.

The first problem that is most often encountered is the presence of knocking or extraneous noise. In this case, it is necessary to check the shock absorbers, as they need timely replacement and can often fail. Also, the reason may be that the shock absorber mounting bolts are not fully tightened.

If this is not the case, then check the rubber bushings on the suspension support arms. They very often break when they fall into a hole, especially on a liftback body. Also, with a strong impact, not only the bushings can be damaged, but also the struts themselves. Then the repairs will be more serious and expensive.

The final cause of suspension knocking may be a broken spring. It is replaced literally within 5 minutes.

In addition to knocking noises, you need to check the suspension mechanism for leaks. If such traces are found, then this can only indicate one thing - a malfunction of the shock absorbers. If all the fluid leaks out and the shock absorber dries out, then when it hits a hole, the suspension will provide poor resistance, and the vibration from the impact will be very strong. The solution to this problem is quite simple - replace the worn element.

Since the Lada Granta in the liftback body is more subject to overloads, its owners often experience such trouble as: puncture of the rear suspension. This is due to exceeding the permissible weight on the rear axle of the car. With constant use in such conditions, shock absorbers and springs will very quickly become unusable.

failed shock absorbers are not uncommon

The last malfunction that occurs on the Grant is that when braking or accelerating, the car pulls to the side. This indicates that on this side, one or two shock absorbers are worn out and sag somewhat more than the others. Because of this, the body has an overweight.

Tuning the suspension of the Lada Granta sedan and liftback

The suspension system is modified in a variety of ways, some are trying to radically remake the suspension.

Installation of wishbones

Instead of standard levers, a rigid and durable unit - a triangular lever - can be installed on the Granta's front suspension. It is installed for the following reasons:

• increasing the rigidity of the unit;
• lifting the base up to 3 cm;
• castor adjustment at any time in the range from 1° to 4° in negative values.

Ways to understate Liftback Grants

1. Buying an air suspension on a Lada. The average cost is from 37 to 50 thousand rubles, depending on the place of purchase and technical characteristics.
2. Front and rear suspension kit with mechanical ride height adjuster. If necessary, we independently adjust the suspension height, reduce (increase) the stiffness of the shock absorbers.
3. The most cost effective option is to install a lowered suspension kit. We dismantle the standard shock absorbers and springs and install new ones on the factory mounts. The lowered Lada Granta is ready.
4. Low-profile tires: changing the car's shoes to a low-profile range. Cheap and cheerful, but not advisable.
5. Installation of lowering springs, which are sold at retail. We select the height according to the ground clearance.
6. Trimming one or two coils on factory springs.

Possible options

The simplest and most affordable option is to replace standard Russian-made shock absorbers with products from reputable brands. For example, you can improve handling on paved roads by installing KYB gas-filled shock absorbers of the Exel-G series:

• Front – No. 3310002 (right) and 3310003 (left). They will come with two supports. For example – Sasic 2650038.
• Rear – No. 341824.

For spare parts (without work) you will have to pay about 14 - 15 thousand rubles. Car owners who have not regretted that kind of money note that after the changes made, the suspension of the Lada Granta FL becomes somewhat stiffer and reacts more strongly to changes in the profile of the road surface. But then they disappear:

• Sharp dives when braking.
• Rolling and lateral rocking.
• Annoying vibrations and noises in the cabin.

As a result, driving comfort increases and the car handles much better. But the benefits of switching to widely advertised polyurethane silent blocks are not as obvious as it might seem at first glance.

When installing such parts, the suspension of the Lada Granta FL becomes stiff and begins to work excessively nervously. Products made from polyurethane last a long time, but their use reduces the life of the levers.

Therefore, many experts recommend using good quality rubber components. The products of the Belgian company Sidem have proven themselves well. Silent blocks with catalog number 819671 have the required dimensions and characteristics.